West Coast Dental Clinics
Why Porcelain Veneers?
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West Coast Dental Clinics Why Porcelain Veneers?
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There are many situations that arise that lend themselves to treatment with
veneers. One indication is for restoring teeth with discoloration that have been unaffected by the more conventional tooth
whitening approaches, such as bleaching. Some examples of this are teeth that have severe tetracycline (an antibiotic) staining
or discoloration from a previous injury to the tooth. Another major indication is for teeth that require significant changes
in their shape or contour. By placing veneers, small or misshapen teeth can be built up to regain a more natural appearance,
spaces between teeth can be closed by making the teeth wider and teeth that are too short can be lengthened. Veneers are a very popular treatment option for a variety of reasons. They
are one of the most conservative restorations that can be done. This means that the amount of tooth structure that must be
removed in order to do a veneer is very small. Generally, only 0.3 to 0.7 mm needs to be removed from the surface of your
tooth. The veneer is then made and bonded to the tooth, incorporating the desired changes in shape and color. Since the veneer
is so thin and there is no metal in it, the esthetic potential is very high. Veneers can be made of two different materials,
either composite or porcelain. A porcelain veneer requires a longer treatment time. At the first appointment, your teeth are prepared and an impression
is made of them. Temporary veneers are made out of plastic and placed on your teeth. They are used to protect your teeth while
the real veneers are being fabricated. You can also use them to evaluate the look and feel of your teeth so that any changes
you desire can be incorporated into your real veneers. At the second appointment, the temporary veneers are removed and the
porcelain veneers are bonded to your teeth. Although they are thin, porcelain veneers are much stronger than composite veneers,
so the risk of fracture as compared with composite veneers is much less. However, if a fracture does occur, repairing it is
more difficult and may result in the veneer having to be remade. In general, porcelain veneers can be used in a greater variety
of situations with a higher level of predictability. Since they are made outside the mouth, the shape and color can be easier
to control, thus enhancing the final result.
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