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At Marvel Dental, we are in the business of making smiles look—you guessed it—marvelous! Cosmetic dentistry is often an important component of that goal, and one of the most popular cosmetic procedures is veneers. All of our dentists are adept at combining the technical and artistic skills required to create a natural and beautiful-looking smile with veneers. To see how veneers could transform your smile, give us a call today!
Check the dictionary and you’ll see that the word veneer refers to a material that is placed over a surface to improve its appearance. That is exactly what veneers do to your teeth. Commonly made of fine dental porcelain, they are adhesively bonded to the facial side of teeth that people see when you smile. Once in place, veneers cover up a range of imperfections including:
Whether you have one tooth that must be corrected or several that need improvement, your Burleson dentist can design veneers that are tailor-made for your smile.
As with any cosmetic procedure, our dentists will first examine your teeth and gums to make sure they’re healthy. Any problems such as a cavity or gum disease will need to be taken care of first. Then, we’ll take X-rays, photographs, and impressions of your teeth. Together, these will guide the design of your new smile. In addition, we want to hear from you. Together, we’ll make sure your new smile is the correct size and shape for your mouth, lips, and face.
The actual placement of veneers usually requires setting two appointments that are two weeks apart. At the first visit, a local anesthetic is given, and your dentist gently removes a thin layer of enamel from your teeth. This step is important because it makes room for the veneers. Otherwise, your new smile may protrude and look too large for your mouth. After this appointment, we place a temporary set of veneers for you to wear while the permanent set is hand-crafted in the dental lab.
In about two weeks, you’ll return to Marvel Dental to have the permanent veneers bonded into place. Your new smile will last longer if you maintain excellent oral hygiene at home and schedule regular dental checkups. In addition, just like natural teeth, veneers should not be used to bite hard objects like ice, pens, and fingernails.