I have always envied those around me who seem to always have perfect smiles without even trying, because I feel like I was born with "bad teeth." While my teeth are in great shape now, it is only because I take great care to visit the dentist every six months for a check-up and cleaning and maintain good oral hygiene habits at home. While I used to get a lot of cavities, even though I thought I was doing "everything right" to keep them away, I am proud to say that I have been cavity-free for a couple of years now! I put a lot of research into what daily habits can wreak havoc on my teeth, and I thought it would be a shame not to share what has helped me with others who need the advice. I plan to post many oral health tips on my new blog!
If you have cosmetic issues with your teeth, then you may have been hearing your dentist throw around terms like veneers and porcelain veneers. This is due to the fact that porcelain veneers can be the answer to many different cosmetic issues with teeth as well as more serious dental issues. Learn all you need to know about porcelain veneers in this article.
How are porcelain veneers created?
Porcelain veneers are made using an impression of your mouth and teeth. When the impression is sent to the dental lab, they will make a functioning impression with top and bottom teeth that open and close with the help of a hinge. This is so they can make sure the porcelain veneers will fit correctly into your bite.
The teeth that need porcelain veneers will be cut out on the impression and those individual teeth now become referred to as "dyes." The veneers will be built on them so they are an exact fit. They will start out in the casting department where the metal crown will be made. Then, they will go to the opaque department where they will be painted with a primer that the porcelain will adhere to. Finally, they will go to the porcelain department where the porcelain will be put on them and carved to look like a real tooth. Once the veneers are finished, they will be sent to your dentist.
Putting the veneers in place
Once the dentist gets the porcelain veneers back, the dentist will have you come in to put them in place. They will clean your teeth and use an etching material to create a rough surface the veneers will adhere to better. The dentist will then put a bonding agent on your teeth and put the veneers in place. The final step is to give your mouth a final cleaning. Once the dentist is done with all these steps, you are ready to leave with porcelain veneers that look, feel, and act just like real teeth do.
Veneers are a good solution for many problems
Porcelain veneers can be permanently placed over your natural teeth so they straighten crooked teeth, fill in gaps between some or all of your teeth, lengthen some or all of your teeth, correct chips or breaks in your teeth, and even whiten your teeth if you have discolored or severely stained teeth.
Now that you have a clear understanding of porcelain veneers, what they can be used to correct, how they are made, and what you can expect them to offer you, it should make your decision on whether or not they are right for you easier. Contact a clinic like Cape Dental Care to learn more.
Share30 November 2016
