When we see patients experiencing multiple cosmetic issues with the appearance of their smiles, we may suggest treatment with porcelain veneers. But what makes these thin restorations so durable and lifelike? In today’s blog, your Astoria, NY, dentist is going to walk you through cosmetic repair with our porcelain veneers.
The Strength of Porcelain
The porcelain material we use is very durable, and in fact is often used on restorations like crowns, inlays, and onlays. We even employ them in bridges, or to restore single dental implants. The material absorbs daily bite forces and withstands serious pressure. They can act as a durable chewing surface, while also protecting the balance of your bite, avoiding damage or injury, and staying in place for decades to come.
Lifelike Capacities
The material is also translucent like tooth enamel, and contains stain-resistant properties to avoid discoloration. The material can be tinted, which ensures it matches the shade of surrounding teeth. In fact, we may whiten your smile beforehand to ensure your veneers blend with the brightest version of your smile.
Cosmetic Options
The thin restorations cover the front and sides of each tooth, which means they instantly transform the smile. We have placed them to repair chipped and cracked teeth, and lengthen those worn down due to teeth grinding or clenching. We also address problems with the shape of the tooth, and mask surface imperfections like pits or grooves. We’ve used them to close spaces between teeth, and to even correct the appearance of minor misalignment, offering an alternative to braces for some. If you have permanent teeth stains, the kind that don’t usually respond to teeth whitening, we can mask them in an instant too.
Creation and Placement
To create them, we first start by removing a thin layer of outer tooth enamel. We then take detailed impressions and images of the prepared tooth, using the information in a dental lab setting to design and craft the restorations. When they’re complete, you return to the office so we can check the fit and if necessary, make final adjustments. Next, we place them with a powerful bonding agent, the same used to firmly secure crowns and other restorations. With routine visits every six months, and good oral hygiene at home, you can protect the teeth we’ve attached them to, and keep the veneers bright as well. If you have any questions about cosmetic dentistry, then contact our team today.
Do You Have Questions About Our Cosmetic Procedures?
We want to work with you and help you enjoy a bright, beautiful smile. To learn more about addressing the beauty of your smile, then schedule a consultation by calling Jeffrey Leibowitz, DDS, in Astoria, NY, today at 718-728-8320.
