Cosmetic Dental Services – Dental Veneers in Lakeview

If you’re facing challenges due to an imperfect smile, perhaps because of missing teeth, discoloration, gaps, or broken teeth, you’re not alone. Many individuals are dealing with these common dental issues.

The good news is that there is a solution to address these flaws and provide you with the smile you desire: dental veneers. With porcelain dental veneers, you can boost your confidence and feel prepared to showcase your smile to everyone.

Dental Veneers – What Are They?

Dental veneers are thin layers of material – typically porcelain or composite resin – placed over your teeth with a dental adhesive to improve their appearance and protect against surface damage.

Typically, porcelain veneers last around ten to twelve years with proper care, while resin veneers last around four to eight years.

In addition to improving the appearance of your teeth, another great thing about veneers is that the procedure is virtually painless. Unlike some other dental procedures, almost all patients feel little to no pain with the application of veneers.

Choosing to Get Veneers

At Art of Modern Dentistry, we believe you should consider veneers if you are experiencing any of the following:

• Misshapen teeth
• Discolored teeth
• Gaps between teeth
• Damaged teeth
• Enamel fractures
• Fluorosis (White or brown spots or streaks on the teeth from overexposure to fluoride)
• Enamel not fully mineralized
• Not enough enamel covering the fronts of your teeth

Porcelain veneers are a perfect long-term solution for dental problems because they are custom-made at our dental lab. You receive personal veneers shaped to your mouth and teeth. Veneers are also stain-resistant and light-reflective, with a look and feel similar to natural teeth.

The Veneer Procedure

Applying dental veneers involves several steps, from the initial consultation to the final placement. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the entire process:

1. Initial Consultation
   • Evaluation and Discussion: The process begins with a visit to our Lakeview office. During this consultation, we’ll discuss your goals, expectations, and any concerns you might have. We will also evaluate your oral health, take X-rays, and possibly make impressions of your teeth.
   • Treatment Plan: If veneers are deemed suitable, we’ll create a treatment plan tailored to your needs. This plan includes the number of veneers required and the desired appearance.
2. Preparation
   • Tooth Preparation: To make room for the veneers, a small amount of enamel (usually less than a millimeter) is removed from the front surface of the teeth. This step is essential to ensure the veneers fit properly and look natural.
   • Impressions: After preparing the teeth, we take impressions (molds) of your teeth. These impressions are sent to a dental laboratory where the veneers will be custom-made to fit your teeth perfectly.
   • Temporary Veneers: In some cases, temporary veneers are placed on your teeth while the permanent ones are being fabricated. These temporary veneers protect the prepared teeth and help you get used to the new look and feel.
3. Fabrication
   • Creating the Veneers: The dental laboratory crafts the veneers from porcelain or composite resin based on the impressions and the specifications we have provided. This process usually takes a couple of weeks.
   • Customization: The veneers match the color, shape, and size of your natural teeth, ensuring they blend seamlessly with your smile.
4. Placement
   • Trial and Adjustment: Once the veneers are ready, you’ll return tour office. We will place the veneers on your teeth and check the fit and appearance. Adjustments to the shape and color can be made at this stage.
   • Bonding: After you and our dentist are satisfied with the fit and look, the teeth are cleaned, polished, and etched to create a suitable surface for bonding. A special cement is applied to the veneers, which are then placed on your teeth.
   • Curing: A special light is used to harden (cure) the cement, securing the veneers to your teeth. This light activates chemicals in the cement, causing it to harden quickly.
5. Final Touches
   • Excess Cement Removal: After the cement has set, any excess is removed, and your bite is evaluated. We will make any necessary adjustments to ensure your bite is comfortable and the veneers feel natural.
   • Polishing: Finally, the veneers are polished to give them a natural shine.
6. Follow-Up
   • Post-Placement Check-Up: A follow-up appointment is typically scheduled a few weeks after the placement to ensure the veneers are properly settled and to address any concerns you might have.

By following these steps, dental veneers can significantly enhance the appearance of your smile, providing a natural and durable solution to various cosmetic dental issues. Regular dental check-ups and proper oral hygiene are crucial to maintaining the longevity and appearance of your veneers.

For Lakeview Dental Veneers – Contact Art of Modern Dentistry

For dental veneers or other cosmetic dental procedures, we hope you will trust Art of Modern Dentistry for your smile makeover and other dental care. Call us today at 773-797-2645 to schedule your appointment in Lakeview, and remember that as the area’s number-one cosmetic dentist, we’re always here to help you achieve the smile you’ve always wanted.