Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers are thin pieces of durable,
tooth-shaped porcelain that are custom made by a dental
laboratory. They are permanently bonded to the front of teeth to
create a beautiful, white smile. Veneers can completely reshape
your teeth and can often be alternatives to crowns. One
advantage of porcelain veneers over crowns is the minimal
alteration of the original tooth structure. Reasons for
porcelain veneers include to cosmetically create a uniform,
white smile from crooked or misshapen teeth, severely discolored
or stained teeth (tetracycline stain), worn or chipped teeth or
unwanted or uneven spaces. Using these restorations is case
selective and careful treatment planning between the dentist and
patient is very important. |