Veneers are thin layers of porcelain used to cover the front of teeth. Veneers are thin sheets of porcelain that are bonded to the front of teeth. Veneers are usually applied to improve the appearance of teeth, correct minor tooth problems, or repair chipped or broken surfaces. In this blogpost I will discuss the different types of veneers, their benefits, and how they are applied.

Dental Veneers Procedure

A dental veneer procedure usually takes three trips to the dentist- the first for the initial consultation and two to make and install the veneers. One tooth or many teeth can simultaneously undergo the application process as described below. Dental offices typically offer amenities for those undergoing procedures that take elongated periods of time such as the ability to watch TV, listen to music, or relax

Initial Consultation

The initial consultation is between you and your dentist to discuss the result that you wish to achieve. Your dentist will perform a full examination and evaluation of your teeth to make sure dental veneers are appropriate for you and discuss what the procedure will involve and some of its limitations. Your dentist may also take x-rays and make impressions of your mouth and teeth

Preparation

 On your next visit to your dentist, he/she will remove about 1/2 millimeter of enamel from the tooth surface, which is an amount nearly equal to the thickness of the veneer to be added to the tooth surface. A use of a local anesthetic may be used to numb the area before the enamel is trimmed off. Then your dentist will make a model or impression of your tooth to send out to a dental laboratory which will be constructing your veneer. This process usually takes 1 to 2 weeks for your dentist to receive the veneers back from the laboratory

Application

On your third and final visit, your dentist will temporarily place the veneer on your tooth to examine its fit and color before it is permanently attached. To achieve the proper fit, your dentist will repeatedly remove and trim the veneer as needed. Before the veneer is bonded to your tooth, your tooth will be cleaned, polished, and roughened to allow for a strong bonding process. To properly affix the veneer to your tooth, the dentist will apply a special light beam to the veneer which activates chemicals in the bonding cement that cause it to cure very quickly. Finally all excess bonding cement is removed, your bite is evaluated and any final adjustments are made to the veneer as necessary. You will probably be asked to return for a follow-up visit to ensure the veneer placement has been successful and to check how your gums are responding to the presence of your veneer(s). (haratzdental.com)

Give us a call today at 416 222 8296 where one of our staff would be more than happy to answer any questions or concerns you may have regarding veneers, the process of veneers or just general questions. At Wexford Dental we are committed to providing safe, soothing, affordable dentistry in Scarborough.