Porcelain Veneers and Crowns
Porcelain veneers can correct many cosmetic problems. They can improve size, shape, and color of teeth. They can also close spaces between teeth, as well as lengthen or shorten teeth. They are very durable and will last many years, giving you a beautiful long lasting smile.
Reasons for porcelain veneers:
- Cosmetically, to create a uniform, white, beautiful smile.
- Crooked teeth.
- Misshapen teeth.
- Severely discolored or stained teeth.
- Teeth that are too small or large.
- Unwanted or uneven spaces.
- Worn or chipped teeth.
Getting veneers usually requires no more than two visits to complete the process, with little or no anesthesia required during the procedure. The teeth are prepared by lightly buffing and shaping the surface to allow for the thickness of the veneer. A mold or impression of the teeth is taken and a shade (color) will then be chosen by you and your dentist.
You will receive care instructions for veneers. Brushing, flossing, and regular dental visits will aid in the life of your new veneers. With the proper treatment, your porcelain veneers can last 20 years or more.
Porcelain crowns replace the exterior portion of a tooth to re–establish its original function and to create a natural appearance. Crowns help in situations where tooth decay has damaged most of the original tooth or when the original structure has been compromised due to grinding or clenching of the teeth.
The great benefit to porcelain crowns is that they not only replicate the original tooth in function, but can be designed to look like the original. Porcelain veneers are often used for cosmetic reasons, usually covering up the front portion of the tooth that has some aesthetic flaw.
