So veneer is a lab-made restoration, typically, and it covers just the front of the tooth and it goes over the top, what we call the insoluble edge of a tooth, which is the very top part that’s visible on your tooth. And what it does is it recreates the symmetry and a different shade of your choosing to make the teeth or tooth look more appealing, more aesthetically attractive.
Sometimes there can be a number of reasons why we use and employ veneers. Some of them are just wear, chipped or worn, frayed teeth. Sometimes it’s staining that we can’t treat with items like whitening of the teeth, bleaching that sort of thing.
It can vary around the reasons why we use veneers, but they are somewhat popular, not as popular as they were in the past. Crowns and veneers are sometimes used interchangeably but there’s a difference. The crown covers the entire surface of the tooth 360 degrees around. Veneer is just the the front and then the top part of the tooth.
The goal with veneers, typically, is to make the smile more aesthetic. It can reinforce the tooth mechanically, but more times a not, it’s gonna be an aesthetic treatment to make them look better, to make them more pleasing to the smile.
Renew Your Radiant Smile With Veneers
Have you ever noticed that your favorite celebrity has a perfect smile? They’ve probably had veneers placed. Using his skills with dental veneers, Dr. Parker can give you a celebrity-worthy gorgeous grin and increase your confidence. The thin wafer-like shells are bonded to the front of flawed teeth. They instantly improve your teeth’s appearance and make your smile far more appealing.
Teeth veneers are super thin yet strong, so they should last many years before needing replacement. Depending on your needs, we may use one of two types of material to craft them. We’ll help you decide which option best suits you:
- Porcelain Veneers – Porcelain offers a lifelike appearance with translucency that closely mimics that of natural teeth.
- Zirconia Veneers – Zirconia offers the beauty of porcelain, but is somewhat stronger.
Transform Your Smile With Other Cosmetic Services
Along with veneers, you may want to consider:
- Teeth Whitening – We often recommend this treatment to bring your entire smile up to your desired level of whiteness before veneers are placed. Be sure to ask about our Whitening for Life special, too!
- Tooth Bonding – If you have teeth that are only slightly damaged, you may opt for this budget-friendly treatment for a quick, easy fix. We will repair your teeth using the same sturdy composite material that we use for our natural-colored fillings.
Call us today at 256-274-8680 to schedule an appointment. Get your new smile quickly with Decatur dental veneers! You can also schedule online.