Dental veneers are extremely thin shells of porcelain. They are custom-made in a dental lab. Once positioned by a cosmetic dentist, they cover the exposed surfaces of teeth. These thin shells are permanently bonded to the tooth using a strong dental adhesive. Dental veneers are used to cover tooth imperfections, which include cracks, chips, and severe staining. They can be used to make minor corrections to teeth such as closing gaps between teeth or change the shape of a tooth.
Although dental veneers in Chicago are readily available in a resin material, most patients opt for porcelain because they last much longer and resist staining.
When Are Dental Veneers Used?
Teeth are called upon to do a lot of work, as such, they take a lot of wear and tear. Over time, teeth become discolored, will get small chips on the edges, and surface cracks may appear. Veneers are the ideal solution for:
* Covering teeth that are so discolored that teeth whitening is not effective
* Lengthen teeth that have worn down with use and age
* Hide surface cracks and chips
* Close unsightly gaps between teeth
Preparation
Once you have decided to have a cosmetic dentist place dental veneers, expect the procedure to take three office visits. During the initial visit, the dentist will examine your teeth to ensure you are a good candidate for veneers and discuss what it is you are attempting to achieve. During the second and third visits, the dentist will prepare your teeth, take impressions that are used by the lab to produce the veneers, and on the third visit, fix them to your teeth. Dental veneers can be used on one or multiple teeth.
With normal brushing, flossing and regular dental checkups, dental veneers in Chicago can be expected to last at least 15 years.
Dental veneers in Chicago are available from the Art Of Modern Dentistry.
