Do you have small chips, cracks, or other minor imperfections that affect your front-facing teeth? If so, our Hobart, IN, cosmetic dentist may recommend porcelain veneers. This beautifully transformative solution can greatly improve the appearance of your front teeth so you can smile with confidence.
Here’s what you need to know about the process of having veneers placed.
But First, Who Should & Shouldn’t Receive Veneers?
Patients interested in the are eligible as long as their smile is healthy and in good condition from the start. Veneers are best placed when there are no underlying oral health issues such as gum disease, missing teeth, tooth infection, or cavities.
Interested patients should also have strong enamel to begin with and not actively grind their teeth. Our dentist will not place a veneer over compromised enamel as it does not fix the structural issue at hand and will only worsen over time. If your enamel needs special care, we can discuss other restorative options aside from veneers.
With that said, it is still possible to place tooth veneers after certain conditions are treated and resolved. For instance, if you have an infection or a cavity but you want veneers, our dentist can fill the cavity or help clear up the infection first and return your smile to a healthier state.
If Interested in Veneers, You Can Expect To:
1. Sit Down for a Personal Consultation
Before getting started, our local cosmetic dentistwill ask you to come in for a veneers consultation so we can evaluate your smile and medical history. Regardless of whether you’re interested in improving the health and/or aesthetics of your smile, you can count on our team to tailor your treatment plan to your unique needs.
You may be a candidate for this form of smile makeover if you have small chips, cracks, gaps, or stains affecting your front teeth. Porcelain dental veneers may also be used to improve the appearance of slightly misshapen teeth in the “smile zone.” As the name suggests, the “smile zone” refers to the front teeth that show when you smile and laugh.
To repair a tooth with structural damage, our dentist may recommend a dental crown or other procedure to restore the full health and function of your smile. Since each patient is different, you won’t know if getting porcelain veneers is appropriate until you meet with our cosmetic dentist.
2. Have Your Teeth Prepared By Our Dentist
In general, the takes two visits to our Hobart, IN, dental office. During your first appointment, our dentist will need to remove a thin layer of enamel from the fronts of your teeth. This is to ensure there’s adequate space when placing dental veneers. Some, but not all, patients require local anesthesia for this step. For this reason, our dentist and staff will monitor your comfort levels closely throughout your appointment.
Next, we’ll take impressions of your teeth and send them to the lab that will be making your custom porcelain veneers. While you wait for the final restorations to arrive, we’ll place temporary veneers over your teeth to protect them in the meantime.
3. Return to Receive Your Permanent Veneers
When you arrive for your second appointment, your permanent dental veneers will be ready. During your visit, our dentist will remove the temporary veneers from your teeth and position the permanent ones in place. They’ll also ensure that the new dental veneers are the perfect size, shape, and shade. That way, the end result will blend in seamlessly with the rest of your smile.
Once our dentist is pleased with the way your veneers look and fit, they’ll prepare the fronts of your teeth for the bonding process. This process involves cleaning the teeth to remove any bacteria that could get trapped between your natural enamel and veneers. It also involves etching the front surfaces of the receiving teeth so the can create a strong, long-lasting bond.
For the final step, our dentist will bond the veneers in place and check your bite.
Call Our Office Today
Our , is accepting new patients and would be more than happy to welcome you to our practice. To request an appointment and learn if you’re a candidate for the veneers procedure, please call Ridgewood Dental at (219) 947-2922. You may also fill out our online contact form and someone from our team will reach out to you soon.
This blog post has been updated.
