Porcelain veneers fall into the category of cosmetic dentistry because they create bright, white smiles with beautifully aligned, shapely teeth. But dental veneers can also be placed over the surfaces of your teeth to correct worn tooth enamel, uneven tooth alignment, spacing, discoloration and chips or cracks.
Porcelain veneers are wafer-thin, custom-made shells of tooth-colored materials designed to cover the front surface of teeth to improve your appearance. These shells are bonded to the front of the teeth changing their color, shape, size, or length. Here are some advantages of veneers you should consider:
- Veneers will provide a natural tooth appearance. No one will ever know the difference!
- Gum tissue will tolerate porcelain well, making it an easy transition to deal with.
- Porcelain veneers are resistant to stains, so your smile will always have a pearly white sheen.
- The color of a porcelain veneer can be selected such that it makes dark teeth appear whiter. Your new smile is customizable!
Veneers offer a conservative approach to changing a tooth’s color and shape. They don’t generally require the extensive shaping prior to the procedure that crowns do, yet offer a stronger, more aesthetic alternative to bonding. Because they do not require any special care, continue to follow good oral hygiene practices as you normally would. You will be happy to know, veneers generally last between 5 and 10 years so don’t worry about having to go to more dental visits because you have them.
Schedule an appointment today with Dr. David Lunt, DDS by calling 818-885-7230. Visit the website for more information at www.davidluntdds.com.
Dr. Lunt gladly accepts patients from Cal State Northridge, Burbank, San Fernando, Topanga Canyon, Valley Glen, Agoura and all surrounding areas.
