When you’re suffering from a less than perfect smile, porcelain veneers are an effective way to transform your smile into a smile of perfection. Veneers are false fronts that are attached to the front side of teeth to give the teeth a shapelier appearance while hiding cosmetic blemishes, such as discoloration. In some cases, the veneers can also be used as an alternative to orthodontic treatments by making the teeth appear straighter and more aligned. Using a simple and safe procedure, you’ll completely transform your smile. As a dentist in Naples, we offer our patients porcelain veneers to get a beautiful new smile.
Understanding Porcelain Veneers
Veneers are bonded to the front side of the teeth to hide certain cosmetic flaws, such as chips, cracks and discoloration. Veneers can also be used to fill small gaps or resolve minor overcrowding to make the teeth appear straighter. Overall, veneers give the teeth a more proportionate appearance for a flawless smile.
Cosmetic dentistry allows for various materials to be used when placing veneers; however, the most preferred option are veneers made of porcelain. When porcelain is used, you’ll enjoy many additional benefits that just aren’t possible with other materials. For example, porcelain closely mimics your own natural enamel, allowing your new smile to look as natural as possible.
In addition, porcelain veneers are thinner than veneers made from other materials. As a result, less of the tooth structure is removed during the bonding process. In order to securely bond veneers to the teeth, we will have to etch the surface of the tooth. By doing so, we remove a small amount of enamel to allow the veneer to be bonded to the tooth. When porcelain is used, we can remove far less enamel, allowing more of the tooth’s natural structure to be maintained.
With the use of porcelain, you’ll have a new smile that seamlessly blends in with your natural teeth. We are able to customize the veneers to meet your individual criteria in terms of color, size, and shape to give you the amazing smile you’ve always wanted.
Once your veneers are in place, you’ll care for your teeth just as you care for your natural teeth with regular brushing, flossing and visits to your dentist. However, you will need to be careful not to damage the veneers with abrasive dental products. Plus, you may have some eating restrictions, such as avoiding very hard foods, because it can cause damage to the veneers. With the right aftercare, your new veneers will last an average of 10 years before needing to be replaced.
Your Dentist in Naples for a New Smile
At Galleria Dentistry, we offer porcelain veneers in Naples to transform your smile. As a cosmetic dentist, we will create a customized treatment plan to address the cosmetic flaws hurting your smile. Then, we will bond your individualized veneers to your teeth for a radiant new smile.
If you’re ready for a younger, more beautiful looking smile, call our office today at (239) 361-7345 (new patients) or (239) 422-7219 (current patients) to schedule a consultation.
