Veneers are an easy way to achieve a dazzling, picture-ready smile. Porcelain veneers are practical as well as attractive, giving you a dental restoration option that can be used for everyday eating and brushed just like organic teeth. Best of all, veneers can be used without damaging your existing tooth structure. Rocky Point Dentistry specializes in rejuvenating the self-confidence of our patients with this safe and effective smile-restoring option.
What are Veneers?
Porcelain veneers are a type of synthetic shell designed to fit seamlessly over your natural teeth to enhance their appearance. They are a commonly employed cosmetic treatment option that is typically offered to patients whose teeth have been misshapen by damage or who find the results from whitening procedures inadequate.
Each set of veneers is custom-designed at our Long Island offices to fit your individual dental structure, and meticulously crafted for effortless installation. Once they have been attached to your teeth, they can be polished and shaped by the expert hand of a cosmetic dentist to assure a pleasing, natural look.
How Do Porcelain Veneers Differ from Natural Teeth?
While veneers can look, feel and perform indistinguishably from natural teeth, there are some differences that prospective patients should be aware of. Unlike organic teeth, which are made from enamel, today’s veneers are made of a much more durable material known as porcelain.
Porcelain veneers are incredibly resistant to wear and tear, chipping and breaking at a much lower rate than natural teeth. Veneers are also resistant to staining, delivering a distinct advantage for those who enjoy drinks such as coffee and red wine. Veneers may also require replacement over time, but can last 10 years or more with the proper care.
Can Veneers Harm My Teeth?
No! Along with their aesthetic benefits, porcelain veneers can provide protection for your smile as well. They are an excellent treatment option for patients whose teeth have been worn down by grinding or erosion over time. Although a thin layer of enamel is stripped away during the procedure, the result is a much stronger dental structure than before.
Porcelain veneers are bonded to the underlying tooth using a special composite resin chosen for its durability as well as its non-toxic composition. The resin used is specifically formulated to provide a strong hold without doing damage to the existing tooth.
Are Porcelain Veneers the Right Answer for Me?
In many cases, yes. Common applications for porcelain veneers include restoring teeth damaged by erosion, misaligned teeth, and moderately to severely chipped teeth. Veneers can also be used to change the shape and size of teeth, making them an outstanding option for filling in gaps and uneven spacing in your smile.
The first step in reclaiming your smile with porcelain veneers is having your existing dental structure examined via x-ray for a suitable installation. Not all patients are ideal candidates for veneers, but we also offer a range of other cosmetic treatment in case there are options more appropriate for your specific dental structure. Call today for your free initial consultation and take the first steps on a journey that can permanently improve your quality of life.
Additional resources:
- Web MD, Dental Veneers, https://www.webmd.com/oral-health/guide/veneers#1
- Colgate, Dental Veneers: Pros and Cons, https://www.colgate.com/en-us/oral-health/cosmetic-dentistry/veneers/dental-veneers-pros-and-cons-0515
