Porcelain moldings which have been crafted from a mold of a patients teeth are called porcelain veneers; they are extremely thin shells which are placed on the front of a patients teeth, the side that is seen when the mouth is open. Teeth which have been chipped or show surface cracks, discolored or even have a wide gap between teeth can be fitted with porcelain veneers in Marietta city, the result is a greatly improved appearance.
Although porcelain is quite brittle, when it is supported by the tooth it becomes exceptionally strong and durable. For those with slightly damaged teeth or unsightly stains, veneers are the ideal solution as they look identical to natural teeth. Although you will still have to practice good oral care, because the porcelain is stain resistant you will eliminate any future problems with drinking tea, coffee or using tobacco.
There are a number of reasons why people would turn to porcelain veneers in Marietta, one common reason is age. Older patients find that their teeth have worn over the years, veneers can hide this. There are other people who have chips, cracks or other issues such as misshapen or crooked teeth while others may have spaces between their teeth; these are all abnormalities that can be corrected when veneers are fitted.
The process takes two or three visits to the dentist’s office. During the first visit, the dentist and the patient select the color and the dentist determines the size, shape and number of teeth that are to be covered. The dentist is fully aware of the need to compliment the patient’s facial features and smile. The next procedure is to prepare the teeth for the veneers, to do this the teeth are filed and ground into a taper which is used for the veneer. As it takes time to produce the veneers in a dental lab, the dentist fits temporary veneers.
When the permanent veneers have been completed the patient has a second appointment where they are fitted.
The cost of porcelain veneers in Marietta all depends on the number of teeth that are affected. It is important to remember that porcelain veneers will last for many years so no matter what the initial cost, it is a wise investment if a perfect smile is your goal.
