Dental veneers are a popular cosmetic dentistry option that improves your smile by covering imperfections. At Elevation Family and Cosmetic Dentistry, we provide expert veneer treatment to help you achieve a beautiful, natural-looking smile, with professional and friendly care shaped around your individual needs.
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Veneers are thin, custom-made shells crafted from high-quality porcelain or composite resin. They are bonded to the front surface of your teeth to correct aesthetic concerns such as discoloration, chips, gaps and misalignment. Veneers are a durable, long-lasting solution that improves both the function and the appearance of your teeth.
The process of getting dental veneers typically involves the following steps:
- Initial Consultation: A careful examination and a conversation about your aesthetic goals and expectations.
- Tooth Preparation: Removing a small amount of enamel from the front of the teeth so the veneers fit perfectly.
- Impressions: Taking precise impressions of your teeth to create your custom veneers.
- Temporary Veneers: Placing temporary veneers to protect your teeth while the permanent ones are made.
- Final Placement: Bonding the custom veneers to your teeth and making any adjustments needed for the best fit and appearance.
Benefits of dental veneers include:
- Enhanced Appearance: Creates a natural, attractive smile.
- Stain Resistance: Porcelain veneers resist stains from coffee, tea and other substances.
- Durability: A long-lasting result with proper care.
- Minimally Invasive: Requires little tooth preparation compared with other cosmetic treatments.
Dr. Leah McQuigg and Associates are dedicated to helping you achieve the smile you have always wanted. If you would like to learn more about dental veneers in Colorado Springs, Gleneagle and Monument, Colorado, contact us at (719) 481-6788 to schedule a visit with our dentists.
FAQ
What are dental veneers, and how do they work?
Dental veneers are thin shells of porcelain or composite resin bonded to the front of your teeth to improve their appearance and hide imperfections.
Are dental veneers permanent?
Veneers are a long-term solution, but they may need to be replaced after 10-15 years, depending on care and wear. The procedure removes a small amount of enamel, which makes it irreversible.
Do veneers stain like natural teeth?
Porcelain veneers are highly resistant to staining. Good oral hygiene and avoiding stain-causing habits will help keep them bright.
Can veneers fix crooked teeth?
Veneers can improve the look of slightly crooked teeth, but they do not move teeth into proper alignment. Severe misalignment may require orthodontics.
What is the process for getting veneers?
The process typically involves a consultation, tooth preparation, impressions and placement of the custom-made veneers over two or more appointments.