Upgrade your smile with porcelain veneers from Boulder County Smiles. These custom-made shells match your teeth’s color and shape, addressing various dental issues for a beautiful, confident smile that lasts. Discover more about porcelain veneers and how they work by reading on.

 

What are porcelain veneers?

Porcelain veneers are thin shells of porcelain that cover the front surface of your teeth, enhancing their color, shape, and overall appearance. They are custom-made to fit each patient’s teeth and bonded to the natural teeth with dental cement. Porcelain veneers are a minimally invasive procedure and require little alteration to the natural tooth structure.

 

How do porcelain veneers improve your smile?

Porcelain veneers can address several appearance-related dental problems, including stains, discoloration, chipping, gaps, and misalignments. They are also an effective solution for covering tooth surfaces that have worn down due to tooth grinding or aging. Porcelain veneers can give you a perfect and uniform smile, while still maintaining the natural look and feel of your teeth.

 

What is the procedure for getting porcelain veneers?

Getting porcelain veneers usually involves two visits to the dentist, spread over several weeks. The first appointment involves consultation, diagnosis, and treatment planning, where your dentist will discuss your expectations and assess if porcelain veneers are right for you. The dentist will then prepare your teeth for the veneers, which may involve some tooth reduction. After that, your dentist will take impressions of your teeth, which will be sent off to a dental lab to fabricate the veneers. During the second appointment, your dentist will bond the veneers to your teeth using dental cement, effectively transforming your smile!

 

How long do porcelain veneers last?

The lifespan of porcelain veneers varies from patient to patient, but with proper care, they can last up to 10-15 years. To ensure the longevity of your veneers, it is essential to maintain good oral hygiene habits, including brushing and flossing regularly and scheduling regular dental check-ups.

 

Are there any risks or side effects associated with porcelain veneers?

Porcelain veneers are generally a safe and effective cosmetic dental procedure. However, they may not be suitable for everyone. Patients with severe teeth grinding or clenching habits may experience chips or cracks on their veneers over time. Additionally, since the procedure involves some tooth reduction, patients may experience mild sensitivity to hot and cold temperatures for a few days following the procedure.

Porcelain veneers are an excellent option for anyone looking to transform their smile. They are a minimally invasive, safe, and effective cosmetic dental procedure that can address a range of appearance-related dental problems. If you’re interested in porcelain veneers, consult with your dentist, who can advise you on whether they would be appropriate for your needs. With proper care, porcelain veneers can give you the perfect and confident smile you’ve always wanted.

Contact Boulder County Smiles:

303-665-5335

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1140 W South Boulder Rd Ste 201
Lafayette, Colorado
80026