Veneers: Changing your smile | Dr. Terry Papneja and Associates

Veneers

Have you ever thought of changing your smile?

The list is endless as to what alternatives there are;

Straighten without braces
whiten and brighten
close spaces
fix broken or chipped teeth

WHAT ARE VENEERS?

Veneers are customized from a thin “shell” of white material (porcelain or resin) and are permanently bonded over the tooth surface. (Like a false fingernail).

HOW CAN THEY HELP MY SMILE?

While they’re not suitable for every patient, veneers can be your cosmetic alternative for any of the following dental conditions of the front teeth:

spaces between teeth
broken or chipped teeth
unattractive, stained or washed out fillings
permanently stained or discolored teeth
uneven or crooked teeth

HOW ARE VENEERS APPLIED?

There are three steps to this procedure;

An impression is taken to make an exact reproduction of your mouth and teeth so that the veneers can be custom made by the laboratory. Minor tooth preparations may be required to create room for the veneer.
To help adhere the veneer to the tooth surface, the tooth is etched with a mild acid solution to slightly roughen the surface.
Veneers are applied individually and permanently bonded to the tooth surface after you have approved shape and color!

WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF CHOOSING VENEERS?

At one time the only choices you had for these conditions were crowns or resin fillings, now you have the advantage of a third alternative.
anesthesia is often not required
only a small fraction of the tooth structure (if any) is removed
a healthy “natural” smile is attained with rarely or no discomfort

WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT?

Veneers can last for years, depending on how well they’re maintained by the patient. Part of maintenance includes regular oral hygiene at home as well as routine cleanings and dental exams to ensure your new veneers remain looking as good as new! You should avoid staining foods such as blueberries, cherries, coffee and red wine. Another important thing to remember is to refrain from any oral habits such as nail biting, grinding your teeth, opening bobby pins and chewing on hard objects as they can damage your veneers.

WHAT IS THE COST?

The cost of your veneers will vary depending on your individual situation. However we believe that cost should not be a deterrent to having the smile you want and deserve. We have payment options available.

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Dental Implants

Four common problems and our effective solutions:
Missing one: A tooth and its roots are missing. A dental implant and ceramic crown becomes the permanent replacement.
Missing several: Three teeth and their roots are missing. A fixed bridge anchored on dental implants gives optimal strength.
Missing all: All teeth and roots in the lower jaw are missing. Dental implants provide enough stability to carry a full fixed denture.
Improve existing: A front tooth has been damaged. A new ceramic crown is used for the best esthetic result.

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