A guide to veneers: Get your “winning smile” with one of the world’s most sought-after dental treatments!
If cosmetic dentistry procedures had a popularity contest, veneers would likely be the winner outright. There are several reasons these thin shells of dental material are so popular to craft “winning” smiles out of otherwise cosmetic “imperfect” teeth.
Get to know veneers at No Fear Dentistry
The veneers crafted by our teams in Madison and Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, are designed to look, feel and function like natural, healthy, and undamaged tooth enamel. This protective outermost covering of your teeth may be stronger than any other part of your body; however, it is not indestructible. Enamel may become damaged due to conditions like bruxism (teeth grinding), the cumulative effects of smoking or a coffee habit, and even normal wear and tear that occurs over time. This damage can show up on the teeth as the following imperfections, which may be resolved with veneers:
- Chipped teeth
- Small cracks or fractures, such as “craze lines”
- Dark or intrinsic discoloration that does not respond well to professional whitening treatments
- Uneven or excess spacing between the teeth
- Worn-down or overly short teeth
- Jagged teeth or shape-related irregularities
Veneers provide the illusion of straighter, more evenly-spaced, perfectly contoured, and whiter teeth. They do so by covering up the imperfections. Porcelain is used to replace the damaged tooth enamel at the front surfaces of visible teeth. Once secured, each veneer disguises the underlying damaged or flawed tooth structure. Porcelain is often used. This dental ceramic boasts similar cosmetic qualities to natural enamel. It also resists stains well and can last a long time as long as good and consistent oral care is maintained. Veneers may also be made with a composite resin. The exact steps involved with planning, preparing, designing, fabricating, and placing and securing the veneers depend on the selected material.
At No Fear Dentistry, we take the time to empower our patients from across the Sun Prairie and greater Madison, WI, areas with credible and clear information about their underlying conditions, needs, and treatment options. That way, our valued patients can make the most well-informed decisions about their treatments. We look forward to going over treatment options with you during a consultation. Schedule yours today by calling our Madison office or Sun Prairie office at (608) 830-1270 or (608) 830-0840, respectively.
