Dentistry: Porcelain Veneers
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Porcelain veneers are the perfect solution to fix your damaged teeth. If you have tooth damage that ranges from minor, to severe, you may want to consider veneers. In fact, there are cosmetic dental procedures that may be of benefit to you. People that have minor problems seek the help of cosmetic dentistry, and those with major damages do as well.
There are many different types of cosmetic dentistry. If you just have discolored teeth, than a tooth whitening treatment may be all you need. In one or two visits, the dentist can give you a beaming white smile. If you have slightly damaged teeth, such as cracks or chips, there are many different options for you as well. Porcelain veneers are great for people that want to cover various damages on their teeth.
How Porcelain Veneers Work
Porcelain veneers are great because they consist of layers of porcelain ceramic material that are bonded to the teeth. It is a relatively easy procedure, lasting only one to two hours. The doctor begins the procedure by removing actual surface enamel from the tooth, about a half of a millimeters worth. Then, the dentist applies a phosphoric acid, which gives the tooth a jagged, rougher surface. A rough surface makes it easier for the veneer coating to bond with the tooth. After the tooth has been treated with the acid, the resin material and the veneer are applied to the tooth.
Veneers usually take two visits to complete, and the results can last approximately 10-15 years, before the treatment must be repeated. Because the teeth are ground down, you will always need to have veneers given that the original tooth has been completely altered. Patients definitely enjoy the straight and even smile achieved through veneers.
Posted on: Saturday, June 21, 2008 at 1:08 pm 
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