Veneers
A Veneer is a thin, fingernail thickness shield of porcelain that resurfaces the front visible surface of a tooth and is wrapped around the backside of the tooth to include the edge of the tooth. The number of veneers placed varies from each patient's needs and desires but generally the front eight teeth are done on the upper and the lower teeth to give a uniform and picture perfect look.
Veneers are permanently bonded to the teeth, will not stain and are resistant to fracture. They can be used to whiten a smile where other methods proved unsuccessful. They can be placed to fill unwanted gaps, restore uneven edges and fractures, or correct rotated, short and crooked teeth. Many times little or no preparation on the existing teeth is necessary. This procedure requires two visits.
We can use composite for veneers with direct (chair-side) technique, and porcelain or IPS Empress porcelain
Porcelain veneers and crowns are extremely lifelike and hold their brilliance, unlike bonding which often appears bulky or fake. Although porcelain is an extremely translucent material, it is also very strong. Empress veneers and crowns are permanent restorations, and they can be expected to last for many years. Also, there are no food restrictions - once they are cemented you can eat normally (apples, corn on the cob, etc.) - porcelain simply covers the imperfections in your own smile!
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