Cosmetic Dentistry
Veneers are thin laminates or shells of tooth-colored material (which can be either porcelain, ceramic or composite bonding material). They are “cemented” to the front surface of teeth to improve their cosmetic appearance.
Our veneers procedure
PORCELAIN VENEERS
Porcelain veneers are made from thin porcelain, bonded or cemented onto the front of a tooth to create a new cosmetic experience. Their natural appearance, using the best quality porcelain in the world, will change your smile in only two appointments in four working days.
- The first part of any dental procedure is the initial consultation and examination, so that the Dr. Lorenzana can get a feel for what you want and understand your needs and concerns. The doctor will explain the treatment procedure to you and give you an accurate guide to the likely costs of your treatment.
- Before your veneers are designed, Dr. Lorenzana will need to reshape and prepare the front surfaces of your teeth so that they can accommodate the veneers. The first stage is to numb the teeth and gums with a local anesthetic so that you do not feel anything during the procedure.
- Using a special tool called a burr (a dental drill or file); a tiny part of the front surface of your teeth will be shaved off. The amount removed should be equivalent to the thickness of the veneer that will sit over the top of the tooth.
- Next, an impression or mould (copy) of your teeth is taken. A special dental "putty" is placed into your mouth on a tray and pushed into your teeth so that it takes an imprint of your teeth (similar to how you would leave a footprint in sand).
- This "impression" or mould of your teeth is then sent to a dental laboratory. The laboratory uses the impression to cast an accurate model of your teeth, which is used as a guide to fabricate your new veneers. This process can take up to five days in our office.
- While you're waiting for your veneers to be fabricated, Dr. Lorenzana may fit you with some temporary veneers to protect your prepared teeth. Not all dentists will offer temporary veneers.
- On your second appointment, Dr. Lorenzana will fit your new veneers to your teeth. First, the doctor may just sit the veneers over your teeth to see how they look with your smile, as he may need to trim or adjust the veneer.
- Next, your teeth will be thoroughly cleaned and the front surfaces etched (roughened) with a special acid gel so that they provide a good surface for the dental cement to stick to.
- The veneers are then cemented into place, and a special curing light is used to activate the dental cement so that it permanently bonds the veneer to the front surface of your prepared tooth. If there is any excess cement, it is usually trimmed away and polished to leave a beautiful and natural-looking restoration.
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What treatments or problems are veneers used for?
There are a wide variety of reasons why patients opt for treatment with dental veneers:
Stained teeth - badly stained teeth that cannot be improved by teeth whitening or prophylaxis treatments can be greatly improved by dental veneers, which function to cover any existing stains on your teeth.
Damaged teeth - teeth that have become badly worn through excessive grinding or by carbonated drinks, as well as those that has been chipped or broken can benefit from veneers. A small chip on a tooth can quickly be repaired with composite bonding, also knows as "composite veneers". A single damaged tooth can easily be repaired with a porcelain veneer that has the same characteristics and color as you natural teeth.
Gaps - spaces or gaps (diastemas) between your teeth can easily be closed using dental veneers, giving you a more uniform-looking smile.
Crooked teeth - Veneers are not the ideal treatment for crooked teeth, and from the point of view of preserving your natural teeth structure; orthodontics or Invisalign braces would probably a better solution. However, such treatments can take up to a year or longer. For teeth that are not severely crooked, veneers placed over their front surface will give a straight and perfectly aligned-looking smile. For this type of treatment, many people refer to veneers as "instant orthodontics", as you get a similar end result in a fraction of the time.
LASER TEETH WHITENING
Teeth’s whitening is the process of removing stains and discoloration from teeth and improving their color through a bleaching process to make them look “whiter”.
Laser whitening treatment is one of the most popular treatments within our overseas clients. The long-term maintenance is in the hand of each individual patient.
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