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Every smile is unique to the individual who wears it, so it only makes sense that any enhancements should be tailored to the patient, too. Veneers are a popular tool for giving the smile an aesthetic boost, and these devices can be customized in a number of ways.
Dr. John M. Hucklebridge, your Plano veneers dentist, will often choose veneers to correct a variety of flaws or defects in the smile. Veneers may cover up a deep stain or a chip in a tooth or bring an undersized tooth into proportion with its neighbors. A slightly crooked stretch of teeth can be re-aligned with veneers, and the versatile devices can even fill in gaps between the teeth.
In planning for veneers, the cosmetic dentist will first discuss the patient’s goals for the smile. Next, the dentist prepares the teeth by removing a thin layer of enamel equal in thickness to the planned veneer. This prevents the veneer from protruding from the rest of the smile. The dentist then takes impressions of the teeth, which are sent to the dental laboratory as a guide for crafting the veneers.
Clearly, veneers must be designed to correct the patient’s specific target problem or problems. However, veneers can be customized in other ways, as well. Because each veneer is custom-designed for the patient, the dentist can provide the lab with specifications for shape and shade. This step helps the veneers to blend in with the biological teeth.
Even when the veneers are back from the lab, the dentist can still make any necessary adjustments to ensure a good fit with the patient’s smile. The dentist can re-shape the veneers or adjust the shade by using different amounts of bonding material.
Once veneers are bonded to the teeth, their shade can no longer be changed. For that reason, it’s important for patients to undergo any desired teeth whitening prior to veneer placement so that all of the teeth will match in color.
Veneers offer a popular cosmetic dentistry tool. Not only are veneers customized, they are durable as well, lasting up to 10 years with proper care. If you’re looking for long-lasting smile enhancements specific to your case, consider veneers.
