People’s opinions on teeth are often subjective. What others consider as good enough might not be for you—that’s okay. You have the freedom to seek cosmetic treatment for whatever you perceive as imperfections in your smile. One example of such treatment is porcelain dental veneer bonding, one of the procedures we perform in Scottsdale, AZ.
Dental veneers are synthetic additives placed directly onto the teeth to improve their shape and appearance. It is a cosmetic dentistry procedure that aims to correct the shape and appearance of flawed teeth without changing much of its original structure. It’s not surgical, and we can complete it after your second or third visit.
Dental veneers can also come in composite resin, but at Shea Dental, we prefer porcelain for many reasons:
Others won’t be able to tell that you had a cosmetic dentistry procedure done. The color of porcelain is very close to the natural shade and appearance of real teeth. In contrast, composite laminates look artificial, especially when they’re right next to your real teeth
You can have a better-looking smile with porcelain dental veneers. Porcelain has a smooth and impervious surface, whereas composite resin is porous and more prone to staining
Porcelain is durable and sturdy. It can withstand excessive pressure and cold and hot temperatures. It bonds strongly with your natural teeth, so your restored tooth turns out sturdy. Biting and chewing on food will feel very natural.
Investing in porcelain dental veneers pays off: they can last for 10 years or more with proper care, maintenance, and regular check-ups with your dentist.
A few more things you need to know about porcelain veneers:
They are permanent and non-reversible. Part of the prep for this treatment is the removal of a small portion of your teeth’s natural enamel. This creates space for the porcelain veneer and allows it to bond properly with your teeth.
Regular flossing and brushing make your veneers look more natural over time.
We don’t administer the veneers during your first visit. Our dentists first determine your eligibility and perform the prep as described above. We also take an impression of your teeth, which we send to a lab where technicians create your custom veneers.
The completed veneers will be ready in about one to two weeks. That’s when we would call to schedule the final fitting and bonding.
This treatment is ideal when you have any of these problems with your teeth:
Porcelain veneers are durable, but they’re not invincible — especially against intense pressure and acidic substances. So, to make the most of these veneers, you need to:
We’ll be happy to tell you more about this treatment and how it can improve your life. Get in touch with Shea Dental and inquire about our porcelain dental veneers in Scottsdale today.
11111 N. Scottsdale Rd, Suite 120
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Scottsdale and Shea just 3 miles west of the 101
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