Many times when a person has severely stained teeth, a dentist may determine the use of teeth whitening products will not take care of the problem. This can often occur if the teeth are stained over a period of years, or if medications the patient had been prescribed caused the staining. In these types of situations, it may be necessary for the dentist to use a different type of treatment, such as using dental veneers in Temecula to help in covering up the stained teeth.
A veneer is a shell which will go over the stained teeth. Dental veneers are created from thin, translucent porcelain. The porcelain used is matched to the patient’s teeth so the dental veneers Toronto will blend in with the other teeth. This makes them less noticeable.
In most cases, the use of veneers is only done when the patient’s teeth are otherwise healthy and without any other dental issues. By using veneers Riverside, the patient will be able to retain their natural teeth without damaging them too much in the process.
Before a veneer is placed on the teeth, the dentist will need to remove a thin layer of the enamel on the teeth. This allows the veneers to fit against the gumline in a smooth manner, which is similar to the way the patient’s natural teeth are placed.
Once the enamel is removed, the dentist will then need to make an impression of the patient’s teeth so the veneers can be created. This is generally done by a dental lab off the premises and can take a bit of time to complete.
After the veneers are created, the patient will need to return to the dentist’s office. The teeth will first be thoroughly cleaned and the new veneers will be adjusted and fitted to the patient’s mouth. They will then be applied with dental cement.
With the new veneers in place, the patient will have a permanent way to cover up the stains and other types of discoloration present on their teeth. This can be a great boost to their self-esteem and their quality of life as well.
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