Dental Veneers

Dental Veneers Norwalk CT

Dental veneers are very thin shells that cover the teeth’s front surfaces. They are also known by the names porcelain veneers and dental porcelain laminates. It is customized to fit the needs of each patient and improves their appearance. It alters the patient’s size, shape and length.

These dental veneers are made with porcelain or resin-composite materials. The porcelain veneers are more durable than resin composite materials and can be stained with ease. They look very similar to natural teeth. They are also thinner and require less tooth surface removal. Talk with your dentist to determine the right veneer material for you.

How can dental veneers solve what kind of tooth problems? Trumbull and Bridgeport CT dental veneers are used to treat the following problems:
  • The presence of large resin fillings, fluoride excess, and drugs can cause discoloration.
  • Broken, chipped, or worn-down teeth
  • Uneven, haphazardly formed, or misaligned dentition (for instance, if there are bulges, craters, or teeth that are not straight).
  • Gaps between teeth
What’s the best way to get dental veneers? Three appointments are required to obtain a dental veneer: one for discussing the procedure and two for making and putting it in. One or more teeth can be treated simultaneously. This is how the process works: Analyse and plan for treatment: Your participation is crucial in the initial step. Discuss your reasons for wanting a veneer with the dentist. Veneers are recommended for those with sensitive teeth. Next, the dentist will discuss the process and its limitations. The dentist may take xrays to better understand your mouth and make impressions. Preparation. The dentist will remove approximately 0.5 mm enamel. This amount is approximately equal to how wide the veneer will be. Your dentist will discuss the need for local anesthesia to numb the area. A copy of the tooth structure is created by the dentist, which is sent to a lab. After about one to two weeks, the dentist will send the veneers. Temporary veneers can be purchased for ugly teeth. Bonding: A dentist will place the veneer onto your tooth to verify that it fits. If the veneer doesn’t fit properly, the dentist will trim it to make it more suitable. A different color cement can be used to change the veneer’s color. Your tooth will then be etched to clean it properly and the veneer placed. The veneer will be well placed and adjusted once a special cement is applied. The chemicals in cement can be activated using a light beam. The final adjustments and evaluation of the bite will follow. Your dentist might suggest that you make another appointment to verify everything is okay.