Dental veneers are made from porcelain or a composite resin material; the veneers are extremely thin and are fitted to the visible surface of teeth. Dental veneers in Lincoln park are very much cosmetic in nature; they are used to improve the overall appearance of the patient’s teeth. The very thin laminate is made in a lab; they are designed to appear as if the patient had naturally beautiful teeth.
Dental veneers are fitted to the front of teeth; they are used to improve the appearance of patients with uneven teeth, teeth which have significant spaces between them, teeth which have worn down as well as teeth which are severely discolored.
Although the history of dental veneers can be traced back to the 1930s it was not until the early 1980s when they became a viable option for those with less than perfect teeth. Today, composite resin dental veneers in Lincoln park can be expected to last at least five years before they need to be replaced. Porcelain veneers cost more but they also last longer, porcelain veneers usually last for ten to fifteen years before they need to be replaced.
There are a number of steps that the dentist goes through when fitting dental veneers. The first step is to consult with the dentist to conform that you can have them fitted in the first place. During this consultation the dentist will usually question the patient in an effort to find out why they want them and what their expectations are.
Once both the dentist and patient agree that veneers are a good option the dentist will buff the tooth surface, if necessary the teeth will be reshaped as well. A mold is then made; it is this mold that is used by the dental technician to produce the veneers. As the mold is an exact replica of the prepared teeth they are guaranteed to fit the individual tooth contours. It may take a week or more to produce the finished veneers the dentist will apply temporary veneers to maintain the patient’s appearance.
Once the veneers are returned from the dental lab they are placed over the teeth, the dentist confirms the fit and color. Any adjustments to the dental veneers in Lincoln park must be made prior to fitting and bonding to the tooth surface. The veneer is bonded using a special dental adhesive which sets up under a blue light.
Dental veneers in Lincoln Park are ideal for those patients who have healthy teeth but are irregular in some way. To discuss how veneers can improve your appearance you are invited to make an appointment with the dentists at The Art of Modern Dentistry. Contact ArtofModernDentistry.com for more details.
