If your tooth has been damaged in an accident it can be saved with help from a cosmetic dentist. Previously, damaged teeth may have been pulled but now they are saved whenever possible. This is a better and healthier solution that a cosmetic dentist can offer to patients. Millions of people damage teeth in car wrecks, an accident at work or at home, a slip and fall accident, and more every year. If you have a damaged tooth, visit a dentist right away to see how they can save your tooth.
When a cosmetic dentist uses dental veneers to save a damaged tooth they place the veneer on top of the existing tooth, so the root structure still needs to be intact. The process is fairly straightforward. A veneer is a thin shell that goes on top of a prepared (filed down) tooth in order to prefect its’ appearance and provide the stability the tooth needs in order to fully be prepared.
Dental veneers can also be used for cosmetic purposes. A dentist can use them to close gaps in between teeth, make teeth even in length, cover dark stains, and even straighten teeth. This is an excellent option for those that don’t like their smile but want to keep their natural teeth in place. Veneers provide a dentist with the ability to improve a person’s smile without the need for oral surgery.
To determine if you are a good candidate for the procedure, schedule an appointment with Vista Dental Care and Specialty Center. Our dentist will examine your teeth and gums, discuss the goals that you have for your smile, and determine if veneers are the best way to achieve them. If it is decided that you could benefit from a dental veneer, a mold will be taken of your teeth so that the dental lab can create your veneers. They will be matched in size, shape, and color to your existing teeth. This way they will look completely natural once placed
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The teeth must be prepared before a dental veneer can be put in place. This typically involves the dentist filing down the existing teeth and placing grooves on top of them. Filing down the tooth is an essential step for ensuring that the veneer lays flat so that it fits perfectly with the gums. The grooves serve to hold the cement glue in place so that the tooth and veneer can bond together.
The entire procedure can be completed in two or three visits over the course of a month or two. It is reasonably fast for the dramatic results that dental veneers produce. Once the veneers are secure and fully healed a person can eat all of their favorite foods and speak normally. To learn more about our dental veneer services, call and schedule an appointment today.
