If an injury, accident, or other factors have led to visible teeth damage, you may be the perfect candidate for porcelain veneers in Jacksonville, NC. These veneers look and feel just like natural teeth, can effectively conceal damaged teeth, and will restore confidence in your appearance and your smile.
Porcelain Veneers: A Solution to Repairing Damaged Teeth In Jacksonville, NC
Cracked or chipped teeth often result when patients grind their teeth, sustain trauma to the mouth, eat hard foods, sustain sports injuries, or have poor dental habits. If you’ve noticed a cracked or broken tooth or have other signs of tooth damage, it’s important that you seek out the expert care of a dentist who will provide you with the right treatment plan to avoid further damage and improve your dental aesthetics.
Porcelain veneers are one of the most popular solutions for damaged teeth in Jacksonville, NC. The treatment process is minimally invasive, the product is long-lasting, and the results look and feel completely natural.
What Are Porcelain Veneers?
Veneers are porcelain appliances that are custom-shaped to cover the front side of each individual tooth requiring treatment. One of the benefits of porcelain-made veneers is that porcelain is a strong and durable material and looks natural.
Each veneer is custom-made for each patient and will match the exact color of their natural teeth. Patients will have the option of having veneers cover all of their front teeth or just the ones that have sustained damage.
What Can They Treat?
Veneers provide a solution for patients who want to address cosmetic dental issues. They are designed to conceal damage and imperfections of the teeth. Patients with chips, cracks, discoloration, misshapen teeth, small teeth, stains, or even large gaps can benefit from getting veneers to improve their smile and hide these imperfections.
Do They Strengthen Your Teeth?
It’s important to note that while veneers will improve your smile and hide damaged teeth, they won’t make your teeth any stronger or repair the damage. They are specifically designed to improve the smile and promote optimal tooth aesthetics.
For that reason, it’s important that you undergo a consultation with an experienced dentist before moving forward with the treatment process to ensure that veneers are right for you or determine if you need a restorative dental treatment to address your specific type of tooth damage.
What Are the Benefits of Getting Veneers?
Patients who meet the criteria for the veneer treatment process will experience many benefits after having these applied to their teeth. These benefits include the following:
- Improved dental aesthetics
- Increased confidence in your smile
- Natural-looking results
- Stain-resistant materials
- No additional maintenance
- A long-lasting cosmetic solution to cover damaged teeth
- Customizable treatment plans
How Does the Treatment Process Work?
We will schedule your appointment once Dr. Smith confirms you are a good candidate for veneers. To prep your teeth, he will remove approximately one mm of enamel from each tooth’s surface. Then, he’ll take an impression of the inside of your mouth so he can form a mold and send it to a dental lab. A dental technician at the lab will custom-make your veneers in the exact shape and color shade for your mouth.
Applying the Veneers
Once the veneers are ready, which can take a few weeks, you’ll schedule your next appointment. Dr. Smith will ensure that your custom-made veneers are the right color, size, and fit for your mouth and then prepare your teeth for the treatment process.
Dr. Smith uses specialized fast-setting dental cement to permanently bond your veneers to your teeth. Then, he’ll evaluate your bite, ensure that the veneers feel comfortable, and make any necessary adjustments. Then, you’ll be able to resume your normal daily activities and enjoy your beautiful teeth.
Is There Any Downtime After Undergoing Treatment?
There’s no specific downtime to plan around after you undergo the treatment process and have the veneers applied to one or more of your teeth. However, there is a one to two-week adjustment period during which you’ll need to get used to your new teeth.
Your teeth may feel different because the size and shape may differ from what you’re used to. You’ll need to continue taking steps to ensure optimal dental health, including brushing and flossing daily. Dr. Smith will schedule a follow-up appointment after your treatment to check your veneers and ensure you love your results.
How Should I Care for My Veneers?
You should care for your veneers the same way you would your teeth. Brushing twice daily, flossing daily, and scheduling regular dental cleanings and examinations will keep your veneers in the best condition and shape long-term. However, you should avoid tooth-whitening products as they can affect the veneer’s surface and appearance.
You can extend the longevity of your veneers and avoid sustaining cracks or breaks by refraining from biting hard or crunchy foods with your front teeth. One of the benefits of veneers is that they are resistant to staining, but excess consumption of red wine, coffee, and tea may change the color of the veneers over time, so it’s important to limit these beverages.
What Happens if My Veneer Breaks?
Veneers are designed to last 10 to 15 years or longer but are not completely indestructible. If your veneer breaks for any reason, contact your dentist immediately. It’s important that you address a broken veneer as soon as possible. In the event of a broken veneer, dentists typically replace the veneer altogether; however, the broken veneer must first be evaluated to determine the best treatment protocol.
Will My Teeth Look Natural After Getting Veneers?
Choosing the right dentist will ensure that your veneers look completely natural. One of the benefits of using a porcelain-made veneer is that the material looks nearly identical to natural teeth. When searching for a dentist specializing in veneers, make sure you choose one that’s skilled, experienced, and known for a high patient satisfaction rate.
That way, you’ll feel confident about every aspect of the treatment process and achieve the most natural-looking results after getting your veneers. The right dentist will know how to match the veneer to the color of your teeth, shape them appropriately, and ensure seamless and flawless results.
Am I a Good Candidate?
The best candidates for dental veneers are patients who want to address tooth damage like cracks, stains, or other minor cosmetic issues. The best candidates should also be in good health, be committed to optimal oral health and hygiene, and have enough enamel that the veneer can adhere to the tooth and properly bond.
If you want to learn more about veneers and determine whether they’re right for you, we will schedule an initial consultation to confirm your eligibility, answer all your questions, and give you more details about our services and the treatment process.
If you feel self-conscious about your smile because of tooth damage or other cosmetic imperfections, veneers will increase your confidence and improve the appearance of your teeth. Contact us today at one of our Smith Family and Cosmetic Dentistry locations in Sneads Ferry, Goldsboro, Wilmington, Surf City, Porters Neck, Hampstead, and Jacksonville, NC, to learn more about our services and to schedule your initial consultation to find out if veneers are right for you.