What To Expect When Getting Dental Veneers and Laminates
When it comes to improving your smile, there are a few different options that you can consider.
Two of the most popular options are getting dental veneers and laminates.
Veneers and laminates both offer the same result—giving you a brighter, more beautiful smile—but they do have different processes and benefits associated. If you are unhappy with the shape, color or overall appearance of your smile, consider investing in dental veneers and dental laminates.
Veneers — often also called porcelain laminates — are extremely thin shells made of tooth-colored material. These shells slip over the surface of the tooth and drastically change its overall appearance. Veneers can be used to correct the appearance of just one tooth or several.
Reasons to get dental veneers and dental laminates
Veneers can be beneficial for both aesthetic and corrective reasons. If you have broken, worn-down, or discolored teeth; unevenly shaped or misaligned teeth; gaps between your teeth – veneers may be recommended to aid with these issues! Moreover, even if you simply want a brighter smile without any dental problems present—veneers offer the perfect solution. They give people an opportunity to achieve the bright white image they’ve always wanted in addition to helping correct their imperfections.
What patients can expect from the veneer process
The veneer process is fairly conservative and, as far as cosmetic procedures go, quick. Below are a few things patients can expect from the entire process of installing dental veneers and dental laminates.
- The initial consultation
Prior to undergoing any dental treatment, such as that of veneers, a patient must first receive an examination and consultation by their dentist. During this process the health of the mouth is evaluated alongside overall general health and tooth alignment to determine if one is eligible for veneers. If it appears they are not yet suited for them, a dentist may then propose treatments aiming at readying teeth in anticipation of future placements. Such treatments could be beneficial when battling complications like crookedness, cavities or gum disease; conditions commonly seen with TMJ (temporomandibular joint disorder). - Tooth preparation
After the initial consultation, two additional appointments must be booked: one for preparing the teeth and making a mold of them, as well as another for placing the veneers. During preparation, your dentist will shave down some enamel to make room for the prosthetics; afterwards they’ll create a sturdy paste-like mold before it is sent off to an expert laboratory. Usually taking up to two weeks, while you wait patiently expect temporary replacements that your practitioner may provide along with excellent care until then! - Placement
On the third visit, your dentist will fit and secure the prosthetics. Your natural teeth may require some minor trimming before veneers are attached – but once they’re on, their coloration, shape and fit will all be assessed for accuracy. If everything looks satisfactorily put together, a specialized resin with light is used to firmly bond them in place. - Follow up
Finally, the dentist may request that the patient schedule a follow up visit. During the follow-up appointment, the team will assess the veneers to ensure they still fit and function properly.
