What to Expect During The Dental Veneers Process

You may want to discuss dental veneers with your dentist if you are not happy with your teeth. Your smile is the first thing that people notice about you, so you want it to look great. Dental veneers can make your smile white and even again. However, you might be wondering what the process to get veneers is like. Read on to learn more.

Dental veneer consultation

Before patients get dental veneers, they will need to consult with the dentist. This is often the first step in any cosmetic dental procedure. The dentist will go over the patient’s dental history. That way, the dentist can determine if the patient is a candidate for getting dental veneers.

Veneers are usually recommended for patients who have only slight damage to their teeth. More extensive damage should be treated by other means. If the dentist decides that a patient is not a good candidate, the dentist can recommend another treatment. This could include a crown or whitening procedures.

Preparation for dental veneers

A patient can expect the dental veneer application to take two appointments. The dental veneers are customized to the patient’s teeth. Before a patient gets dental veneers, the dentist will prepare the patient’s teeth. While the dental veneer is thin, it can still make the teeth look unnaturally bulky. This can be prevented by removing the outer layer of enamel from the teeth.

A dentist will usually not need to give anesthesia for this procedure. It is not designed to be painful, but a patient can request anesthesia if necessary. After the enamel has been removed, the dentist can take impressions of the teeth. This will allow the lab to create the veneers to fit the patient well. It will usually take about one to two weeks for this process to be completed.

Placing dental veneers

At the patient’s second appointment, the dentist will hold each veneer up to the right tooth. This can help the dentist see if the veneers are the right color, shape and size. Often, the veneers will need minor adjustments. This will help the veneers look natural and fit the patient’s smile better. Both the dentist and the patient must be satisfied with the look and fit of the veneers.

Then, the dentist will polish and clean the teeth. This will prevent bacteria or plaque from becoming trapped against a tooth. The dentist will also etch each receiving tooth. This can help the veneer bond more strongly to the teeth. Finally, the dentist can use dental cement to bond each veneer to the tooth. The dentist will then remove any excess.

Visit a dentist today

Getting dental veneers can help improve the appearance of your smile. A cosmetic dentist will evaluate your teeth and medical history at your consultation appointment. Then, you will have two more appointments. The right way to tell if you are a good candidate for dental veneers is by visiting a cosmetic dentist.

Request an appointment here: https://www.paradisedentalcares.com or call Paradise Dental Care at (562) 387-1214 for an appointment in our Los Alamitos office.

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