Are Porcelain Veneers Natural-Looking?

What’s keeping you from changing your smile for the better? Porcelain veneers can help you overcome problems with crooked, discolored, misshapen, gapped, and damaged teeth to give you the winning smile you seek. At Dynamic Dental in Sacramento, California, you work with a skilled porcelain veneer dentist to achieve the smile of your dreams. These FAQs compiled by Drs. Ricardo Andrade and Denisse Montalvo explain more about dental veneers.   

What are porcelain veneers?

Veneers are thin porcelain shells fitted to the surface of imperfect teeth to improve their esthetics. Teeth that are chipped, cracked, stained, gapped, or misshapen can be given a beautiful new appearance with veneers. Veneers are placed on existing teeth after shaving off a thin layer of enamel to make room for them. They’re cemented permanently to your teeth to transform your smile’s appearance.   

What imperfections can porcelain veneers address?

Drs. Andrade and Montalvo can use veneers to address several cosmetic issues with your teeth, ranging from tooth stains and discolorations to:

• Minor tooth damage 
• Small gaps between teeth
• Odd-sized teeth
• Misshapen teeth 
• Teeth that are slightly misaligned, overlapping, or uneven

What are the benefits of veneers?

Through porcelain veneer treatment, your Sacramento dentists can bring out the best in your smile. The veneer process is minimally invasive, painless, and quick. Most treatments can be completed in two dental visits. Porcelain veneers are durable, stain-resistant, easy to maintain and long-lasting. They repair teeth that are chipped and cracked and strengthen their structure to prevent chipping in the future. Veneers can correct multiple tooth flaws with the same treatment to save you the cost of additional cosmetic procedures. With good oral care, these restorations can last up to 15 years. 

Are porcelain veneers natural-looking?

Porcelain is known for its attractive, tooth-colored, translucent appearance, similar to natural tooth enamel. That’s why porcelain veneers look so natural and real. Your veneers are custom-crafted from impressions taken of your teeth for a perfect fit. They’re designed to integrate seamlessly with your real teeth to give your smile a stunning, natural appearance.

Before and After Actual Patient Results

Is it painful to get veneers?

No. Many of our patients complete the process without the use of anesthesia. To provide a painless and comfortable operation, we can numb your mouth to prepare your teeth and apply the veneers, if you have sensitive teeth. To offer a painless and comfortable operation, we can numb your mouth to prepare your teeth and apply the veneers if you have sensitive teeth.

How do you care for veneers? 

The best way to keep your veneers looking their best is to take good care of your teeth. Brush at least twice daily and floss daily to keep your veneers clean. Be sure to see Dr. Andrade or Dr. Montalvo every six months for checkups and cleanings. To prevent accidental damage to your veneers, avoid eating hard foods, stop chewing on ice, and wear a night guard at night if you grind your teeth. 

Dental Veneers Near Me

To schedule a consultation for veneer treatment at Dynamic Dental in Sacramento, CA, contact Dr. Ricardo Andrade or Dr. Denisse Montalvo at (916) 256-2500.

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