Veneers offer a natural and aesthetic transformation for various dental imperfections, involving a personalized and meticulous process from consultation to final bonding, enhancing not just the smile's appearance but also adding strength and resilience to treated teeth.
Assessment: The dentist evaluates your teeth and discusses your aesthetic goals. This may include taking X-rays or making impressions of your mouth and teeth.
Preparation: To prepare for a veneer, the dentist removes a small amount of enamel from the tooth surface. This is to accommodate the thickness of the veneer and create a suitable surface for bonding.
Making Impressions: After preparing the tooth, an impression is taken and sent to a dental lab, where your custom veneer is created. This process can take several days or weeks.
Temporary Veneer: A temporary veneer may be placed while the permanent one is being made.
Fitting the Veneer: Once the veneer is ready, the dentist checks its fit and color, making any necessary adjustments to ensure a perfect match and comfortable fit.
Bonding: The tooth is cleaned, polished, and etched to prepare for bonding. The veneer is then cemented to the tooth, and a special light beam is used to activate chemicals in the cement, causing it to harden quickly.
Final Adjustments: After the veneer is placed, the dentist removes any excess cement and makes final adjustments to ensure a comfortable bite.
Follow-Up: A follow-up visit may be scheduled to check the placement of the veneer and to examine the response of the gums to the veneer.