Porcelain veneers are porcelain moldings that are made to be fitted to the front of a person’s teeth. The moldings are very thin, they are only applied to that part of the tooth that is visible when the wearer smiles. Those who have teeth which are chipped, have surface cracks, crooked or discolored often have porcelain veneers in Stamford fitted as they improve the appearance of teeth which are otherwise unsightly.
As a material, porcelain is very brittle; however, once it is fitted to a structure such as a tooth it is very durable. Veneers are ideal for those people who have unsightly teeth which are otherwise sound because once they are applied they have the appearance of real teeth. Not only do porcelain veneers look good they are stain resistant, this makes them ideal for those who drink beverages such as tea and coffee and those who smoke tobacco.
There are many reasons why an individual would want porcelain veneers in Stamford. For example; older patients may have worn their natural teeth down over the years, their teeth may have corner chips and small hairline cracks on the surface. It is not only older people who have worn down teeth; anyone who has the habit of grinding their teeth will have the same problem. Other people may have significant gaps between their teeth; veneers can eliminate this often hereditary problem.
Coffee, tea and soft drinks has a tendency to deteriorate the enamel of a tooth; this is also the case for people who take a lot of medication; these and many other situations cause problems with the appearance of teeth, all of which can be made right with porcelain veneers.
The entire procedure to have porcelain veneers in Stamford fitted takes two or three dental appointments. The first visit to the cosmetic dentist is when the decision is made to the size, shape and style of the veneers that will do the best job at complimenting the face shape and natural smile of the patient. The next stage is to prepare the teeth by filing them down to a slight taper and making a mold. While the porcelain veneers are being made from the mold by a dental technician, the dentist will fit temporary veneers.
Once the finished veneers are returned from the dental lab the dentist fixes them to the surface of the teeth with a special adhesive. Porcelain veneers last for many years so even though they can be expensive it is an investment that is worth making to ensure that the patient has a beautiful smile for years to come.
Porcelain veneers in Stamford are available from Dr. Jeffrey Cahn. He will change the shape, size and color of your teeth; the results are natural looking teeth that enhance any smile.
