Currently experiencing crooked or misaligned teeth? There’s no denying the impact a less than stellar looking smile can have on a person’s overall look and confidence. As such, patients may be interested in dental options that can remedy this issue. A dentist in Cambridge, OH, can assist patients in finding the best option for individual smiles so they can get the beautiful smile they deserve!
Porcelain Veneers Correct Smiles
Traditionally, smile correcting options have included metal braces or invisible aligners, and surgical procedures. However, another great option for getting a straighter smile is porcelain veneers.
Porcelain veneers are the most common type of veneers. Veneers are a tooth-colored shell added to the outer portion of patient’s teeth to improve their smile. They are permanently bonded to the teeth. A lot of people get porcelain veneers to correct a chipped or cracked tooth, but many people also get veneers on multiple teeth to get a more even and straighter smile.
How Porcelain Veneers are Placed
Your dentist in Cambridge, OH, will assess your teeth to determine whether a patient is a good candidate for dental veneers.
If a patient is a good candidate, a dentist will then take impressions of the patients’ teeth to be used as a guide for custom-made veneers. Next, the patient’s teeth will be cleaned to ensure they are healthy enough before the veneers are placed. The patient’s teeth will also be grinded to create a rough surface for the veneers to stick better. The veneers are then placed with the use of dental cement and a bonding light.
Taking Care Of Porcelain Veneers
Once the veneers are placed on the patient’s teeth, it is important to care for them to maximize longevity and the new smile. Here are a few tips to consider in order to get the most out of porcelain veneers:
- Avoid chewing on hard objects like pens, ice, or fingernails.
- Never use teeth to open packaging or condiment packages.
- Try not to chew with the front teeth. Eat harder foods with the back teeth only; cut up hard foods like chocolate bars so that this is possible.
- If patients grind or clench their teeth at night, get a splint or retainer to protect the veneers.
- Wear a mouth guard when playing any sports.
There is no denying veneers can improve a person’s smile and help them gain confidence again.
Get the smile best smile possible without resorting to messy braces or surgical procedures.
Come Visit Us Today!
Come in and get evaluated for your new porcelain veneers! Contact Dr. Franklin Maximo at his Woodlawn Dental Center office in Cambridge, OH, to schedule an appointment today!
