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Reasons to Consider Natural-Looking Veneers for Your Smile
If you take good care of your oral hygiene, you likely already have healthy teeth and gums. However, even if this is the case, you may still have dental flaws that affect your self-confidence. These can be chipped teeth, teeth that are severely discolored or stained, and even oddly shaped or uneven teeth. Fortunately, Dr. Jamie Richard, a dentist at Golden Ridge in Golden, Colorado, has a solution for you: natural-looking veneers.
What Are Porcelain Veneers?
Porcelain veneers are designed to improve the appearance of your smile by covering dental imperfections. Veneers are ultra-thin shells made from porcelain, a natural-looking and durable material. Medical-grade porcelain shells are bonded to your front teeth and can camouflage many cosmetic dental flaws. Porcelain closely mimics the translucency of dental enamel, so it’s almost impossible to distinguish your veneers from your natural teeth.
How Can Porcelain Veneers Improve My Smile?
Veneers are a game-changer when addressing issues like deep stains, chipped teeth, teeth with gaps between them, and minor misalignment. Unlike professional teeth whitening, veneers provide a beautiful solution for severe discoloration and stains that can’t be whitened with whitening gel.
Porcelain veneers are more versatile and durable than dental bonding for minor fixes like chipped teeth. They can also fill a gap between teeth so that some patients can avoid orthodontic treatment.
Am I a Candidate for Porcelain Veneers?
To get porcelain veneers, you need healthy teeth and gums. If you have cavities or tooth decay, these issues must be addressed before starting the veneers process. Any gum disease must also be resolved first.
What Is the Porcelain Veneers Process?
You’ll begin with a consultation with Dr. Richard. At this meeting, she will discuss your goals with you and help you create a custom treatment plan. The team will take a detailed mockup of your teeth to see what your smile will look like when the veneers process is complete.
A small amount of your dental enamel must be removed to prepare your teeth for porcelain veneers. This will ensure that your veneers fit comfortably and look natural. The impressions are taken to a specialized lab, where they’re custom-made for you. Dr. Richard may place temporary veneers on your teeth to hold you over until your porcelain veneers are ready.
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How Long Will My Porcelain Veneers Last?
When properly cared for, you can expect your porcelain veneers to last between 10 and 15 years. Porcelain is a highly durable material that can withstand the daily stress your teeth go through with biting and chewing.
How Do I Keep My Porcelain Veneers Looking Beautiful?
Porcelain veneers are stain-resistant but can still become slightly discolored if you’re not careful. Also, veneers can break if you eat or chew on hard objects. Follow these tips to keep your veneers looking great:
- Brush and floss daily with a non-abrasive toothpaste.
- Avoid biting on hard objects.
- Limit foods and drinks that can stain your veneers, including coffee, red wine, and berries.
- Wear a nightguard to protect your veneers if you grind your teeth while sleeping.
- Visit Dr. Richard for your regularly scheduled hygiene visits.
How to Schedule a Consultation With a Cosmetic Dentist Near Me?
If you’re ready to beautify your smile with natural-looking veneers in Golden, CO, Dr. Jamie Richard and the experienced team at Dentistry at Golden Ridge are your go-to solution. Our office’s staff specializes in providing a warm and welcoming environment so every patient feels right at home. Call (303) 951-8515 today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Richard.