Porcelain Veneers
Beverly Hills
TRANSFORM YOUR SMILE
At Beverly Hills Dentistry we specialize in Porcelain Veneers. Veneers are a great option to enhance your smile. Veneers are thin porcelain coverings over your teeth that will provide the desired shade and shape. that generally requires little removal of tooth structure. Your teeth will be minimally prepared or shaped to allow room. These restorations provide a conservative way to restore your teeth.
REASONS FOR PORCELAIN VENEERS:
- Cosmetically, to create a uniform, white, beautiful smile.
- Crooked teeth.
- Misshapen teeth.
- Severely discolored or stained teeth.
- Teeth that are too small or large.
- Unwanted or uneven spaces.
- Worn or chipped teeth.
WHAT DOES GETTING
PORCELAIN VENEERS INVOLVE?
Getting veneers usually requires two visits to complete the process, with little or no anesthesia required during the procedure. The teeth are prepared by lightly buffing and shaping the surface to allow for the thickness of the veneer. A mold or impression of the teeth is taken and a shade (color) will then be chosen by you and the dentist.
On the second visit the teeth will be cleansed with special liquids to achieve a durable bond. Bonding cement is then placed between the tooth and veneer and a special light beam is used to harden and set the bond.
You will receive care instructions for veneers. Proper brushing, flossing and regular dental visits will aid in the life of your new veneer.
WHY CHOOSE US?
At Beverly Hills Dentistry, we work with each individual patient to find an affordable, lasting solution for a healthier smile. We stand behind our work. Our initial consultation is free so you know your options and pricing up front. At Beverly Hills Dentistry, our experienced dentists and staff will restore your smile at an affordable price.If you are looking to renew your smile, call Beverly Hills Dentistry to receive an expert consultation!
HOW VENEERS WORK
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Digital Impressions
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Temporary Veneers
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Permanent Veneers
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Sparkling Smile
FAQ
What are dental veneers and what are their benefits?
At Beverly Hills Dentistry we specialize in creating customized veneers made of thin slices of dental porcelain. These are adhered to the front of teeth that are chipped, cracked, or worn, too small or big, misshapen, slightly crooked, easily discolored, or which have gaps between them that need to be closed. They can not only give you a more beautiful smile, but provide better alignment of your bite so you can chew better.
How are they created and applied?
After a thorough dental examination, including a digital x-ray (which uses minimal radiation), you and your dentist will discuss what needs to be done to create a new, gleaming smile worthy of the silver screen, but at a non-celebrity price. The first step is to shave off a small amount from the front of each tooth, both to help it adhere when the veneer is bonded to it and to keep the result from looking unnaturally thick. Then an impression mold is made of the area and this is sent to a top dental laboratory to craft each one in a shade to match your neighboring natural teeth (or a whiter one if you are having veneers on all teeth that show when you fully smile). Once the veneer is created, on a second visit your dentist will apply a bonding agent, attach the veneer to the tooth, and harden the bonding with a special light.
How long do porcelain veneers last?
If you properly care for your teeth and veneers, continuing to brush for two minutes twice a day and flossing before bedtime, veneers can last up to 10 years. However, they can be broken. In the first weeks after placement, you should avoid popcorn, hard candy, apples, nuts, seeds, bones, and hard biscuits. It is especially important to stop any nail-biting, chewing on pens or eating utensils, and opening bags or pulling on clothes with your teeth. If you grind your teeth when you sleep, a custom mouthguard can be created to keep them and your veneers from being damaged.
Do I need to whiten my teeth in advance to match the shade of the veneers? Do veneers stain and how do I keep them the same shade?
If your teeth are especially dark and you want a whiter smile, you need to determine how many of them show when you smile. All of those should receive veneers and because veneers are translucent and dark teeth may show through, you should have these professionally whitened. You cannot whiten veneers once they have been custom-made to the chosen shade. They do not easily stain, but you should brush after drinking coffee, tea, or red wine and reduce smoking, since these may cause some discoloration over time.