Are you ready to get a new smile with porcelain veneers in Summerlin? As a cosmetic dentist, Dr. Pamela J. West, understands you may have some questions about the process and the benefits of the procedure. To help put your mind at ease and to determine if veneers are right for you, Dr. West has the facts you need to know about porcelain veneers.

Fact: Porcelain Veneers Will Enhance the Appearance of Your Smile

Porcelain veneers will improve the appearance of your smile to give your teeth a shapelier and more proportionate appearance. The false fronts cover cosmetic flaws like chips, cracks, and abnormally shaped teeth while making the teeth appear whiter. In addition, veneers can hide small alignment issues to make the teeth appear straighter.

Fact: Porcelain Veneers Involves a Minimally Invasive Procedure

When compared to other cosmetic procedures, including traditional dental veneers, porcelain veneers offer a minimally invasive treatment. Since porcelain veneers are thinner, less of the tooth’s structure has to be removed during the bonding process. As a result, you will maintain as much of the tooth’s integrity as possible.

Fact: Porcelain Veneers Provide a Natural-Looking Smile

Those looking to enhance the appearance of their smiles with veneers have come to prefer porcelain because it closely mimics tooth enamel. Light will reflect off the porcelain just as it reflects off enamel for a natural-looking, bright smile.

Fact: Porcelain Does Not Stain

For those who want a whiter smile, porcelain veneers are the perfect option. Porcelain veneers give you a stain-resistant smile, ideal for those who are prone to tooth discoloration. To ensure your new smile stays as bright as possible, your Summerlin dentist, Dr. Pamela J. West may recommend you undergo a whitening treatment prior to bonding. While the veneers will not stain, your underlying tooth is still subject to discoloration. To keep your new smile bright, it is best to avoid stain-causing foods and habits.

Fact: Porcelain Veneers offer a Long-Term Solution

Although the veneers are made from porcelain, they are strong and durable. With the right care, your new smile will last an average of 10 years or more. When it is time to replace a veneer, Dr. West can reattach a new veneer through a simple procedure.

Fact: Caring for Porcelain Veneers is Easy

Caring for your new smile is very simple. You just brush and floss your teeth regularly. However, you will want to avoid using any abrasive products because they can scratch the surface of the veneers. You will also want to avoid using your teeth as tools or chewing on foods that are extremely hard, such as ice. In addition to home care, you will need to visit our office every 6 months for a regular checkup and cleaning.

Get a New Smile with Porcelain Veneers

If you are ready to increase your confidence with a minimally invasive procedure, porcelain veneers are the perfect solution. To determine if veneers are right for you, contact Summerlin Center for Aesthetic Dentistry today to schedule a consultation.