Frequently Asked Questions.
What
are Porcelain Veneers?
Porcelain veneers have been likened to "fake"
fingernails. These are laminates of porcelain that are custom made to
fit over prepared teeth. They are used by an aesthetic
dentist or a cosmetic dentist to enhance smiles and function in situations
where teeth are worn, chipped, mis-aligned, too small or where shape
and color can be improved.
Science
behind the Veneer
These thin laminates of porcelain are bonded to the natural tooth
giving it renewed vitality, color and shape.
Advantages
– life-like
What sets porcelain veneers apart from other
dental restorations is their life-like translucent nature that mimics
natural tooth enamel. It is truly amazing how art and science and of course, and a set of
skilled hands, come together to create dental restorations that are
absolutely indiscernible from real teeth, even to a dental professional.
Advantages
– stain resistant
Another major advantage of porcelain veneers is that they retain their original color; they do not stain like bonded
fillings that stain over time.