What Are Veneers?
Veneers are a cosmetic dentistry marvel, turning the small chips and discolorations on your smile into the smile of a movie star. In other words, veneers make your smile bright, shiny, and sparkling white. But, what exactly are veneers? Veneers are thin sheets of porcelain composite that we specifically mold to fit your smile. In order to prepare your smile and bond your veneers, the application takes several dental appointments.
The Veneer Application Process
First, you will have a consultation with your cosmetic dentist to discuss your smile goals. After careful planning, Dr. Sprouse will start the veneer application process by removing a thin layer of your enamel. Ultimately, this makes room for your porcelain veneers. If needed, he will also use a laser to remove excess gums to ensure even gum lines. Then, will fit you with temporary veneers until your porcelain veneers are ready.
In about 2 to 4 weeks, you will come back to our Marietta dental office to place your new veneers. During this appointment, your Dr. Sprouse will bond your porcelain veneers to your teeth to create a beautiful Hollywood smile.
Porcelain Veneers Vs. Lumineers
Cosmetic dentists use porcelain veneers and Lumineers in similar ways. Both products are thin porcelain sheets that sit atop your natural teeth to enhance the appearance of your smile. However, these two types of tooth enhancements are slightly different depending on the level of care you need. Generally, we use veneers for bigger cracks, gaps, and stains while Lumineers make smaller fixes.
Lumineers are thinner, more affordable, and quicker to apply than veneers. Though these benefits sound amazing, Lumineers aren’t the best fit for everyone. Since Lumineers are thinner than veneers, they are less durable. Additionally, Lumineers cannot hide deep cracks or stains as well as veneers.
On the other hand, veneers can fix just about anything you dislike about your smile. Of course, decay is another issue. But veneers can repair cracks, gaps, and chips. Also, they can address an uneven or misaligned smile. On top of all that, you can say goodbye to deep discoloration and regular staining on your teeth. Even better, since veneers are porcelain, they don’t stain as easily as natural teeth.
The Benefits of Veneers
Having a great smile affects almost every aspect of your life, not just what you see when you look in the mirror. The ability to show off your smile will give you a sense of confidence you didn’t have before. Your new-found confidence benefits everything from personal relationships to presentations at work.
Additionally, others will see you in a new light. Unfortunately, discolored and chipped teeth make people think you are old or down on your luck. When we enhance our smiles, those assumptions fade with the chips and cracks. Veneers and Lumineers will boost your life by making others envy your beautiful smile.
Your Cosmetic Dentist for Veneers and Lumineers in Marietta
If you want to gain confidence with a beautiful new smile, you may want to consider getting veneers or Lumineers. With a Hollywood smile, you won’t be able to stop smilingーand your social circle will notice your pearly whites. To talk about veneers further with Dr. Sprouse in Marietta, give us a call at (770) 973-1380 to schedule a consultation.
