Getting Veneers? 5 Key Facts to Know about Veneer Treatment

Smiling comes easy when you have an attractive, healthy smile. Few people, however, are born with perfect pearly whites. That’s where veneers come in. Improving your smile’s esthetics is easier than you think with veneers. You can learn more about cosmetic veneer treatment from Dr. Yvonne Szyperski at North Bay Smiles in Petaluma, California.

5 Key Facts to Know about Veneers

Veneers are cosmetic restorations used to conceal minor imperfections in teeth and enhance the appearance of your smile. The following facts about veneers can help you decide if they’re a good fit for you.

1. Getting Teeth Veneers is Fairly Simple

Veneers are a minimally invasive cosmetic treatment that patients can complete in two dental visits. After removing a thin enamel layer, Dr. Yvonne will place the veneers on your existing teeth. You can place veneers on one tooth or many to achieve your smile goals. A smile makeover with veneers can give you a smile you’ll love in a matter of weeks!  

2. Veneers Come in Porcelain and Composite Resin Material  

Veneers are made of two materials: porcelain and composite resin. Both can enhance the beauty of your smile, but their composition and placement differ. Porcelain veneers are thin, and porcelain shells are custom-made in a lab from impressions of your teeth for exact measurements. As this process can take a week or two, we’ll cover your teeth with temporary veneers.

Composite veneers use tooth-colored resin that is color-matched to the exact shade of your teeth. Dr. Yvonne will shape the material to the contour of your teeth and harden it with a UV light to bond it in place. Once all the veneers are in place, we’ll smooth and polish your teeth to give your smile a natural appearance.

Actual Patient Results

Porcelain Veneers Before and After

3. Veneers Can Correct Multiple Dental Imperfections   

Dr. Yvonne may recommend veneers to:

• Brighten dull or discolored teeth
• Close tooth gaps
• Conceal chips and cracks in your smile
• Straighten slightly crooked or uneven teeth
• Improve the shape or size of irregular teeth

4. Veneers Look Authentic and Natural

Veneers are highly customizable and can give you a natural appearance indistinguishable from your real teeth. Once cemented in place, they’re permanent, becoming the beautiful new face of your smile. Covering tooth flaws with veneers will give your smile a brighter, healthier, flawless appearance.

5. Veneers are Low Maintenance

You care for veneers by taking good care of your teeth. Brushing twice daily, flossing daily, and keeping up with routine checkups and cleanings will help keep your veneers looking great for years. Composite veneers can last seven to ten years with proper care, while porcelain veneers can last fifteen or more years.

Where to Go for Cosmetic Veneers Near Me

To schedule a consultation for veneers at North Bay Smiles in Petaluma, CA, contact Dr Yvonne Szyperski at (707) 306-8001. We’re here to meet all your cosmetic dental needs.

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