{"id":538,"date":"2020-07-08T00:19:37","date_gmt":"2020-07-08T00:19:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.palmetto-smiles.com\/dentist\/?p=538"},"modified":"2020-07-08T00:19:37","modified_gmt":"2020-07-08T00:19:37","slug":"what-are-dental-veneers-and-how-can-they-revitalize-my-smile","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.palmetto-smiles.com\/dentist\/what-are-dental-veneers-and-how-can-they-revitalize-my-smile\/","title":{"rendered":"What are Dental Veneers and How Can They Revitalize My Smile?"},"content":{"rendered":"

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If you\u2019re thinking about getting dental veneers, chances are you have some unanswered questions in mind. What are dental veneers made of anyway? What\u2019s the process and how much do dental veneers cost? These are all important questions to ask your <\/span>Lexington general dentist<\/span><\/a> before getting dental veneers. That way, you can be sure you\u2019re making the best decision for your smile. Fortunately, <\/span>Palmetto Smiles<\/span><\/a> is here to share all the <\/span>pros and cons of dental veneers<\/span><\/a>. Read on to learn everything you need to know.<\/span><\/p>\n

What are Dental Veneers?<\/b><\/h3>\n

Dental veneers<\/span><\/a> are paper-thin layers of tooth-colored porcelain that are bonded to the front surfaces of your teeth to improve their appearance. Veneers are meant to correct the color, shape or positioning of your teeth to address a variety of aesthetic or physical issues. If you have discolored, chipped, broken or misaligned teeth, or gaps between your teeth, you may be a good candidate for dental veneers.<\/span><\/p>\n

You might be wondering what the difference between dental veneers and crowns or implants is. Dental veneers differ from crowns or implants in that they only cover the portion of the teeth that\u2019s visible when you smile, whereas crowns fit over the existing tooth and implants replace the tooth entirely.<\/span><\/p>\n

While dental veneers can work wonders to enhance your smile, they\u2019re also permanent, so it\u2019s important to have all the information before <\/span>deciding to get veneers<\/span><\/a>. Your dentist will also have to change the natural structure of your teeth to create space for the veneers, so it really is an irreversible process.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Dental Veneer Procedure<\/b><\/h3>\n

So what should you expect when you get dental veneers? First, you\u2019ll have a consultation with your Lexington cosmetic dentist, <\/span>Dr. Jamie Gomez<\/span><\/a>. During this appointment, you\u2019ll discuss the results you\u2019re looking for and Dr. Gomez will examine your teeth to determine if veneers are right for you. If all looks good, we\u2019ll take x-rays and impressions of your mouth so we can create a treatment plan.<\/span><\/p>\n

Next, it\u2019s time to prepare the teeth. To make space for the veneers, Dr. Gomez will reshape your teeth to remove a thin layer of enamel that\u2019s equivalent to the thinness of the porcelain veneers. Then, we\u2019ll take more impressions and send them to a laboratory where your veneers will be created. Your dentist may suggest using temporary dental veneers while we wait for your permanent veneers to come back.<\/span><\/p>\n

Now it\u2019s time for the bonding process. Before fixing the veneers to your teeth, Dr. Gomez will place them on your tooth surfaces to ensure proper size and color. If needed, she\u2019ll trim the veneers to fit your teeth perfectly. Then, we\u2019ll clean and polish your teeth to create a better surface for the cement to adhere to. We\u2019ll apply the cement to each veneer and then press the veneer onto your tooth. Once in the correct position, we\u2019ll apply a light beam to activate the cement and bond it into place.<\/span><\/p>\n

Finally, your dentist will remove any excess cement and evaluate your resulting smile. You may need to come in after a week or two so we can check in on your progress and the placement of your veneers.<\/span><\/p>\n

Benefits of Dental Veneers<\/b><\/h3>\n

Dental veneers are a fantastic solution for anyone who is confident that they want to permanently improve the look of their teeth. If you\u2019re still feeling a little unsure, here are the pros of dental veneers:<\/span><\/p>\n