When you see people with perfect, dazzling smiles, you might think that could never be you. But, that’s not true. Veneers can give you a smile makeover that offers you a whole new look.
Our dental team led by Colin Young, DMD, at Crystal Smiles Dental in Livermore, California, understands your desire to make changes to your teeth without a lot of time and effort. That’s why we provide porcelain veneers. They preserve the natural root and most of the enamel of your teeth while giving you a new, beautiful smile.
How dental veneers work
Dental veneers are very thin shells that we place over the front surface of your teeth, giving them an improved appearance. Veneers mostly cover cosmetic concerns.
You can get one veneer or as many as 6-8 to give you a symmetrical smile. We work with you to pick the tooth color that matches your other teeth, or if we’re treating a row of your teeth, you can choose a whiter color.
Issues dental veneers can improve
Here are five issues that porcelain veneers correct:
1. Gapped teeth
If you’re unhappy with a space or several spaces between your teeth, we can shape your veneers to cover the empty gaps and give you a uniform look with a completely natural appearance.
2. Cracked, chipped, or worn teeth
Over time, your teeth can suffer damage from wear-and-tear. Chewing ice, eating hard foods, or using your teeth as a tool to open packages can take their toll on your enamel. Dental veneers hide your uneven or jagged edges, and they protect your teeth, too.
3. Uneven or misshapen teeth
If you have one tooth shorter than the other, or if they are irregularly shaped, veneers bring uniformity to your smile. They improve the appearance of your teeth if they’re too narrow, too short, or odd-shaped.
4. Stained teeth
Discoloration happens to your teeth for a variety of reasons. Eating and drinking dark-colored foods and drinks like coffee, red wine, chocolate, and berries can stain your teeth. Certain medications can also cause permanent discoloration. But, we can change that with your new tooth-colored veneers.
5. Slightly crooked teeth
If you have a tooth or several teeth slightly out of place, we can design your veneers to even out your crooked teeth and give them a straight, aligned appearance.
Veneers are a game-changer when it comes to giving you a brand new smile. They’re easy to clean and can last 10 years and maybe as long as 20 when you practice good oral hygiene.
To keep them strong and bright, you should stay away from eating hard foods and eating and drinking dark-colored foods and drinks. We also recommend that you keep your routine checkups with us to help monitor the health of your veneers and maintain their longevity.
To find out if dental veneers might be right for you, call, text, or book your appointment online with us today.