Health Upgraders

Long ago, porcelain veneers were always something other people did, like movie stars and politicians. The technology in the contemporary dental industry has now made this selected service accessible for almost anyone who desires it. Patients can now change a smile that they are not so pleased with, to one that will stand out no matter where they find themselves. A total smile makeover with porcelain veneers by Dr. John M. Hucklebridge in Plano, TX is known to be a cost effective way to make a big change in a person’s appearance, without altering their entire look. Like all veneers, they are a very fine layer of sculpted material meant to level out, and cover irregularities. Veneers can close gaps, cover a chip, provide a very white finish and then proportion the teeth so they look strong and straight. Unlike bonding, porcelain veneers are very natural in their look and if provided with proper dental hygiene they will last for 10 to 15 years with normal use. Cosmetic dentists in West Chester have a regimented way to approach a patient who is thinking about getting veneers, and they will make sure that everything is understood before they begin work. Since veneers are attached to the surface of the tooth, the patient’s teeth will need to be in pretty good shape with any gum disease and tooth decay being addressed before any work begins. Patients can have 1 or more veneers applied, depending on what their final goal is. The first thing the dentist will need to do is polish off an extremely thin amount of enamel from the surface of the tooth, to allow for the veneer without giving the patient a big, bulky feeling in their mouth. Once this is completed, dental impressions will be taken and sent off to the producer so that the patient’s veneers will fit like a glove. All veneers are custom made to fit each individual’s unique dental structure. This process can take as little as 1 week. This is the difficult part, once they come back at the dentist’s office, they can be applied in 1 visit, and the patient is ready to start using their new smile right away. There are no limitations on using them, just be sure to maintain good dental hygiene and use them as you would your own natural teeth, and they will serve you well for years to come.