Porcelain Veneers – Murphy, TX

Benefits of Porcelain Veneers

While porcelain veneers are designed to improve your appearance, they offer many additional benefits you may not be aware of, such as:

• They create a natural appearance that also helps to boost your confidence levels
• They offer a more permanent solution than other forms of cosmetic dentistry
• The entire process is fast, taking only two dental appointments to complete
• Veneers are designed to last a decade or more with proper care
• The porcelain material is much more stain-resistant than regular tooth enamel

The Process of Receiving Porcelain Veneers

To start the process of receiving porcelain veneers, you must first schedule a consultation with Dr. Gandhi. During this visit, she will go over the goals you hope to achieve with veneers as well as examine your smile to determine the problem areas you wish to cover.

Once she has created a personalized treatment plan, she will remove a small portion of the enamel from each tooth that will receive a veneer. Although she will offer a recommendation, it is ultimately up to you as to how many teeth you would like to have covered.

By removing the small bit of enamel, it allows for the bonding agent to properly adhere the veneer to your tooth when placed. She will then take impressions of your smile and send them off to a dental lab where technicians will begin to create your custom veneers based on certain specifications, including size, color, and shape. This will ensure that your veneers match the rest of your smile and create a cohesive, blended look.

After a few weeks, you will return to our office to have your veneers put into place. Placing your porcelain veneers requires a bit of time and patience; however, once you see the results, it will be well worth it. Dr. Gandhi will carefully place each veneer, making sure it fully covers the imperfection and creates a natural look. After a final polish, you will have a new and improved smile.

Making Your Results Last

Porcelain veneers are meant to last a decade or longer with proper care and maintenance, so it’s up to you to make sure that you get the most out of your new smile. A few things you can do to keep your teeth looking their best include:

• Maintaining a good oral hygiene routine that includes brushing your teeth twice a day for two minutes, flossing at least once a day, and rinsing with an ADA-approved mouthwash
• Quit smoking and using tobacco products
• Avoid dark-colored beverages or foods that can easily stain your teeth
• Never use your teeth as tools to open packages or containers, and avoid biting your fingernails, as this can chip your veneers
• Continue to see Dr. Gandhi and her team for regular dental checkups and cleanings every six months