Porcelain laminate veneers
are probably the most esthetic means of creating a more pleasing and beautiful
smile. Veneers mimic
the translucent surface of a natural tooth, making them very lifelike. Porcelain
is a ceramic, so its surface is smooth and does not permanently stain. Charlotte
dental veneers allow us to alter tooth position, shape, size
and color. They are not the only alternative for all esthetic abnormalities but
are truly a remarkable restoration when they are the treatment of choice.
Some facts you might want
to know about Charlotte Dental Veneers.
Veneers are a wonderful
alternative to other orthodontic
procedures, both porcelain veneers and Lumineers
can be used to cover gaps between teeth.
Another
advantage of porcelain veneers is that they are stain resistant.
Occasionally the preparation of a Porcelain Laminate Veneer does not
necessitate the use of a local anesthetic. However, for those patients that
are particularly sensitive or anxious, a local anesthetic is advisable.
Between your preparation visit and the insertion visit, you can expect
some sensitivity to hot and cold. This is normal and is due to the removal
of a small portion of the enamel covering of the tooth. This sensitivity
should disappear after the placement of your Porcelain Laminate Veneer.
Your second visit, the insertion of your laminate, can be accomplished,
once again, with or without local anesthetic. This visit is usually longer
in length. The laminates are placed with a light sensitive resin which is
hardened by using a white light.
Once placed your laminates are very strong and will resist most of the
forces placed upon them by a normal diet. Porcelain has great crushing
strength but poor tensile strength. Therefore, you should avoid anything
that will tend to twist the laminate. Opening pistachio nuts with your
teeth, chewing on bones or candy apples is probably not a good idea. As with
most things, common sense should prevail.
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