Birdseye Dental Group

Veneers & Crowns

Porcelain Veneers

Becoming increasingly popular, porcelain veneers are very fine shells of porcelain bonded to the front of your teeth to cover chips, stains, close spaces between teeth and can even be used as an alternative to orthodontics for a more captivating and natural looking smile. Veneers are so thin only a minimal amount of your natural tooth needs to be removed so blend seamlessly with your natural surrounding teeth.

At your consultation appointment, cosmetic dentist Dr Birdseye will develop with you a meticulous treatment plan to ensure your veneers appear completely natural.

The first step to receiving veneers involves your teeth being lightly buffed so when the veneer is placed over your tooth, it is the same thickness as those not receiving a veneer. Usually, between 0.5 – 0.7mm of enamel is removed. As you comfort is paramount, a local anaesthetic can be administered if requested, however, for the majority of our patients it is not required.

Once prepared, a mould of your teeth is made, which is then sent to our preferred dental laboratory and used as a template for the fabrication of your veneers. Your veneers will usually take around two weeks to complete. Often temporary veneers can be placed so you can retain your smile and appearance.

Once we have received your veneers, your appointment to have them placed will take between one to two hours. First, the veneers are checked for fit and shade, at this point, the colour of your veneers can still be adjusted to blend identically with your natural tooth shade. If you are planning teeth whitening, as many of our patients do when having veneers for a complete smile makeover, this should be completed prior to receiving your new veneers, as whitening cannot change the colour of the porcelain only your natural tooth enamel.

To apply the veneer, your tooth is cleansed with specially developed chemicals, which will make the surface of your tooth a little rough and ensure a strong and lasting bond. A visible light beam initiates the release of a catalyst to harden the formulated dental cement, securing your new veneers permanently to your natural tooth

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You may find it takes you a couple of weeks to adjust to the feel of your teeth, as they have changed slightly in size and contour.

A thorough and regular maintenance routine of brushing twice a day with a soft bristled toothbrush and flossing once a day will keep your veneers, natural teeth and gums in perfect condition. It is important to schedule regular appointment check ups for cleaning and oral health examinations so any problems can be detected in their developmental stage and prevent from becoming a concern.

 

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