Porcelain Veneers - All-in-one

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Porcelain Veneers

• All-in-one

The Art of Dentistry
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Synopsis

• The History of Porcelain Veneers
• Advantages of Porcelain Veneers
• Understand The Process Of Having Porcelain
  Veneers Fitted
• Tips To Help You Decide Whether Porcelain Veneers
  Are For You
• Enhancing Your Smile With Porcelain Veneers
• Porcelain Veneers For A Perfect Smile
• 15 Tips To Everlasting Porcelain Veneers

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The History of Porcelain Veneers

• The Origins of Adhesive Dentistry
• It was nearly the end of the 1960s before Dr.
  Michael Bunocore dramatically improved adhesive
  technology. Put simply, he etched your teeth with
  a mild acid this allowed the adhesive to stick
  better to your tooth. The results were
  impressive people could suddenly wear veneers
  and even dentures without worrying about them
  coming off as they chewed.
• Modern Porcelain Veneers
• The early porcelain veneers were strong, but the
  more recent versions have used modern technology
  to improve the strength of the porcelain veneers
  and extend the life of them to between 10 and 30
  years.
• This is not to say that they cannot be damaged or
  that receding gums will not cause a separate
  issue. But, well looked after veneers can nearly
  last a lifetime!

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Advantages of Porcelain Veneers

• Veneers correct various dental issues including
  broken teeth, they fill the gap between separated
  teeth, They fix crooked teeth, and correct
  discolored or stained teeth.
• They are long-lasting if the patient follows care
  instructions, up to 15 years.
• They are highly stain-resistant, unlike natural
  teeth that get stained easily.
• Nearly any tooth imperfection can be covered.
• Porcelain veneers are strong and durable.
• They provide a natural looking result as they are
  specially colored to match the patients natural
  color
• They are customized for a perfect fit. After
  taking impressions of your teeth, the dental lab
  crafts them to fit each of your teeth perfectly.
• It is a quick and easy procedure. It typically
  takes two visits to the expert to complete the
  placement, plus a follow-up check the following
  week.

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Cont

• There is no post-treatment recovery. Once
  cemented and final adjustments are made, the
  patient can leave and resume his/her regular
  activities.
• They save tooth structure, unlike other options.
• Patients with fillings in their teeth can obtain
  a much longer lasting and better restoration of
  their teeth with veneers, as fillings may change
  color or break down.
• In same cases, porcelain veneers can be used to
  improve or modify the bite.
• Veneers, after all, are the front half of a
  typical crown, so they require less tooth
  structure to be removed to be applied.
• Easy maintenance. All they require is regular
  teeth hygiene, brushing after each meal and
  flossing.
• Gums tolerate porcelain very well.
• Enhance your confidence. Anyone with a great
  smile will definitely feel more confident, and
  this will be reflected in an overall sense of
  well-being and better interaction with others.

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Understand The Process Of Having Porcelain
Veneers Fitted

• There are several steps which you will need to
  follow before you can have your
• porcelain veneers successfully fitted
• Healthy Teeth Gums
• The first step is a visit to the dentist to
  confirm that your teeth and gums are healthy. You
  will need enough enamel on your teeth to allow
  the dentist to scrape a little away.
• Initial Appointment
• Your dentist will verify the health of your teeth
  and gums in your first appointment. If there are
  any issues they will be able to assist you
  treating these first.
• Preparation
• The next appointment will see your dentist
  removing approximately half a millimeter of
  enamel from each tooth. This is the depth of the
  veneer which you will have fitted.
• Bonding
• The final stage, once the veneers are ready, is
  to bond them to your teeth. Your dentist will
  place them in position to confirm the fit and
  then may shave them a little to ensure it is
  perfect. The shade of cement used will also be
  chosen to ensure the veneer matches your other
  teeth.

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Tips To Help You Decide Whether Porcelain Veneers
Are For You

• Discoloration
• Teeth are subject to all sorts of food, drinks,
  fluoride, dental treatments and other
  environmental toxins throughout the day. It is
  hardly surprising that, over time, these products
  stain your teeth leaving them discolored.
• Damaged
• There are many ways in which your teeth can be
  damaged, through force in a fight, or while
  playing sport. They can also develop cracks and
  holes through decay.
• Misaligned
• There are many reasons why you teeth can become
  misaligned. It may be that they have grown that
  way when you were a child and never been
  corrected. Alternatively you may have lost a
  tooth and the surrounding teeth have moved to
  fill the gap.
• Gaps
• Just as a gap can help your teeth become
  misaligned it can also cause issues when eating
  and with your confidence when you need to smile.
  This will no longer be an issue if you have
  porcelain veneers fitted.

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Enhancing Your Smile With Porcelain Veneers

• Non-Invasive Cosmetic Dentistry
• Porcelain veneers is a non-invasive, no tooth
  grinding type of cosmetic dental procedure that
  guarantees a long lasting result. Non-invasive
  Dentistry can help preserve the natural structure
  of the patients tooth. A protruding tooth may
  require some surface grinding to make the teeth
  look even again. Patients can get whiter and
  permanent teeth without having to use bleaching
  agents which not only jeopardize the tooth
  structure, but also make the teeth insensitive to
  sweet, temperature and fruit juice.
• Less Tooth Sensitivity
• The non-invasive porcelain veneer adds a new
  layer of porcelain to the already existing tooth.
  As a result, the tooth becomes less sensitive and
  whiter as well as maintains a natural look. The
  additional layer of porcelain helps to protect
  all the sensitive areas of the tooth. The thin
  porcelain veneers require the expertise of a
  highly skilled dentist. If handled by an amateur
  dentist, you run the risk of ending up with
  undesirable results. With porcelain veneers,
  patient can enjoy an attractive smile and become
  more sociable.

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Porcelain Veneers For A Perfect Smile

• Although many people ask for porcelain veneers
  just
• for cosmetic purposes, they can actually fix some
• dental issues, including
• worn teeth
• broken or chipped teeth
• misaligned teeth
• uneven teeth
• irregularly shaped teeth (teeth with bulges or
  craters on them)
• teeth (teeth with gaps between them)

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15 Tips To Everlasting Porcelain Veneers

• Brush your teeth after each meal (remember the
  tooth behind the veneer is still susceptible to
  germs)
• Use floss before going to bed
• Have a professional cleaning treatment done
  regularly
• Dont use your teeth as a tool to prevent your
  veneers from tearing or breaking. So, no longer
  opening bottles or nuts with them!
• Avoid biting on hard objects, such as pencil tips
• Avoid hard and textured foods such as nuts, candy
  apples or ice.
• Use a mouth guard while practicing contact sports
  or any other risky activity.
• Stay away from beverages and foods that could
  stain your porcelain veneers, such as coffee or
  tea Although veneers are stain resistant, if you
  drink coffee all day long and dont wash it off
  in time, you could get stains.
• Try to quit smoking to avoid nicotine stains.
• Use a bite guard at night if you tend to grind
  your teeth.
• Avoid whitening kinds of toothpaste as they tend
  to be abrasive.
• Dont drink excessive acid drinks, such as
  lemonade or grapefruit juices.
• Dont use alcohol-based colored mouthwashes.
• Prefer white wine to red wine.
• Visit your dentist regularly.

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