Porcelain Veneers
Is your chipped or discolored smile affecting your self-esteem? At Sunnyslope Dental and Implant Center in Salem, OR, Dr. Coombs can transform your smile with porcelain veneers. Porcelain veneers are a popular treatment option for people who want a total smile makeover. At Sunnyslope Dental and Implant Center, we provide the highest quality porcelain veneers in a modern and comfortable dental office. Want to learn more about our treatments? Call us today at 503-966-8400.
What are Porcelain Veneers?
Dental veneers are thin, custom-made porcelain shells that affix to the outer areas of your front teeth. Similar to artificial fingernails, porcelain veneers are applied individually to ensure a natural fit. Veneers offer a durable solution to a range of cosmetic issues.
Why Choose Porcelain Veneers?
Porcelain veneers have a variety of unique benefits that you cannot attain with other cosmetic dental treatments.
Custom fit. Porcelain veneers are designed specifically for your individual teeth. This ensures you get the best fit, and your veneers look as natural as possible.
Durability. Porcelain veneers have a long lifespan, especially if you continue to take care of your oral health and attend regularly scheduled dental appointments.
Stain resistant. Your natural teeth are prone to developing staining over time. Especially, if you consume certain foods and beverages with tannins. Porcelain veneers are highly resistant to stains, meaning your smile will stay white and bright for much longer.
Color-matching. Porcelain veneers can be made-to-order in an entire spectrum of shades. This way, you can choose a white smile that looks natural for your skin tone.
Simple and speedy application The process to get porcelain veneers is much faster and more straightforward than many other cosmetic dental solutions.
The Porcelain Veneer Treatment Process
Dr. Coombs treatment process for porcelain veneers couldn’t be simpler. After your initial consultation to determine your candidacy, you will be given a return appointment for your dental veneer procedure. During your initial consultation, you will also discuss any cosmetic goals you have for your treatment, such as tooth shape and color.
Before your treatment, you will receive a local anesthetic to numb the exact area being worked on, so you do not feel any discomfort during the process. Then, Dr. Coombs will slightly file down the enamel covering your teeth, ensuring that there is space for the veneers to be placed over your front teeth without appearing unnatural or bulky.
The veneers are attached to your teeth with a light-sensitive resin, which is hardened using a curing light, cementing your veneers firmly in place. Once all of your veneers are in place, you should be able to recommence with eating, drinking, and talking once the anesthetic wears off.
Caring for Your Porcelain Veneers
If you want your porcelain veneers to last for a long time, there are some important after-care rules that you should follow. These include: avoiding biting your nails, ice cubes, pen tops, or anything else hard that could fracture your new veneers.
A good practice is that if you shouldn’t bite it with your real teeth, you shouldn’t bite it with your veneers. If you currently grind your teeth at night, Dr. Coombs will arrange for a mouth guard to be made, which will help to protect your veneers from chips, cracks and other damage.
Schedule an Appointment for Porcelain Veneers at Sunnyslope Dental and Implant Center
Dr. Coombs and the entire time at Sunnyslope Dental and Implant Center in Salem, OR will make your smile makeover as painless and convenient as possible. We believe in patient-centered care and discussing your oral health goals, so you can get the smile of your dreams. Contact our office in Salem, OR today at 503-966-8400 to arrange a consultation.
