Porcelain veneers are thin shells made of porcelain that are bonded to the front of teeth. They can transform a dull smile and last over 20 years if cared for properly. Veneers are a good option for slightly misaligned or discolored teeth and usually require only minimal tooth structure removal. Good candidates have experienced tooth damage or cracking. Regular brushing and visits to the dentist are needed to ensure veneers remain in good condition.

1. HOW LONG WILL YOUR
DENTAL VENEERS LAST?

2. If you’ve ever heard the term dental
veneers, you may be wondering just
what is this interesting sounding dental
procedure and is it an option for me?
Properly made veneers that are well
cared for can last twenty years or
longer.

3. Dental veneers can
transform your smile from
dull and grey to white
and bright.
But they are not for
everyone.
Here we will look at just
what dental veneers are,
who is a good candidate
for dental veneers and
just how to take care of
your veneers.

4. PORCELAIN DENTAL VENEERS: WHAT
THEY ARE
Porcelain veneers are thin pieces of porcelain used to
recreate the natural look of teeth, while also providing
strength and resilience comparable to natural tooth
enamel.
It is often the material of choice for those looking to
make slight position alterations, or to change tooth
shape, size, and/or color.

5.  A porcelain veneer is custom made by a
master technician in the dental laboratory
with enamel-like qualities that are
undetectable.
 Porcelain veneers can provide a dramatic
smile improvement for your teeth gaps, mildly
crooked, chipped or discolored teeth.
 The advantage of porcelain is that the veneer
is translucent, stain resistant, and mimics the
light handling characteristics of your own
dental enamel.

6. WHO IS A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR
DENTAL VENEERS?

7. The majority of dental veneer patients have
experienced some sort of trauma to their
teeth. Whether it is cracking or chipping or
old dental work coming apart, veneers can
be the solution for repairing teeth.

8. The vast majority of dentists do not suggest extraction of
a tooth that is crooked or misaligned, but otherwise
healthy. There are dental braces to correct a
misalignment problem.
However, dental veneers can be the solution in many
cases. Through the use of dental veneers the healthy
tooth root is left in place and the smile is fixed through
cosmetic dentistry methods.

9. Dental procedures like veneers are dependent
on good dental care to ensure they last for a
long time.
Since veneers are individually sculpted for each
patient, it is nearly impossible to tell the
difference between a veneer and a natural
tooth. Unlike natural teeth, custom-made
veneers resist coffee and tea stains and
cigarette smoke because they are made of
high-tech materials.

10. With veneers—as opposed to crowns—your natural
teeth remain largely intact with only a minimal
amount being altered to fit the veneer.
For teeth that resist whitening, veneers can make
even the darkest teeth appear bright white.
Dentists may also recommend veneers to quickly
fix minor twists, overlaps, and small gaps.

11. HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR
VENEERS

12. Maintaining porcelain veneers is actually quite
simple: Treat them as you would your original teeth,
with routine brushing and flossing.
Using non-abrasive fluoride toothpaste will typically
be suggested by your dentist.

13. About a week after your veneers are placed, you will be
need to return to the office for a follow-up visit and
evaluation so the dentist can see how your mouth is
responding to the veneers.
Even if you feel the veneers are a success, this
appointment is vital to your future oral health.

14. If you have a habit of grinding or clenching your
teeth, your dentist may fit you with a nighttime
mouth guard so you do not damage your veneers.

15. You should also return to your dentist for regular
professional maintenance because porcelain veneers
should be polished with a specially formulated, non-
abrasive paste, and because your dentist needs to
inspect your dentistry for any sign of potential failure.

16. CONTACT US
 Mark C. Marchbanks, D.D.S.
 2624 Matlock Road Suite 100, Arlington, TX 76015
 Phone: (817) 261-2747
 http://arlingtontexasdentist.net/