This article explains what porcelain veneers are and how they work as a cosmetic solution to discolored, chipped, cracked and unaesthetic teeth.

1. The Cosmetic Dentist in Colorado Springs Talks
to Us About Dental Veneers
This article explains what porcelain veneers are and how
they work as a cosmetic solution to discolored, chipped,
cracked and unaesthetic teeth.
Whatever happened to your pristine white smile? Life, that’s what! A five-a-day coffee
habit, a 20-a-day smoking addiction, an accidental toddler swing in the teeth and
stress-induced teeth grinding have reduced what used to be a beautiful white smile to a
dulled smile you’d rather hide behind your lips. Whether all of your teeth have sustained
abuse, or just one has become chipped, cracked or discolored, there is a fantastic solution
offered by the cosmetic dentist in Colorado Springs and it comes in the form of dental
veneers
veneers.
What is a Dental Veneer?
Veneers are ceramic restorations that are
mounted on the outward-facing surface of a
tooth. They are used to:
� Cover up the appearance of deep
staining that a professional cleaning or
tooth whitening treatment cannot
remove. Certain conditions, such as
fluorosis, which causes white spots on the teeth, can also be covered up with
Colorado Springs veneers.
� Cover up the appearance of cracks, chips and other imperfections in the tooth
structure. Dental veneers can also be custom fabricated to replace the bits of tooth
structure that may have gotten chipped off.
� Remove large gaps between teeth. Madonna may have made tooth gaps sexy, but
they just don’t work for everyone. Porcelain veneers with additional peripheral bulk
can be mounted on the teeth to fill the visible gaps between them.

2. “Dental veneers may be regarded as a cosmetic treatment but by covering up cracks and
treatment,
chips in the tooth structure, they help to reinforce the tooth and protect it against
infiltration by oral bacteria,” explains the cosmetic dentist in Colorado Springs. “For this
reason, veneers are not just important for smile restoration; they’re also useful for the
maintenance of good oral health.”
What’s the Procedure Used to Place Dental Veneers?
What’
During your appointment with the cosmetic
dentist in Colorado Springs, the outer face/s
of the tooth or teeth requiring restoration
will be gently filed and texturized. This is to
accommodate the thickness of the veneer as
well as provide the veneer with good
traction. The dental veneer will have been
custom made from molds taken of your
teeth in a previous appointment with the
dentist. Once the tooth is prepared, the
veneer will be placed over the tooth and
secured in place with dental cement. A special light will then be used to harden the
cement and, hence, the veneer will stay in place. Once you are happy with the fit and feel
of the veneer/s you will be free to admire your newly restored smile in the mirror!
How Do I Look After Teeth With Veneers?
Teeth that have had veneers done are cared for exactly like the rest of your teeth. Make
sure you brush and floss regularly and steer clear of very hard and crunchy foods. Avoid
hard candy and eating ice and don’t use your teeth to tear packaging or force open
containers. Colorado Springs veneers are very durable, but they aren’t invulnerable and
won’t last long if you abuse them.
One other thing… the ceramic material used in the manufacturing of veneers does not
respond to teeth whitening the way natural dental enamel does. Therefore, if you’re
considering a visit to your cosmetic dentist in Colorado Springs, you may want to
mention the fact that you’ve had veneers done. Here’s another thought… before you
restore one or more of your teeth, go for a whitening treatment and then match the color
of your restorations to your new, beautifully white teeth!
You’re welcome!
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