Veneers

Choosing a Smile Makeover with Veneers

We all have things we’d like to change about ourselves.  If you have straight hair, you may be envious of your friend with naturally curly hair.  You may wish your hazel eye were blue.  You may want to be a few inches shorter or taller than you are naturally.  Often, our inherent attributes can make us automatically desire the opposite of what we were born with.

A smile is a bit different than hair or eye color, or height; in which the benefits of one over another are very subjective.  In the case of a beautiful, straight and bright smile— there aren’t many people who wish for an alternative to that, and yet so few of us are born with a smile that we would consider ideal.  If your smile flaws are something you’d want to makeover entirely, one of the best ways to do so is with veneers.

When patients come to see me for veneers, they’re able to essential redesigning their smile.  They can be used to correct and cover damage, discoloration, spacing issues and other flaws, in a way that naturally suits your smile structure.  So what do you need to know before you make the decision for a smile makeover with veneers?  There are a few basics to consider:

• Veneers typically require two or three visits to complete.  It is a non-surgical process that isn’t painful.   


• They can be used to correct moderate spacing and alignment issues. Some of my patients have decided to correct a mildly crooked or unleveled smile with veneers instead of orthodontic options.


• They can be used to cover chipped, cracked and discolored teeth.


• Veneers are custom fabricated according to your unique facial structure and your desired results.  Each tooth cover is created from specialized ceramic, so your new teeth look natural as well as beautiful.


• The veneer process will require that you wear temporary prosthetics between the time of your teeth prepping and the time of your permanent veneer placement.  This is roughly a two week period.


• Your veneers are held in place by a specialized bonding material.  This means your veneers will stay secure and feel natural as long as you take proper care of your teeth and gums.


• The ceramic of your veneers is designed to last a lifetime.  Provided you take optimal care of your teeth, you shouldn’t need to replace or restore your veneers due to wear.   

Since the process and results with vary on a case-by-case basis, coming in for a consultation with me is your best bet for making the right decision. More information on the veneers process can be found on my website: http://www.justdentaltx.com/veneers, but I encourage you to contact me directly so we can find the right smile makeover option for you.

-          Dr. Joyce Le, DDS.