Average cost
of Dental veneers
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US$ 250.00 - 400.00 / Tooth |
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Dental Veneers,
instant orthodontic program "The Dental Extreme Makeover"
Dental veneers (sometimes called porcelain veneers or dental
porcelain laminates) are wafer-thin, custom-made shells of tooth-colored
materials designed to cover the front surface of teeth. These shells
are bonded to the front of the teeth changing their color, shape,
size or length and resulting in an improved appearance.
Dental veneers can be made from porcelain or from resin composite
materials. Porcelain veneers resist stains better than resin veneers
and better mimic the light reflecting properties of natural teeth.
Resin veneers are thinner and require removal of less of the tooth
surface before placement.
What Types of Problems Do Dental Veneers Fix?
Veneers are routinely used to fix:
Teeth that are discolored ? Either because of root canal treatment;
stains from
tetracycline or other drugs, excessive fluoride or
other causes; or the presence of
large resin fillings that have discolored the tooth
Teeth that are worn down
Teeth that are chipped or broken
Teeth that are misaligned, uneven, or irregularly shaped (for
example, have craters or bulges in them)
Teeth with gaps between them (to close the space between these teeth)
Veneers offer the following advantages:
They provide a natural tooth appearance.
Gum tissue tolerates porcelain well.
Porcelain veneers are stain resistant.
The color of a porcelain veneer can be selected such that it makes
dark teeth
appear whiter.
Veneers offer a conservative approach to changing a tooth's color
and shape-
veneers generally don't require the extensive shaping
prior to the procedure that
crowns do, yet offer a stronger, more esthetic
alternative to bonding.
Do Dental Veneers Require Special Care?
No. Continue to follow good oral hygiene practices including
brushing and flossing as you normally would.
What's the Procedure for Getting a Porcelain Veneer?
The procedure usually requires two trips to the dentist? One for a
consultation and two to make and apply the veneers. The procedure
itself involves several steps. These are: diagnosis and treatment
planning, preparation, and bonding. It is important to note that one
tooth or many teeth can simultaneously undergo the veneering process
described below.
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- Diagnosis
and treatment planning. This first step involves
active participation between you and our cosmetic dentist.
Explain to your dentist the result that you are trying to
achieve. During this appointment your dentist will examine
your teeth to make sure dental veneers are appropriate for
you and discuss what the procedure will involve and some of
its limitations. We also may take x-rays and possibly make
impressions of your mouth and teeth.
- Preparation. To prepare a tooth for a
veneer, We will remove about 0.5-1.0 millimeter of enamel
from the tooth surface, which is an amount nearly equal to
the thickness of the veneer to be added to the tooth
surface. Before trimming off the enamel, We will decide the
need for a local anesthetic to numb the area. Next, We will
make a model or impression of your teeth. This model is sent
out to our in-house dental laboratory, which in turn
constructs your veneer. It usually takes 5-7 days in this
process. For very unsightly teeth, temporary dental veneers
can be placed for no additional cost.
- Bonding. Before the dental veneer is
permanently cemented to your tooth, we will temporarily
place it on your tooth to examine its fit and color. We will
repeatedly remove and trim the veneer as needed to achieve
the proper fit; the veneer color can be adjusted with the
shade of cement to be used. Next, to prepare your tooth to
receive the veneer, your tooth will be cleaned and polished
? which roughens the tooth to allow for a strong bonding
process. A special cement is applied to the veneer and the
veneer is then placed on your tooth. Once properly position
on the tooth, We will apply a special light beam to the
dental veneer, which activates chemicals in the cement
causing it to harden or cure very quickly. The final steps
involve removing any excess cement, evaluating your bite and
making any final adjustments in the veneer as necessary
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