A cosmetic dentist offers a wide variety of options to enhance the appearance of your smile. The Dallas Cosmetic Dentist places porcelain veneers that will significantly improve the appearance of your smile and give your self-confidence a boost.
 
Porcelain is a durable material that has been adapted over the years to be used effectively in cosmetic dental treatments. The key to choosing the proper types of materials for any dental treatment,  is to find those that not only stands up to daily use but also naturally enhances the appearance of your smile. Porcelain is one such material since it effectively mimics the appearance and durability of natural tooth enamel.
 
When placed by the Dallas Cosmetic Dentist, porcelain veneers can resolve a variety of aesthetic concerns. If you experience any of these cosmetic dental concerns, you may be a good candidate for porcelain veneers:

• Misaligned teeth
• Cracked or chipped dental enamel
• Gaps between teeth
• Dark or stained dental enamel

The translucent quality of porcelain veneers reflects and absorbs light in a manner similar to that of natural dental enamel. This makes porcelain a perfect option for veneers and other cosmetic dental treatments. Porcelain veneers can be shaped and shaded by a dentist to closely match the natural coloring of your teeth. Porcelain is also resistant to staining because of its smooth glass like finish. This added benefit prevents veneers from looking dull over time as they will retain their bright appearance for years.

Porcelain veneers are affixed to the front surface of your teeth and do not put unnecessary strain on neighboring teeth. Patients are able to chew normally and follow their normal routine of oral hygiene. Porcelain is an ideal material for dental restorations and is popular with dentists and patients alike. Veneers made of porcelain are very durable, and with proper care and oral hygiene will last for many years.

It is important to know how to care for your teeth especially when you invest in your smile with a cosmetic dentistry treatment at the Dallas Cosmetic Dentist office. No matter what type of treatment you receive, you need to protect your investment with proper post-treatment care and maintenance. Dental veneers, in particular, can transform your smile and do not require extensive maintenance after placement.

Dental veneers are made of very thin layers of porcelain that are attached to the surface of your natural teeth to make give them a bright, uniform appearance. Veneers are a permanent cosmetic dentistry treatment so it is important to care for them properly so that they will provide many years of wear.

In general you will care for your porcelain veneers in much the same way that you do your natural teeth. Even though they look very natural, you do have to take some special precautions to care for them properly.

• Avoid overly abrasive toothpastes that can dull the polished surface of the veneers.
• When eating nuts or seeds, avoid biting down with your front teeth.
• Avoid chewing on ice or hard candies since this may result in cracking the veneer.
• If you notice that you are grinding or clenching your teeth, notify your dentist.
• Over time your dental bite can naturally shift. If you notice this happening, advise your dentist as soon as possible. The additional stress a misaligned bite places on your teeth can damage your veneers.

Dental veneers can really change your smile and your appearance because they look and feel like natural teeth. By taking just a few proactive steps, you can protect your beautiful veneers and keep them strong and healthy for years to come. Contact the Dallas Cosmetic Dentist for more information about this exciting cosmetic dental treatment.

Porcelain dental veneers have become very popular at the Dallas Cosmetic Dentist office because the procedure applies both to patients who are seeking a cosmetic improvement for aesthetic purposes as well as those with damaged, crooked, chipped, and broken front teeth. The application of porcelain veneers is sometimes referred to as ‘instant orthodontics’ because they can provide the much-sought-after after 'perfect smile' in just a couple of sittings, as opposed to an average treatment time of several years for traditional orthodontics.

There are two types of veneers used in cosmetic dentistry. One type is made of porcelain, and the other made of composite material. Dental veneers of porcelain are very thin ceramic shells that are designed to offer the same translucency, color, shade and texture of natural teeth. Porcelain veneers are affixed permanently by your cosmetic dentist over the front surface of your tooth.

Among their other applications, porcelain veneers can also be used to cover teeth that are worn down, chipped or broken, misaligned, uneven, or irregularly shaped. Porcelain veneers may also be used fix a single broken or chipped tooth, or to just tweak your smile to make it “Hollywood perfect”.

One great benefit to porcelain veneers is that they can be created and placed in two or three visits. Your first visit to our Dallas, TX Cosmetic Dental Office will consist of a consultation with you about the shape, size, and color of your desired smile. The dentist will take impressions of your teeth, and remove a small bit of enamel from the tooth surface so that the veneer will fit your teeth naturally.

When the veneers have been created, your dentist will make final adjustments to the veneer and to your teeth as necessary. The porcelain veneer will then be bonded to the surface of your tooth It may be necessary to return for a follow-up visit so that your dentist can ensure that your gums are adapting to the veneers and to confirm proper placement.

Porcelain veneers are considered to be permanent; they usually will not last a lifetime and will eventually need to be replaced. But with proper oral hygiene and routine visits to your dentist, porcelain veneers can last for as long as 15 years.