What Is the Dental Restoration Process for Veneers?

The dental restoration process for dental veneers is not as scary as many patients may anticipate before treatment. Those who are concerned about the invasiveness or length of time of dental veneers restoration can benefit by learning the more common steps involved in the treatment process. 

Reviewing the dental veneers process

One of the more common types of dental restoration for chips, cracks, and gaps in teeth are dental veneers. Veneers are thin porcelain layers that are placed over the visible surface of front teeth. The following is a general four-step process for dental veneers. Keep in mind, each general dentist may have a different placement process. 

Teeth evaluation

The first step in the dental veneers process is the initial visit to the dentist and their team. On the first visit, they will look closely at the patient’s oral health, particularly at the cosmetic appearance that the patient is concerned about. 

They can then discuss with the patient how dental veneers will help so that the patient has a realistic expectation of what they might get out of treatment. Several of the more common reasons patients seek veneers as their dental restoration is to improve the shade of stained teeth, fix chips and cracks, fill in gaps, or make uneven teeth appear straighter. 

Preparing the teeth

The dental restoration process can officially begin with tooth preparation. The veneer is very thin, but it still adds a layer on to the tooth. To ensure the look is natural and the fit is comfortable and secure, the dentist may need to remove a small amount of dental enamel. After the tooth is prepared, the dentist will take an impression of the tooth. The impression ensures the veneer is properly sized. 

Creating the veneers

As mentioned, the dental impression is taken after tooth preparation. Additionally, color shade is picked for the dental veneer so that it matches the shade of the other teeth. The impression is then sent to the lab and is used to customize the dental veneer. The process can take several weeks, during which the dentist may place a temporary dental restoration. Once the veneer is created, it is sent to the dentist and ready for placement. 

Dental veneers placement

The last step in the process is the actual placement of the dental veneer. This process involves placing the veneer on the tooth to ensure it fits properly, along with ensuring it is the proper shade. The dentist can then bond the veneer into place with a special dental bonding agent. This is a minimally invasive process that causes little to no discomfort, although there will be an adjustment period to get used to the fit of the dental restoration. 

Talk to a dentist about dental restoration

We pride ourselves in helping our dental restoration patients who choose veneers through each step of the treatment process. If you would like to learn more about dental veneers, then we encourage you to get in touch today and schedule a convenient time to visit with our friendly staff. 

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