Dental veneers are tooth-colored shells made from either dental-grade ceramic or composite resin bonded to the front surface of the teeth. They are mainly used for fixing cosmetic dental issues like tooth cracks, chips, gaps, extreme discoloration, wear, etc.
Dr. Tilden at Tilden Dental Group in Chicago, Illinois, recommends veneers for their convenience and their immediate results. Read on to find out more about the benefits of veneers.
What Are the Advantages of Choosing Veneers?
- Getting dental veneers is simple and quick and the results are immediate. The entire procedure can be completed in just two dental visits.
- Veneers are highly versatile and can fix both cosmetic and structural concerns.
- Veneers are made from tooth-colored materials and look and feel very natural.
- Veneers are highly durable despite their thin structure. They last for several years without any hassle.
- Veneers restore the strength of weak, worn-out, or cracked teeth to keep them from being extracted.
How Are Veneers Placed on the Teeth?
At Tilden Dental Group, you only require two dental visits to get veneers. In the case of CEREC veneers, you can have them on the day of your initial consultation.
The first step to getting veneers is a consultation with Dr. Tilden during which he will diagnose your oral concerns and determine the best treatment.
Once Dr. Tilden has determined veneers are the right solution for you, he will gather the information required to fabricate the veneers. For this, we will take X-rays and make digital scans of your teeth.
Once the veneers are ready, we will schedule a follow-up appointment to place them. The surface of the tooth will be cleaned and then part of the enamel will be filed off.
Next, an etching liquid will be used to help the veneers adhere to the surface of the teeth. Once the contour and fit of the veneers are confirmed, we will bond them using dental adhesives.
Dr. Tilden will also perform a bite test to ensure the restoration isn't affecting your bite.
To find out more about the benefits of dental veneers and how they can improve your smile, contact Tilden Dental Group by calling us at (312) 664-6616, visiting us at 331 E Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60611, or schedule a consultation online.
