Our Dental Treatments
Veneers
Veneers
At Savage Smiles Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we use a variety of different dental techniques to improve your smile and make it a beautiful smile. One of the more popular dental procedures is the use of veneers. Veneers are a dental procedure in which a covering is placed over the outside (visible area) of the tooth. Veneers are usually only done to the part of the teeth that are visible when talking or smiling. The procedure can be direct or indirect.
The direct technique usually involves placing composite resin on the outside of the tooth using a bonding agent. This method is usually referred to simply as bonding.
The indirect technique usually involves two appointments because the veneers will be fabricated at a dental laboratory. At the first appointment the teeth are prepared, impressions taken, and the teeth are given a temporary covering. In two to three weeks the veneers are back from the laboratory, the temporaries are removed and the veneers are bonded to the teeth. The laboratory fabricated veneers are usually made using porcelain or pressed ceramic and are very esthetic.
The advantage of veneers versus crowns is that much less tooth material is removed, and the procedure is generally less uncomfortable. Veneers are recommended for teeth that have large fillings or little tooth structure.
At Savage Smiles, we take the extra time to insure our patients have a veneers that are matched perfectly in color and shape to the surrounding teeth to create a beautiful seemless smile. Our attention to detail is one of our core beliefs in providing our patients an outstanding dental care experience.