Steps in Getting Dental Veneers

Our North Hollywood cosmetic dentist offers dental veneers to brighten and perfect smiles. Veneers are thin layers of porcelain that cover the visible part of the tooth. These porcelain shells are designed to look just like the natural tooth and can be made in the exact shade to match the surrounding teeth for a beautiful restoration. With veneers, you can have the smile of your dreams, as they can cover a variety of flaws. Several steps are needed to complete the process.

1. Planning
This may just be the most important step in the process, because it requires your active participation. We will work together to find the things that you do not like about your smile, as well as the things you do like about it. We will also work together to design a new smile that highlights all of your best features, while covering and concealing the unwanted features.

2. Preparation
This is another big step in the process. During the preparation, we will create a wax-up of your smile so that you can have a preview of your new smile to come. We will also remove a small amount of enamel to create room for the veneers for a comfortable fit.

3. Creating the veneers
High-quality materials and an artistic eye are used to create your new veneers. We use finely milled porcelain for a vibrant, luminescent restoration. Each veneer is carefully crafted to create the best results possible.

4. Bonding
After trying your veneers on for size and appearance, we use dental cement to bond your veneers and a special light to cure the cement. Once they are in position, they can last for many years.

5. Maintaining
Good dental hygiene and careful dental habits are the best ways to maintain your veneers. Regular checkups are also very important.

Call us today to learn more or to schedule your appointment with our dental veneers dentist in North Hollywood.