How are porcelain dental veneers used to enhance the smile’s appearance?
Porcelain veneers are one of several aesthetic treatments available with Drs. Colby Eckland and Lee Zamos of Redmond Smiles in Redmond, Washington. They are a popular option for patients looking to quickly and effectively transform the overall appearance of their smile. When considering veneers, our team will evaluate a patient’s smile to decide if this is the best solution for their cosmetic needs. Let’s look closely at porcelain dental veneers and how these facings can completely transform a patient’s smile- or make subtle positive changes!
What are dental veneers?
Our team at Redmond Smiles describes a dental veneer as a custom-made, ultra-thin porcelain shell bonded to the front of a patient’s teeth. These shells are designed to improve the color, shape, and overall appearance of a patient’s smile. They are commonly used to fix issues such as discoloration, chips, cracks, gaps between teeth, and even crooked or misshapen teeth.
How do porcelain veneers work to cover the imperfections of the smile?
Porcelain veneers can completely transform a patient’s smile by covering imperfections on their teeth. The process begins with a consultation, during which our team of dedicated dental professionals assesses a patient’s smile and determines if veneers are the right solution for them. If veneers are determined to be a good option, our dentists take impressions of the patient’s teeth. This ensures that the veneers are precisely fitted. These veneers are bonded to the front of the patient’s teeth, covering imperfections and creating a beautiful, natural-looking smile.
Can porcelain veneers be used for more than just cosmetic purposes?
In addition to addressing cosmetic concerns near the front of the smile, dental veneers can also have functional benefits. For example, they can help strengthen and protect damaged or weakened teeth by acting as a protective layer. They also improve the overall alignment of a patient’s bite, making it easier for them to chew and speak properly. During your consultation visit, we can help you decide on using this or other restorations to achieve a beautiful smile for life!
Who can I contact to learn more about the advantages of using veneers in the smile?
Dental restorations such as porcelain veneers are just one of several options our patients can choose from at our office. If you consider addressing anterior teeth with chips, cracks, staining, or gaps, veneers might be a smart choice for your smile! To schedule a future appointment, please call our office at (425) 584-1192. We are easily accessible at 15965 NE 85th Street, Suite #201. We are currently open for new and established patients and local families in and around the community of Redmond, Washington, and we look forward to meeting you!
Veneers Before & After Results
After years of wear on her front teeth, our client decided to pursue orthodontic treatment to correct her bite. This created spaces upfront that Dr Colby was able to fill with direct bonding veneers. Now our client is thrilled and can not stop smiling!
After years of clenching and TMJ pain, our client pursued orthodontic treatment. Now that she is pain free, we collaborated with our client to create whiter teeth that filled in the spaces. Direct bonding veneers were used and she left that day with a new smile.
This gentleman completed orthodontics and was looking to restore his smile. Dr Colby worked on a smile design with him and created a dream smile using 3D scanning and printing technology. First we used KOR whitening to brighten his smile, then we discussed options such as porcelain veneers or direct bonding veneers. We decided to use direct bonding as to avoid tooth structure removal and were able to complete his new smile in one day!
