What is the procedure for getting a veneer?

1. First, the dentist examines your teeth to make sure that you are a good candidate for veneers. X-rays and impressions of your teeth can be taken depending on the case and your dental records. 
2. A model of the veneer is made using CEREC® CAM/CAD technology.
3. To put on the veneer, enamel is removed from the tooth's surface. Usually only about 1/2 a millimeter is removed.

   

4. When the veneer comes in from the lab, the dentist will try it out on your tooth to make sure it looks and feels natural.
5. A cement is placed on the veneer, which is then attached to the tooth. A light beam that is applied to the veneer helps the cement dry quickly.
6. Excess cement is removed and the dentist evaluates your bite to make sure that the tooth functions normally.

Advantages of veneers

• They provide a natural tooth appearance
• Gum tissue responds well to porcelain
• Veneers are stain-resistant
• They are a less invasive approach to changing the color and shape of a tooth
• Veneers are great when you only want to cover the front surface of the tooth. However, crowns are better for all-around coverage.

Tips to help your veneers last longer

• Don’t chew on hard objects.
• Never use your teeth to open packaging or condiment packages.
• Try not to chew with your front teeth. Eat harder foods with your back teeth only. Cut up hard foods before you bite into them.
• If you grind or clench your teeth at night, get a splint or retainer to protect your veneers.
• Wear a mouthguard when playing sports.

Contact Dousman Family Dentistry for veneers that look and feel like real teeth - whether you live in Delafield, Dousman, Mukwonago, Hartland, or beyond.