Good home care is imperative for healthy teeth, but even with good brushing and flossing, you may end up with a smile that doesn't look its best. Chipped, misshapen, or discolored teeth may be detracting from your smile, but all of these can be remedied with porcelain veneers.

What Makes Veneers Different?

While crowns go all the way over your tooth, veneers are thin shells that go just on the front of your tooth. Veneers are custom-made to fit your teeth. At WestLake Dental Care, we offer veneers made from porcelain or composite resin. Both materials will help resolve any aesthetic issues with your teeth, but they do have different benefits.

Why Get Porcelain Veneers?

1. Match Your Teeth Better. The color and shine of a porcelain veneer mimic the look of a natural tooth better than resin, making porcelain the more discreet option.
2. Less Staining. Porcelain veneers are more wear-resistant and stain-resistant than composite resin veneers.
3. Preserve More of Your Tooth. To apply a veneer, your dentist has to remove a thin layer of your tooth. For a crown, more of your tooth has to be removed before application.
4. Last Longer. Porcelain veneers last up to 20 years, while composite resin veneers only last 7 years.

How to Get Porcelain Veneers

At your first appointment, your dentist will evaluate your mouth to make sure you are a good candidate for veneers. If you are, your veneer treatment plan will be discussed. To get the best bond between the veneer and your tooth, the dentist will remove a thin layer of your tooth. Impressions of your mouth will be sent to the lab for your veneers to be made, and when they arrive, your dentist will adhere them to your teeth.

Call for Your Consultation Today

At WestLake Dental Care, we want you to have all the information you need to take care of your smile. Contact us to learn more about your cosmetic dentistry options.