What can I expect from cosmetic porcelain veneers?

At StarBrite Dental, porcelain veneers are commonly requested by our patients who want to quickly address an imperfection in their smiles. These thin facings are fabricated for the patient and bonded over the front portion of the tooth. Patients in Dublin, California, may approach Drs. Munira Lokhandwala, Maryum Tariq, and Richard Yai to find out if they can benefit from veneers to cover certain imperfections, including:

• Gapped teeth
• Chipped/cracked teeth
• Misaligned teeth
• Unusually shaped teeth
• Permanently stained teeth

What can I expect from the process of creating and placing porcelain veneers?

Veneers can take a few weeks from start to finish to complete. We start by consulting with you to decide if veneers are the best choice for you. Our dentists may also recommend alternative treatments if you are better suited for them. If you choose to have veneers placed, preparations begin with the filing down of the front of the tooth. This roughens the surface and removes enamel, so the final veneer does not add extra bulk to the smile. 

PORCELAIN VENEERS BEFORE AND AFTER RESULT OF A SATISFIED PATIENT

Impressions are made and sent to an outside ceramist with instructions for the final color, size, and shape of the finished veneer to ensure a natural appearance when completed. Patients may have a temporary veneer bonded onto the tooth until the final one arrives within a few weeks. The final restoration is then bonded directly onto the tooth, and patients can enjoy the coverage of their veneers for many, many years!

How do I care for a porcelain veneer?

Veneers should be treated just like natural teeth with daily brushing and flossing. Patients also need to see our dentists in Dublin, California, at least every six months to ensure decay and disease are not developing. Teeth with porcelain veneers in place are still susceptible to decay and disease as the back of the tooth is still visible. With routine evaluations, cleanings, and x-rays, our professionals can monitor for changes in the natural tooth underneath the veneer.

Who can I call to learn more about veneers?

Drs. Munira Lokhandwala, Maryum Tariq, and Richard Yai in Dublin, CA, can be reached by phone at (925) 828-0252 to request an appointment.

They proudly serve patients in San Ramon, Pleasanton, Fairview, and Livermore, California.

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