What can I expect from the placement of porcelain veneers on my teeth?

At StarBrite Dental, expert dentists, Drs. Munira Lokhandwala and Maryum Tariq offer a range of restorative treatments, including porcelain veneers for the teeth. For those living in Dublin, California, or nearby, we invite you to learn more about this aesthetic solution for a stunning smile makeover. The veneer process is seamless and usually completed within a few weeks, effectively covering dental imperfections.

What can I expect during the process of getting porcelain veneers on teeth?

A dentist like Dr. Munira Lokhandwala, who specializes in veneers, follows a series of steps to transform your smile using porcelain veneers from inception to completion. Let’s delve into these steps so you can fully understand how your smile can transform from dull to dazzling!

• The first step is initial consultation: Our seasoned dentists at StarBrite Dental thoroughly assess your dental health to ascertain if the veneer restoration procedure is perfectly suitable for you. This consultation involves an open discussion about various alternatives, like over-the-counter teeth whitening products, orthodontic procedures, and dental bonding, so you are well-informed and can choose the most suitable treatment for your requirements.
• The second step is preparation: After agreeing to proceed with porcelain veneers as your solution for smile enhancement, your dental team prepares your natural teeth for the process. This entails filing down the enamel slightly to create a rough surface for improved bonding. Slimming down the tooth’s front surface ensures that the new restorations do not appear excessively bulky.

• The third step is impressions: Once your tooth or teeth are fully prepared, we move on to the process of taking impressions. These serve as a mold for your natural teeth. These impressions are dispatched to a skilled ceramist at a dental laboratory with all the necessary details relating to your teeth, including color, for an impeccable match. To protect your tooth during the interim, a provisional veneer is bonded after these preparations, usually pending the return of the veneers within a week or two.
• The fourth step is placement: As soon as the porcelain veneers are delivered to our facility from the laboratory, you then return for a visit to our practice for the final placement. This involves removing the temporary veneers and the installation of the final restoration using dental cement that ensures a strong bond. The veneer remains firmly in place, even with the usual forces of biting and chewing daily. 

Where can I schedule an appointment to discuss veneers as an option for my smile?

Here at StarBrite Dental, we are confident that anyone can elevate their look with a radiant smile, and you might be the perfect candidate for porcelain veneers. Would you like to discuss this further? Dial (925) 828-0252 to book an appointment with our dentists. We are located at 7197 Village Parkway, Suite B, Dublin, California.

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