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If you’re ready to stop feeling insecure about your smile, porcelain veneers in Tyler can be the answer for you. The thin shells are bonded to the front surfaces of your teeth to transform their appearance. You’ll enjoy a drastic improvement to your smile, but how many veneers will it take? Here’s what you need to know to determine the number of veneers you’ll need to achieve your picture-perfect smile.
How Can Porcelain Veneers Help Me?
Veneers are a popular cosmetic treatment because they can resolve several issues using one procedure. Custom-made thin shells are bonded to the front surfaces of your teeth to instantly improve their color, size, shape, and proportion. This makes them very versatile, allowing them to correct a variety of imperfections, including:
- Dark tooth discoloration
- Chips or cracks
- Shorter than average teeth
- Abnormally shaped teeth
- Gaps
- Minor alignment issues
Porcelain closely mimics your enamel, so your results will look natural. With the right aftercare, your new smile can last for a decade or longer before needing to be replaced.
How Many Porcelain Veneers Will I Need?
A veneer can be used on a single tooth or multiple teeth. The number you’ll require varies based on your aesthetic goals and the complexity of your case. Your cosmetic dentist in Tyler will perform a thorough consultation and discuss the results you want to achieve to determine how many veneers you’ll need. Most dentists recommend you bond them to the front 2, 4, or 8 teeth.
What Can I Expect During the Treatment?
On average, you can expect the transformation process to take 2 appointments. During your first visit, your teeth are cleaned and prepared for bonding. A small amount of enamel is removed to ensure the veneers will sit flush on your teeth. Since veneers are now made of porcelain, less enamel is taken off. This makes the procedure less invasive by keeping more of your natural tooth intact. You may not even need an anesthetic.
After your teeth are prepared, your dentist will take an impression of your mouth to design your veneers. They are carefully crafted from all-ceramic material to meet your exact needs. This can take a couple of weeks, so your dentist may attach temporary veneers while you wait. Once your final veneers are ready, you’ll return to your dental office to have them bonded to your teeth
Transform Your Smile Today!
If you’re ready to get the smile you’ve always wanted, porcelain veneers can help. Your dentist will perform a thorough consultation to create the personalized treatment plan you need to reach your goals.
About Dr. Franklin-Pitts
Dr. Franklin-Pitts earned her dental degree at the Howard University in Washington D.C. She is also a member of various dental organizations, including the American Dental Association and the Smith County Dental Society. Dr. Franklin-Pitts regularly continues her training to remain well-versed in the latest procedures, including specialty treatments. If you’re interested in cosmetic dentistry, she can help. Contact our office today to schedule your consultation.