8975 S. Pecos Rd. #5A Henderson, NV 89074
By Ascend Dental Studio | August 18, 2020
Porcelain veneers are custom-made thin porcelain shells bonded to the front surface of the teeth Dr. Timothy Luong uses them to help her patients improve how their smile looks. These veneers can be used during a smile makeover to fix cracks, chips, gaps, yellowing, stains, discoloration, or worn-down teeth. They are a minimally-invasive procedure that can quickly repair a smile. Patients choose veneers to address several different oral health issues at Ascend Dental Studio near Henderson, NV.
Who is a good candidate for porcelain veneers?
Dr. Timothy Luong is a doctor of dental surgery degree from the University of Tennessee who is highly trained in the diagnostics and treatment of a variety of oral health conditions. During a dental exam, she will look for any signs of tooth decay or gum disease. Ultimately, any dental issue must be fixed before getting veneers.
Dr. Timothy Luong thoroughly examines each patient to determine if they have enough tooth enamel for this cosmetic dentistry procedure. During the porcelain veneers process, a small amount of enamel is removed to help your veneers bond successfully. Her patients near Henderson, NV have used porcelain veneers to improve stains between teeth as well as the shape, width, alignment, size, or color of their teeth.
The veneers process
To prepare teeth for veneers, Dr. Timothy Luong will remove a thin layer of your tooth enamel. This is important since it makes sure that your veneers sit evenly on the front surface of your teeth and look natural. Next, she will create a physical model of your veneers based on your customizations. A digital impression is taken of your teeth and digital and physical models are sent to the lab for your veneers to be made.
After they’re ready, you will come back to our dental office to be fitted. We can make minor adjustments to make sure you have the best possible fit. After these adjustments, the veneers are bonded to your teeth to and cover stains on your natural teeth
Why veneers won’t stain like natural teeth
Your natural tooth enamel is what is responsible for absorbing the color of the food you eat. However, veneers do not become discolored over time as the material is known to deflect stains. This means that veneers allow you to have a bright and white smile for years to come.
How to clean veneers
Caring for porcelain veneers helps ensure they last a long time. While porcelain veneers don’t stain, the edges of a veneer can develop brown lines. To protect and care for your veneers, follow these tips:
- Follow an efficient oral hygiene routine: Brushing your teeth at least twice a day and flossing daily ensures that your teeth and gums stay healthy. It also helps reduce your chance of developing gum disease. Proper oral hygiene is imperative for making sure that your veneers last a long time. You should also floss normally with veneers.
- Schedule regular dental exams and dental cleanings: A dental exam and routine dental cleaning at our Henderson, NV area office allow Dr. Timothy Luong to detect any existing oral health issues quickly. This way she can repair them before they become painful or require the need for a more invasive procedure.
- Don’t chew on hard or sharp objects: Chewing on hard objects can lead to cracks or breaks in your porcelain veneers or natural teeth.
Improve how your smile looks and functions with porcelain veneers
Dr. Timothy Luong uses veneers to address different dental issues. This cosmetic dentistry procedure helps patients near Henderson, NV to change the color, length, size, shape, or width of their teeth with thin shells of porcelain. To learn more about veneers and other cosmetic dentistry procedures, call Ascend Dental Studio to schedule a consultation.
