Archive for category General Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry Veneers, Explained
Posted by Shannon Dunlevy in Cosmetic Veneers, General Cosmetic Dentistry on August 14, 2009
A person will normally seek out cosmetic dentistry veneers in order to improve the confidence of their smile. There are many factors as to why teeth become discolored and damaged, in most cases it is of no fault or neglect, just environmental issues (a list is provided below). The problems that arise from having a poor smile or discolored teeth are more serious than most people realize, in that a person with this condition will usually feels less socially confident, they will take care to avoid social situations that would otherwise be enjoyable, they can even suffer professionally from avoiding jobs that require bright lights and substantial human contact.
One very significant side effect, noticed from people with problem smiles, is a decreased instance of normal and comfortable eye contact, and this can lead to other socially akward situations and sometimes even phobias. While this sounds horrible, all of these problems can be solved through cosmetic bonding, or cosmetic veneers.
Cosmetic veneers are an expensive prospect, bonding being the cheaper alternative. However cost is something to consider over a long term “value for your money” case. Bonding is known to last only 5 to 10 years whereas a cosmetic veneer will normally last 20 years or more. In effect this means that any short term cost savings by opting for bonding is usually offset by the future expenses of many corrective procedures.
Veneers, Bonding, and More – How a Cosmetic Dentist Repairs Misshaped Teeth
Posted by Shannon Dunlevy in Cosmetic Veneers, General Cosmetic Dentistry on August 8, 2009
A cosmetic dentist has several treatment options for a misshaped or damaged tooth, which easily distracts from an otherwise perfect smile. Veneers, bonding, and crowns all work to adequately repair this problem. However, not all three work in every instance. Your dental professional will take several factors into account before making a recommendation to ensure you get the long-lasting results you need.
Veneers
Veneers slip over a damaged tooth to hide its imperfections and attempt to protect it from further damage. The cosmetic dentist will make a mold of the damaged tooth. This mold then goes to a special laboratory where technicians use porcelain to form the needed veneers. During the second visit, the dental expert roughens the enamel of the damaged tooth, applies cement, and slips the ‘cover’ over.
A composite resin version is also available, but doesn’t offer quite the same benefits as its alternative. Porcelain versions are highly durable and have a long life span that often works out to fifteen to twenty years. This material also happens to be one of the most natural treatments available on the market today.
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Name: Shannon
Bio: I'm a graduate student and part time model and come from a dentist family. My father and both brothers are dentists, and my mother is a hygienist. I've also once worked as a hygienist in my Dads dental practice, but now I'm in my third year at the University in Scotland, on the way to becoming a Dentist, specializing in cosmetic procedures. One could say career is all in the genes I guess. :)
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