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A number of cosmetic dental procedures are available today. Porcelain veneers are one such excellent option to correct a number of dental flaws such as chipped or broken teeth, gaps, minor alignment problems and discolored teeth. Dental veneers are affordable and at the same time are very effective in restoring the normal appearance of your smile. In fact, you can get a beautiful and impressive smile and completely change the appearance of your face by using porcelain veneers.
In recent years, many developments have been made in the field of cosmetic dentistry. Many new surgical techniques have become available and at the same time newer and better materials have also been discovered. These materials are not only biologically compatible, but also highly effective and durable. These developments have made a number of options available to patients today. Dental veneers are one such option which has come about as a result of years of research.
Porcelain is the material of choice to manufacture dental veneers. This is because the optical properties of porcelain are very similar to that of enamel - the layer which covers and protects the teeth. Both porcelain and enamel are slightly translucent which makes porcelain veneers look identical to normal teeth and very difficult to distinguish.
There are different types of dental veneers. The price of each will depend on the quality of material used. A good alternative to traditional porcelain veneers are Lumineers. These are made from a special type of porcelain called Cerinate. When compared to traditional veneers, Lumineers are not only cheaper but also easier to place. Thus, sometimes it is better to opt for Lumineers instead of traditional veneers.
The procedure to place porcelain veneers is very simple. However, it takes an experienced cosmetic dentist to get everything right. The process begins with teeth preparation. A thin layer of enamel is removed from your teeth surface and temporary veneers are placed. In the meantime, permanent veneers are fabricated a dental laboratory using impressions of your teeth. These are then placed over the teeth after removing the temporary veneers.
Porcelain veneers can cost anywhere from $750-1500 per tooth. Additional costs may include dentist fees, screening costs, etc. Though comparatively costly, veneers are very advantageous and so provide effective results.
