Porcelain/Ceramic Veneers

What You Need to Know About Getting Dental Veneers

Look around any busy shop or restaurant in Glen Allen or Glen Allen, Virginia and you will see dozens of pretty smiles. Some really stand out though. In many cases, those exceptional smiles are enhanced with veneers. Is this treatment a solution for your concerns? Dr. Olivia Hart answers common questions about dental veneers to help you decide.

I was growing up in the 80s in Ukraine and we didn’t have much, but we had great family values. One of those values was work-life balance. We had time for conversation and that’s how I practice my dentistry. I sit down and have the conversation with the patients. I spent lots of time with them. The other part of our value was healthy lifestyle. And healthy lifestyle meant healthy food. We would go to the market and we would pick up the vegetables, grow naturally, walk outside. We would have regular physical activity. That’s what I wanted to do through the life. I wanted to help people to have that balance, to have that health and happiness in the life. In Virginia Biological Dentistry, we recognize oral health being an indicator of overall health. And it’s not just about changing the smile or fixing the tooth. It’s about improving the quality of life, improving the longevity of life. We are also very open-minded. Patients know their body the best. We always listen. We love our patients and we love what we do.

What are veneers?

A veneer is a precisely crafted shell of strong ceramic material. It is contoured to fit over the front of a tooth, covering the edge and wrapping slightly at the sides. Veneers are cemented in place to improve the appearance of teeth that are readily visible when you speak or smile. Usually this involves two to eight upper front teeth. However, just one tooth may be treated, and teeth in the lower arch can also be veneered.

Are dental veneers for me?

Veneers may be a good choice for:
  • Chips, cracks, pits, bumps, or grooves in tooth enamel. Veneers give a smooth, pearly finish.
  • Obstinate discoloration. Veneers hide deep stains such as from medications, or naturally dark tooth enamel.
  • Teeth with unusual shape. Veneers bring symmetry to teeth that look too short or simply have odd contours. Veneers can also be used to build up worn-down teeth. However, if you are a bruxer, you may need to wear a night guard to reduce risk of further damage.
  • Gaps between teeth. Veneers are placed on teeth on both sides of the space to close the gap.
  • “Instant” alignment. Veneers give the appearance of straight teeth with even spacing, without wearing braces.

how long do porcelain veneers last?

With good oral hygiene and some sensible lifestyle adjustments, veneers can help your smile look stunning for many years.

Who should i trust for new teeth veneers?

Many Glen Allen and Glen Allen cosmetic dentists provide veneers, but quality of care and outcome varies a lot. Dr. Hart knows well that attractive design of veneers requires an artistic eye and consideration of all features of the face – not just the smile.

Do you have more questions? Call Virginia Biological Dentistry at (804) 381-6238 or email at info@virginiabiologicaldentistry.com to schedule a veneers consultation in Glen Allen, VA.

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