Your smile is essential for both your confidence and oral well-being. If damaged or uneven teeth are keeping you from smiling freely, there's a solution. At Garden Oaks Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, our dental team specializes in using porcelain veneers to enhance the look and function of your teeth conveniently.
Discover below how porcelain veneers can boost your confidence and improve your eating and speaking abilities. Dr. Patrick Ruehle and our skilled dental team are here to assist patients in the Robinson Oaks and Corinth, TX areas. Ready to transform your smile? Call our Denton office at (940) 566-4888 to schedule your appointment.
Porcelain veneers are thin, custom-made shells crafted from high-quality dental porcelain. These cosmetic dental restorations are designed to cover the front surface of the teeth, providing a versatile solution for various cosmetic and functional dental concerns. The primary objective of porcelain veneers is to enhance the appearance of natural teeth, addressing imperfections such as discoloration, chips, misalignments, and irregularities in shape.
Whether you’re covering a single tooth or an entire arch, our porcelain veneers can renew your confidence and give you something to smile about. Millions of people get porcelain veneers yearly because they’re a convenient, high-quality solution. Veneers offer many benefits and installation can be completed in just two appointments.
Our veneers in Denton stand out as an exceptional cosmetic dental option, providing patients with a range of benefits unmatched by alternative restorative treatments. Beyond their inherent convenience, veneers offer the following advantages:
We recommend porcelain veneers to patients looking to cover their teeth’s cosmetic issues. If you suffer from one of the following dental problems, then our traditional porcelain veneers are likely an ideal restorative option for you:
At our Denton, TX, office, Dr. Ruehle and our skilled team kickstart the porcelain veneers process with a comprehensive initial consultation. This involves a thorough examination of your teeth to assess whether porcelain veneers align with your unique dental needs.
Open communication is fundamental during this phase, allowing you to express your desired outcomes while Dr. Ruehle provides insights into achievable results. This collaborative dialogue not only manages expectations but ensures you’re well-informed about the potential transformations the porcelain veneer procedure can bring.
Before applying porcelain veneers, a minimal amount of tooth reduction is often necessary. This process involves removing a small part of the tooth's enamel to make room for the veneers. Dr. Ruehle and the team will clean your teeth and match the shade of your custom veneers to your existing teeth to ensure a perfect blend. He may place temporary dental veneers to protect the prepared teeth while the final restorations are being crafted
After the tooth preparation, we’ll take precise impressions of the prepared teeth, often using advanced digital technology. These impressions guide the fabrication of custom porcelain veneers. Additionally, you and your dentist collaborate on selecting the appropriate shade for the veneers to ensure a natural and harmonious appearance.
Once we receive your veneers, we’ll have you return to our Denton office to finish the last part of the veneer process. We’ll remove the temporary veneers and clean your tooth. We’ll then prepare the tooth surfaces for bonding by etching, which enhances the adhesion of the veneers. Dr. Ruehle will bond the custom veneers to the front surfaces of the teeth using a strong adhesive. This step is crucial for the longevity and stability of the veneers.
After bonding, your cosmetic dentist will evaluate your bite to ensure proper alignment and function. Any necessary adjustments are made to guarantee the bite is comfortable and natural. Final checks involve a thorough assessment of occlusion to confirm the success of the procedure.
After the initial placement of your porcelain veneers, Dr. Ruehle prioritizes your ongoing oral health by scheduling a follow-up appointment at our practice a few weeks later. During this visit, we assess the condition of your veneers, ensuring they function optimally and maintain their pristine appearance. To maximize the longevity of your veneers, adopting a care routine akin to that for your natural teeth is imperative.
Receiving porcelain veneers is painless since the procedure itself is minimally-invasive. To ensure you won’t feel any pain or discomfort, your dentist can administer a local anesthetic beforehand. While it’s normal to feel some mild sensitivity right after treatment, this usually fades within only a few hours and is easily manageable with pain medication or an ice pack.
Porcelain veneers can typically last for 15 years with proper care. This includes brushing your teeth twice a day and flossing at least once a day. It’s important to also schedule bi-annual visits at your dentist’s office so your cosmetic dentist can examine your veneers, and see if there are any issues. To help them last even longer, avoid damaging habits such as biting your fingernails or chewing on ice.
If your veneers get damaged or fall out, we recommend keeping the tooth clean and calling your dentist’s office right away. Don’t attempt to fix the veneer yourself, as this may lead to further damage. Your cosmetic dentist will examine your teeth’s health and have a replacement veneer created so you can go back to smiling with confidence.
Most dental insurance companies don’t cover the cost of porcelain veneers since it’s considered a cosmetic procedure. However, most dental practice recommends contacting your dental insurance company provider anyway to get an accurate understanding of your policy and benefits.
A stunning smile can boost your confidence and improve your quality of life. If dental imperfections are causing you to hide your smile in public, porcelain veneers can help you get back to living and feeling your best. Our resident cosmetic dentist, Dr. Ruehle, and our experienced team will help you achieve your dream smile.
Schedule a consultation today by calling our Denton, TX office at (940) 566-4888 or by filling out our convenient online contact form. Our practice proudly serves patients residing in the Robinson Oaks and Corinth, TX areas.
