You want a major smile transformation, and you just don’t have time for multiple cosmetic treatments. Porcelain veneers in Williamstown can give you a smile do-over in just two visits to iSmile Dental Arts. Interested? We thought you might be. Dr. Wael M. Kassem has listed five things you should know about porcelain veneers.
#1: Porcelain Doesn’t Stain
Dental veneers are wafer-thin coverings that are affixed to the front surface of the teeth that show when you smile. This cosmetic treatment can remake the size, shape, color, and overall appearance of imperfect crowns. And one of the best things about porcelain veneers? The fact that they are made of porcelain, a sturdy material that doesn’t stain at the same rate as natural tooth enamel. Feel free to toast with red wine and wake up with a strong cup of joe. Your porcelain veneers will stay the same beautiful shade of white from day one, for years to come.
#2: They’re Totally Customizable
Not everyone wants a Regis Philbin, celebrity white smile — and we know that. Fortunately, porcelain veneers are highly customizable, to help you achieve the precise look you have always dreamed of. Teeth typically look best when they are the as bright as the whites of your eyes. We can provide helpful tips for what will look best on your smile, but all decisions are ultimately up to you.
#3: Veneers Take A Few Weeks
The procedure for dental veneers is quick considering the transformative results it produces, but it’s not instant. Once you decide that dental veneers are the best solution for your smile, you can expect the treatment to take two to three visits to Dr. Kassem’s office. The first appointment is for putting together your treatment plan, or deciding what look will suit you best. You and Dr. Kassem will discuss your smile goals, and based on your facial structure, coloring, and personal desires, he will determine the size, shape, and color of veneer is best for you. Your smile information is sent off to our trusted lab, where your veneers are manufactured and shipped back to our office one to two weeks later.
#4: Veneers Don’t Hurt
Many patients are reluctant to undergo the cosmetic procedures they want and need due to their fear of the dentist. But guess what? Local anesthesia allows us to prepare for and place your dental veneers with absolutely zero discomfort. So do porcelain veneers hurt? Not in the least.
#5: You’ll Need Temporary Veneers in the Meantime
In the time between your initial visit and the final placement of your porcelain veneers, you’ll need to wear temporary veneers to cover up your newly-prepared teeth. Preparation for dental veneers requires the removal of a small amount of tooth enamel — just about the width of a contact lens. Once this enamel has been removed, you’ll always need something covering the surface of the tooth.
Are you interested in learning more about dental veneers? Most adult patients are good candidates for the procedure. Contact Dr. Kassem’s office and schedule an appointment to discuss your cosmetic treatment today! We can’t wait to show you how fantastic your smile can look.
