Porcelain Veneers
WHAT ARE DENTAL VENEERS?
A dental veneer is a thin layer of synthetic material (porcelain or composite) that is bonded to the tooth’s surface. Veneers are a great alternative to otherwise painful dental procedures to improve the appearance of your smile.
Common problems that Veneers will address:
- Spaces between the teeth
- Broken or chipped teeth
- Permanently stained or discolored teeth
- Crooked or misshapen teeth
Veneers are often referred to “Instant Orthodontics”. A substantial aesthetic effect can be obtained with a veneer and minimal tooth preparation is required.
APPLYING VENEERS
Veneers are applied to the teeth in 2 visits to the dentist:
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We invite you to visit our dental office where you will receive a gently, compassionate care from Dr. Shannon and his staff
| Mon | 8:00AM – 5:00PM |
| Tues | 8:00AM – 5:00PM |
| Wed | 8:00AM – 5:00PM |
| Thurs | 7:00AM – 3:00PM |
| Fri | Closed |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun | Closed |
- Visit # 1 Veneer Preparation: The teeth are prepared by removing 0.3 to 0.5 mm of enamel (the thickness of a fingernail) to allow room for the veneer layer. An impression of the teeth is taken and sent to the specialized dental laboratory that will create the veneers.
- Visit #2 Veneer Bonding: Bonding involves all the steps that permanently attach the veneer to the tooth. After a cleaning of the tooth, the veneer is bonded to the tooth with a special dental cement. This dental cement is then hardened with a blue curing light.
Once bonded, porcelain veneers are as strong as the original tooth.
- 13354 Coursey BLVD. Baton Rouge, LA 70816
- (225) 752-8348
- Fax: (225) 752-8352
- shannon.kelli@rocketmail.com
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At Shannon family dentistry we are a health centered, relationship based dental practice. We invite you to visit our dentist office where you will receive gentle, compassionate care from Dr. Shannon and his staff.
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