Not everyone naturally has a Hollywood-perfect smile. In fact, very few people do. If you don't love the way your teeth look, you're not alone. Many people feel the same way you do and choose to change this by getting veneers. Finally, you no longer need to hide your smile because of gaps, chips, stains, or misshapen teeth. With veneers, you can easily correct your teeth’s imperfections to help you have a more confident, beautiful smile.

Before you undergo any type of procedure that changes your appearance, you no doubt have a lot of questions. These are some of the most common that are frequently asked by patients of a clinic that does this procedure along with other types of family dental in Houston:

"What exactly are veneers?"

Veneers are thin, custom-made "shells" created from tooth-colored materials designed to cover the front side of your teeth. They're often made from porcelain. To prepare for veneers, your doctor will create a unique model of your teeth. This model is sent to a dental technician who creates your veneers. Before placing your new veneer, your doctor may need to conservatively prepare your tooth to achieve the desired aesthetic result. Essentially, your dental team is building you a new tooth or teeth that looks absolutely perfect.

"Do I need veneers?"

Veneers are often used to fix teeth that are discolored, teeth that are worn down, teeth that are chipped or broken, teeth that are misaligned, uneven, or irregularly shaped, or teeth with gaps between them. If you have smoked for many years or fell and chipped your two front teeth, the answer is probably yes. These are both common reasons to have your smile fixed with porcelain veneers.

"Will my veneers look fake?"

No! Veneers are natural in appearance and are a perfect option for patients wanting to make minor adjustments to the look and feel of their smile. When placed, you’ll be pleased to see that veneers look the way you wish your natural teeth look.

"Will I need to care for them differently than my regular teeth?"

You will brush your new veneers just like your natural teeth, with a toothbrush and toothpaste. While these porcelain veneers are stain resistant, your dentist may recommend that you avoid coffee, tea, red wine, and tobacco to maintain the beauty of your new smile. You'd hate to finally get a great smile and have it discolored after only a few years!

"Will it all be completed in one trip?"

Typically, no. Getting a dental veneer usually requires three trips to the dentist that handles family dental in Houston. The first one is for a consultation and then you will need two to make and apply the veneers. You're anxious to have a better smile, but you don't want to rush it. This means having the entire procedure done correctly.

If you have any further questions, be sure to call your dentist and ask. They'll be happy to speak to you about veneers!