At Artistic Dentistry, watching patients see their brilliant new smile for the first time is the highlight of our days. Veneers, sometimes called instant orthodontics, can dramatically transform a smile. A set of veneers can correct chips, stains, and even deeply discolored teeth. They can also alter the length and size of teeth or give the appearance of a straighter-looking tooth. While it may sound dramatic, it isn’t. Veneers provide a highly conservative approach to aesthetic smile makeovers.
Veneers are one of dentistry’s ultimate combinations of art and science. They are handcrafted and customized to fit your smile—these paper-thin pieces of porcelain bond to the outside of your natural teeth. But just because they’re thin, don’t be fooled. Veneers are highly versatile and can replicate a natural tooth’s complex nuances.
Good Planning Paves the Way
Much diagnostic work and careful planning goes into a treatment plan for your new veneers. This includes models, photographs, and digital X-rays. These factors allow Dr. Nimri and Dr. Saab to create a perfect blueprint to guide your treatment from start to finish. Like all successful projects, this planning can’t be compromised. Dr. Nimri and Dr. Saab will consider your input and incorporate your desires into your case, from color and shape to everything in between.
The Next Step
Once Drs. Nimri and Saab plan your case; it will take around two appointments before you leave with a stunning new smile. At the first visit, teeth are gently prepared to allow space for the ultra-thin porcelain to be crafted by a master lab technician.
Dr. Nimri and Dr. Saab will create temporary acrylic restorations that mimic the veneers, which you’ll wear for up to three weeks. These temporaries preview the general appearance of your new smile and let you try it out to see if any further changes are needed.
Delivering the Magic
After your veneers have been masterfully crafted, you’ll return for a second appointment. Dr. Nimri and Dr. Saab will try each veneer and evaluate the appearance and fit, allowing you to preview the new look. They will go through several steps to precisely bond the thin veneers to the surface of your teeth. This will create a powerful bond between tooth and porcelain. Minor adjustments to your bite may be required, depending on your case. We’ll provide you with a final polish that will leave you with a smile, making you wonder why you waited so long to find Artistic Dentistry.
