Dental Veneers in Tulsa, OK

Why You May Want Dental Veneers

Veneers can be an excellent option for improving your smile. If you have a chipped tooth or want to close any gaps between your teeth, veneers can be a good choice. Here at Casler Dental Group, our dentist, Dr. Conrad C. Casler, DDS, would be happy to help you.

What Are Dental Veneers?

Veneers are made from thin covers that are attached to the visible part of the teeth to give them a natural look. They can help you disguise a number of flaws. These can include stained teeth that cannot be improved with bleaching as well as chipped or crooked teeth. Veneers can also address large gaps between teeth. Veneers are usually made from porcelain or composite resin. Both types of veneers come with their own benefits.

Porcelain veneers are known to be strong and durable. They look natural. Porcelain veneers do not require removing as much tooth enamel as would be required to place a cap or crown. They are not easy to stain.

Preparing Dental Veneers

In order to attach the porcelain to the veneers, the teeth must first be prepared. This involves removing a little bit of enamel from the front as well as the sides of the teeth. This is an important step in helping your teeth look natural once you have the veneers.

A mold will be made of your prepared teeth. Then, a shade will be selected to create a good match for your teeth. A dental lab will make porcelain veneers from the mold. This will take some time. In the meantime, you will get temporary veneers to wear.

Filling material is used to make composite resin veneers. The color of the material is similar to that of natural teeth. While the teeth are being prepared, less enamel is removed than with porcelain veneers. These veneers can be installed during one visit. They are also less expensive than porcelain veneers. Although they are not as strong as porcelain veneers, composite resin veneers are easy to fix.

Once the teeth have been prepared, the composite material will be bonded and sculpted with a color that matches your teeth. A light is used to bond the resin to your teeth by hardening it. In the end, they should look very natural.

Once the veneers are ready, they will be fitted on your teeth to make sure they fit correctly and look great. Once they have been adjusted, your teeth will be cleaned, and the veneers will be attached to the teeth.

Precautions for Dental Veneers

You have to have healthy teeth and gums to be a good candidate for veneers. If you have any decay, it needs to be addressed before adding the veneers. If you are someone who grinds your teeth when you sleep, it can chip the veneers. A plastic dental night guard can help with this. Over time, veneers can become loose. So, you may have to have new veneers put in eventually.

Avoid chewing on hard objects like ice to avoid chipping on your veneers. It will take some time to get used to the veneers. Make sure you practice dental hygiene by brushing and flossing twice every day. This is so that you do not develop cavities around your veneers.

How to Make an Appointment for Dental Veneers Near Me

Dental veneers are a wonderful option for improving your smile. There is a process involved, but once they are installed, the results will be worth the effort. Contact us at Casler Dental Group in Tulsa, OK to make an appointment. We're ready to help you improve your smile.