What is a Dental Veneer?

  

A veneer is a thin shell that is made out of porcelain or ceramic. The shade of the veneer, along with its shape and size will be made to match your surrounding teeth so that it blends in perfectly.

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How is a Dental Veneer Used?

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We can accomplish a variety of things using dental veneers. By placing them on top of the teeth, we can close gaps, make teeth even in length, cover dark stains and create a uniform-looking smile. In this way, veneers can create a smile that rivals the most famous Hollywood stars. In fact, many of them have had this procedure to create the smile you see today. The nice thing is that you don’t have to be famous to improve your smile. You simply need to call 503-391-8920 and schedule an appointment to see The Team at Sunrise Emergency Dentist of Salem.

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The Procedure

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When patients visit our Sunrise Emergency Dentist of Salem, we will take an impression of their teeth so that the veneers can be created in a lab. They will be made to match the size, shape, and color of your teeth so this can take a week or more.

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In order to have dental veneers placed, The Team at Sunrise Emergency Dentist of Salem will first prepare your tooth by removing a portion of the enamel. This is necessary so that the veneer will lay flat and in line with your gum tissue. After the tooth has been prepared, a temporary veneer will be secured using removable glue. While wearing a temporary veneer, it is important to brush your teeth gently and avoid eating any foods that could push them out of place. Since it is secured by removable glue, it can be moved fairly easily.

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When your permanent veneers are ready, you will come back into our Sunrise Emergency Dentist of Salem offices so that The Team at Sunrise Emergency Dentist of Salem can remove the temporary and ensure that the new veneer is a perfect fit. It is typically attached using a water-based solution to see how it looks. If any adjustments need to be made, they will be done at this time. Otherwise, the tooth will be cleaned, and the dental veneer will be bonded to the tooth. Patients throughout Washington love how the results look. They are instant, and you can start flashing your smile right away.

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After the Procedure

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Your teeth will typically be sore for a few days after they have been prepared and after the permanent veneers are placed. During this time, you can take pain medication to help you stay comfortable. Patients throughout the 97301 area also benefit from getting rest and using a cold compress to reduce any swelling. The Team at Sunrise Emergency Dentist of Salem recommends that patients watch what they eat for a few days and stick with foods that are soft. While there is a short recovery time when getting veneers, the procedure is entirely worth it because, in the end, you will have a beautiful smile.

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Benefits of Dental Veneers

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Patients throughout the Salem, OR area love how veneers make their teeth look. This procedure is an excellent solution because veneers can be used to transform your smile into one that looks perfect and beautiful. It does so, while still using your natural teeth, so there is no need for surgery, and the recovery time is reduced. Since the veneers are made to match your other teeth, they will look natural, and no one will be able to tell that you had any cosmetic dentistry work completed. Another benefit is that they are made out of a stain-resistant material. This means that your teeth will stay whiter and brighter, even if your favorite beverage is a hot cup of coffee. The Team at Sunrise Emergency Dentist of Salem is an expert veneers dentist and can use them to transform your smile.