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Repair Your Smile with Porcelain Veneers

by Dr. Carole Sherrod Jewell, DMD, Red Bank, New Jersey Cosmetic Dentist

veneersAre you embarrassed by damaged, discolored or spaces between your teeth? You are not alone.

Many people lack the confidence to smile because they are embarrassed about the way their teeth look. With porcelain veneers, it is possible to bring back your smile in a way that looks completely natural.

What are Porcelain Veneers?

Veneers are thin, custom-made tooth-colored and shaped pieces of porcelain that cover your natural teeth. Dr. Sherrod Jewell can choose the best veneer for each individual patient based on the size, shape, and color of their existing teeth and then apply them to remove imperfections. There are many situations in which porcelain veneers can be helpful:

  • Misaligned teeth
  • Teeth with gaps
  • Chipped or broken teeth
  • Discolored teeth

Porcelain veneers can improve all of these dental issues, leaving you with a smile you can be proud of.

The Application Process

It usually takes two visits for the dentist to apply porcelain veneers. During the first visit you and Dr. Sherrod Jewell will choose the size, shape and color of the veneer. Then she will minimally reduce the tooth if necessary and take impressions to send to the laboratory for preparation. When your porcelain veneers are ready, Dr. Sherrod Jewell will use a specially selected tooth-colored cement to bond them to your teeth. A special light is used to set the cement. Then Dr. Sherrod Jewell will check your bite and make sure that the fit is perfect.

Ask Dr. Sherrod Jewell which type of veneer is best for you. You will receive care instructions for veneers, no matter which treatment your dentist recommends. Proper brushing, flossing and regular dental visits are an important part of extending the life of your new veneers.

If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment, please contact Red Bank Dentistry. Our team is here to help you with all your dental care needs, including family, cosmetic, and emergency dentistry. Call us or request an appointment today to get started.

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