Porcelain Veneers – Newport Coast Cosmetic Dentist
February 9th, 2012 adminSmile Makeover with Porcelain Veneers in Newport Coast
What makes our porcelain veneers more aesthetic than those of other dentists? Cosmetic dentistry is an art, and as with most art, the best results come after years of experience and using the highest quality materials.
Most general dentists will prepare a tooth to receive the veneer, take an impression, and send the impression to a dental laboratory. The veneer is processed and eventually bonded to the patent’s tooth. There is no aesthetic understanding, communication with the laboratory technician, or understanding the products used to fabricate the veneer. The result is a monochromatic piece of porcelain that is bonded to the tooth. Teeth are not one color. They have reds, blues, yellows–essentially every color in the rainbow. A natural tooth is prismatic–radiating different colors. Color selection is not only dependent on the adjacent teeth but also the color of the prepared tooth upon which the veneer will eventually be bonded. It takes a complete understanding of the opaquers, tints, and bonding agents,to create a natural looking translucent tooth.
The difference? We start with an in depth consultation to acquire an understanding of goals and expectations. Our laboratory technician lectures throughout the world on how to layer porcelain to create veneers that radiate color. As with a painter, the color is applied deep within the porcelain and blended with multiple layers of descending colors and translucency. Once the teeth have been prepared and temporaries placed, our laboratory technician is involved with shade selection, tooth morphology, and smile design. We communicate our initial goals and the final results usually exceed the patient’s expectations.
Please contact our office with any questions or to schedule a complimentary consultation.
