Dental Veneers in Harrisburg

Veneers are a convenient way to fix many complaints about how your teeth look. They can improve your smile, making it brighter, wider and more proportional. At Piedmont Dentistry, we work with clients in the Harrisburg area to deliver

What Are Dental Veneers?

Veneers are a non-invasive procedure that can correct a broad range of dental perfections, including:

• Chips
• Cracks
• Uneven surfaces
• Stains
• Gaps between teeth
• Small teeth
• Oddly shaped teeth
• Minor misalignment issues

When we say that veneers correct the problem, perhaps we should clarify that statement. Veneers cover flaws on the teeth. They can also be used to improve your dental function. Using them to fix broken teeth helps you chew. Some patients benefit from veneers to rebuild their molars.

You can think of veneers as thin shells that are permanently bonded to the front surface of your natural teeth. Veneers are custom molded to complement the shape of your mouth, jaw and teeth. They look like your own teeth, but they are whiter and more even.

You can get as many veneers as you need to enhance the overall appearance of your teeth. Whether you need one or many veneers, they will be finished with a natural color that matches your other teeth.

How Long Does the Dental Veneers Process Take?

Dental veneers can fix defects in just a few visits to our Harrisburg area location. We’ll hold a consultation, which may include an exam, to determine if you’re a good candidate for the procedure. Once you have made the decision to get veneers, you’ll have an even, new smile in two visits.

During the first appointment, we’ll prepare the surface of your teeth and make an impression. This mold is analyzed to create the perfect veneers for you.

We will affix temporary veneers to your teeth to protect them until the next visit. When you return a few weeks later, we’ll apply the veneers to your teeth using a precise bonding method. Once the veneers are secure, we will polish them.

Common Questions About Dental Veneers

Do Veneers Damage Your Real Teeth?
Because veneers require the dentist to remove a fine layer of the enamel, some people think that the process impairs the underlying teeth. When they’re applied by an experienced dentist, porcelain veneers don’t do any harm. In fact, veneers protect the enamel below from developing new damage or stains. If your genuine tooth is damaged anyway, adding a veneer will only improve its health and appearance.

At Piedmont Dentistry in Harrisburg, we’ll examine your teeth to ensure that they’re healthy before we apply veneers. We will resolve any issues before we apply the veneers.

Do Veneers Look Unnaturally Perfect?
Our veneers look natural, reflecting the inherent structure, shape and color of your teeth. Depending on the reason for the procedure and the state of your real teeth, the improvement may be surprising or dramatic. But we know that you want to walk out of our Harrisburg office looking like yourself.

How Should I Care for My Veneers?
Caring for your veneers isn’t difficult. You should be gentle with them. But for the record, you should be gentle with your real teeth too.

As with your genuine teeth, you should be cautious when chewing hard or sticky foods. It’s a good idea to cut rigid food into smaller pieces. Don’t bite directly into an apple, for example. Never use your teeth as tools.

Your veneers are attached to your genuine teeth, which can get cavities. Therefore, you must keep up your daily oral hygiene regimen. Brush and floss as usual. With proper care, veneers can last for ten years or more before they need to be replaced.

Do Veneers Increase Tooth Sensitivity?

While many people have heightened sensitivity to extreme temperatures after getting veneers, the issue is usually temporary. It should resolve a few days after the treatment. After that, some patients feel like veneers make their teeth less sensitive.

If you’re wondering whether dental veneers in Harrisburg are an option for you, contact Piedmont Dentistry. We’re happy to give you an honest assessment and walk you through the treatment.