PORCELAIN VENEERS

What Are Porcelain Veneers and Why Choose Them?

Porcelain veneers are thin, custom-made ceramic shells that are bonded to the front surfaces of selected teeth. They cover imperfections like deep stains, chips, minor misalignment or uneven shapes, giving you a renewed smile that looks beautifully natural. 

Here’s why porcelain veneers are considered a top cosmetic choice:

• Exceptional aesthetic realism: Porcelain mimics the translucency and light-reflection of natural tooth enamel, giving you a result that blends seamlessly with your smile.
  
  
• High stain resistance: Unlike natural teeth or composite veneers, porcelain veneers resist discoloration from foods, beverages and daily wear.
  
  
• Durability and longevity: With proper care, porcelain veneers often last 10 to 15 years or more, making them a smart investment in your smile.
  
  
• Minimal invasiveness (in many cases): While some enamel removal is required, veneers typically require less tooth alteration than full crowns.

At Kremer Dental Care in Chico, we provide a detailed evaluation to ensure veneers are the optimal solution for you where we go over balancing cosmetic goals, tooth structure, maintenance and longevity.

Porcelain Veneers help brighten permanently stained or discolored teeth that will not take to whitening.

Veneers are very thin, custom-made materials designed to cover the front surface of your teeth to greatly improve your appearance. They provide a cosmetic improvement to your smile by concealing stains, discoloration, and chips located on the surface of your teeth. They are an inexpensive and convenient cosmetic dentistry treatment that will change the way you smile at the world.

Porcelain Veneer Procedure:

Getting new porcelain veneers in Chico, CA from Kremer Dental Care usually requires 2-3 visits:

1. Treatment planning - The first step involves talking to one of our highly qualified dentists about the result that you are trying to achieve. During this appointment, we will examine your teeth to make sure porcelain veneers are appropriate for you and discuss what the procedure will involve and some of its limitations.
2. Preparation - To prepare a tooth for a veneer, we will remove about 1/2 millimeter of enamel from the tooth surface, which is an amount nearly equal to the thickness of the veneer to be added to the tooth surface. Next, our team will make a model of your teeth, and send that model to a dental laboratory to construct your veneers. It usually takes 2-4 weeks to receive the veneers back from the laboratory. Temporary porcelain veneers can be placed during this waiting period.
3. Bonding.  Before the porcelain veneer is permanently cemented to your tooth, we will temporarily place it on your tooth to examine its fit and color. A special cement is applied to the veneer and the veneer is then placed on your tooth.

Our dentists have done extensive training in the art and science of porcelain veneers and has tremendous experience to create beautiful veneers that mimic nature, and are in harmony with a person’s face and smile!

You can learn more about porcelain veneers, and hear patient testimonials within our Chico Smiles Volume 1 (page 5).

Am I a Good Candidate for Porcelain Veneers in Chico, CA?

You may be an ideal candidate for porcelain veneers if you are:

• Concerned about deep discoloration or stains that do not respond to whitening.
  
  
• Experiencing minor chips, cracks, gaps or uneven teeth that affect the appearance of your smile.
  
  
• Committed to maintaining oral hygiene and attending regular dental visits.
  
  
• Looking for a cosmetic solution that stays in place, works beautifully and lasts.

At the same time, veneers may not be recommended if:

• You have large areas of decay or structural damage. These may require crowns or other restorative solutions first.
  
  
• You have untreated gum disease or active periodontal issues.
  
  
• You grind your teeth heavily (bruxism) without a protective nightguard. This can place undue stress on veneers.
  
  
• You’re seeking major bite correction or alignment changes. Orthodontics or braces may be required in addition.

During your consultation at our Chico offices, we’ll perform a full exam, review your smile goals, and help you determine whether porcelain veneers are the right path or whether another treatment might serve you better.

Benefits You’ll Gain from Porcelain Veneers

Opting for porcelain veneers at Kremer Dental Care in Chico delivers meaningful benefits:

• A revitalized smile free from chips, gaps or stains.
  
  
• A natural look and feel that blends in with your existing teeth.
  
  
• Long-term value thanks to durable materials and excellent craftsmanship.
  
  
• Confidence in social and professional settings, knowing your smile supports you.
  
  
• Less likelihood of frequent repairs compared to other cosmetic options.

And because we place veneers with both form and function in mind, considering bite, alignment and longevity, you’re not just getting a pretty smile, you’re getting one engineered for lasting performance.

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