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Veneers

Dental veneers are custom-designed shells of tooth-like ceramic material that, when applied over the surface of a tooth, can cover worn tooth enamel, uneven tooth alignment, or spacing and chips or cracks. Dental veneers fall into the category of cosmetic dentistry because they create a bright, white smile with beautifully aligned, shapely teeth. Even better, the translucent ceramic quality of today's veneers provides a more natural look than what's been available in the past.

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• Worn enamel : Over time, the thin, hard white substance covering your teeth (enamel) may become worn, dulled, and discolored. Such wear and discoloration may be a result of a genetic predisposition: however, it is often a result of your habits (soft drink, tea, or coffee consumption, smoking, medication use, etc.).
• Wear and tear : Teeth naturally wear down as people age. Aged teeth are more likely to have chips, cracks, or a generally uneven appearance.
• Genetics : Certain people may be born with abnormal spacing between the teeth that grows wider as they age.
• Uneven teeth: Uneven teeth can result from tooth grinding or general wear and tear.

Porcelain Veneers and Composite Resin Veneers The two most common materials used in the manufacture of dental veneers are porcelain and composite resin. Both porcelain and composite veneers can also be directly fabricated inside your mouth at the dental office. Dental veneers that are indirectly fabricated - fabricated in a dental laboratory - are bonded to the teeth with various types of resin cement. Of the two options, porcelain veneers are longer lasting and more expensive.
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When is Veneers Appropriate? Bonding often serves as an inexpensive and effective restoration for small chips and cracks in the teeth. Such minor problems may be functionally and cosmetically repaired with a composite "white filling." A composite resin material is bonded to the tooth in order to fill in the chip or crack and better protect the surrounding tooth structure. But for more severe cases of dullness, wear, discoloration, mild chipping, cracking, spacing, or uneven teeth, dental veneers may be recommended as a more appropriate solution.
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The Prevalence of Tooth Discoloration Tooth discoloration and staining is a relatively common problem. Teeth are porous and are therefore not stain resistant. Red wine, soda, coffee, and tea, among other food and drink, contribute to the discoloration of teeth over time. Medications such as the antibiotic tetracycline may cause significant staining, resulting in yellow, grayish teeth. Smokers' teeth can become permanently stained if the discoloration is not treated in a timely manner.
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Tooth brushing alone can't brighten teeth dulled by years of exposure to such discoloring agents. In fact, people with dull teeth sometimes over-brush in an attempt to eliminate stains, and this can harm the enamel.
Teeth Whitening Considerations More often than not, teeth whitening works adequately. Teeth whitening procedures performed by Dr. Weiss my potentially whiten your teeth up to 14 shades, correcting serious discoloration issues. We advise you to avoid food and drink that could stain your teeth for about a week, as well as to refrain from smoking.
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Occasionally tooth discoloration is so severe that whitening alone cannot fully treat the problem. Such situations may require a combination of whitening and the placement of custom porcelain veneers on specific discolored teeth. You may opt for veneer treatment alone rather than a teeth whitening regimen. Consult your dentist to determine the best course of action for you unique oral concerns.

In-Office Whitening or Bleaching
We use the Zoom in office whitening system. Zoom is safe, effective and fast. In just over an hour your teeth will become dramatically whiter. The degree of whiteness will vary from patient to patient, depending on the structure of the teeth. Chairside whitening is ideal for anyone looking for immediate results.

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The zoom is a light activated whitening gel. Its active ingredient is hydrogen peroxide, which has been safely used for many years in the treatment of gums and other oral soft tissue. As the hydrogen peroxide is broken down, oxygen enters the enamel and dentin, bleaching colored substances while the structure of the tooth is unchanged. The zoom light aids in activating the hydrogen peroxide and helps it penetrate the surface of the tooth.

During the procedure, patients may comfortably watch a movie or listen to music or sleep. Sensitivity during the treatment may occur with some patients. The zoom light generates minimal heat, which is the usual source of discomfort. On rare occasions, minor tingling sensations are experienced immediately after the procedure, but always dissipate. We recommend using fluoride toothpaste 2 to 3 weeks prior to the procedure. It is the perfect choice for the busy individual who does not have time to wearing trays or strips to bleach.

Anterior Bonding

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