Placed by Dr. James Striebel, Huber Heights porcelain veneers cover dental imperfections and strengthen enamel. Read how they work and how well they last.
Even a healthy mouth can have cosmetic problems. Dark stains, chips, hairline cracks, odd shape, worn enamel–these aesthetic issues discourage the happiest of people from showing off smiles. Dr. James Striebel, Huber Heights dentist, places porcelain veneers to revitalize damaged teeth.
The amazing Huber Heights porcelain veneer
The porcelain veneer, or dental laminate, is a mainstay of cosmetic dentistry. Made from fine dental-grade ceramic, veneers cover the front side of one or more teeth marred by:
- chips
- cracks
- deep stains
- uneven size
- odd shape
- root canal therapy
- pits
- crowding
- gap
Dr. Striebel removes a very thin slice of enamel from the front side of each tooth being resurfaced. This preparation makes the smile makeover with porcelain veneers permanent and irreversible.
Custom-fabricated by a master ceramist at an outside dental lab according to your Huber Heights dentist’s treatment plan, x-rays and digital impressions, porcelain veneers smoothly and seamlessly recreate naturally-colored and sized smiles. Imperfections simply disappear as Dr. Striebel uses special bonding cement to glue veneers securely in place and adjusts them for correct fit and bite.
After leaving the office, patients simply brush their new veneers twice a day and daily just as they do their untreated teeth. Also, Dr. Striebel wants to see his cosmetic dentistry patients for 6-month cleanings and check-ups.
The longevity of veneers
Porcelain veneers last anywhere from 7 to even 20 years and even beyond. While dental porcelain does not stain readily, veneer patients should limit staining foods and beverages such as coffee, tea, red wine and tomato sauce.
Also, tobacco use is not good for refurbished teeth or natural enamel and gums. Individuals must avoid chewing hard foods such as peanut brittle and ice cubes. Custom mouthguards avoid the damage done by night time tooth grinding and clenching (bruxism).
Porcelain veneers from your Huber Heights dentist rarely need replacement. Occasionally, a veneer may simply fall off, but, if not severely damaged, may be rebonded on the tooth. Cosmetic resin bonding repairs small chips or cracks. Gaps between veneers and the gum line, caused by soft tissue recession over time, may necessitate creation of a new porcelain veneer to replace the existing one.
Part of a complete smile makeover
Frequently, Dr. Striebel uses porcelain veneers as part of a complete smile makeover. Added to crowns, teeth whitening, tooth-colored fillings, cosmetic resin bonding, Invisalign clear braces and other restorative and cosmetic dental services, patients achieve excellent oral health and the brilliant, even smiles they have always wanted.
Are you ready to change your smile through porcelain veneers or other dental artistry from Dr. Striebel? Then, contact the office today for a personal consultation with this outstanding dental team.