At Smiles for Miles Family Dentistry in Brookfield, WI, Dr. Richard Salm provides custom porcelain veneers to correct imperfections and create natural-looking, radiant smiles. Whether you’re dealing with stains, chips, or gaps, veneers are a conservative solution that enhances appearance while preserving your natural tooth structure.
What Are Veneers?
Veneers are thin shells of porcelain or composite resin that bond to the front of your teeth. They conceal discoloration, chips, cracks, gaps, and misshapen teeth, leaving you with a healthy, attractive smile.
Types of Veneers
At Smiles for Miles, we offer both porcelain and composite veneers to meet different needs and budgets:
Porcelain Veneers
Crafted in a dental lab for a precise fit, porcelain veneers are durable, stain-resistant, and highly natural in appearance. They typically require multiple visits but can last 10–15 years with proper care.
Advantages of porcelain veneers:
– Durable and long-lasting (10–15 years)
– Resistant to staining and discoloration
– Highly natural look due to translucency
– Customized for color, shape, and fit
Composite Veneers (Bonding)
Composite veneers are created chairside by layering composite resin directly onto the teeth. They are more affordable than porcelain veneers but may not last as long and are more prone to staining.
Advantages of composite veneers:
– Completed in a single visit
– Lower cost
– Effective for minor cosmetic corrections
– Can last 4–8 years with care
Why Consider Veneers?
Veneers can address a wide variety of cosmetic dental issues, making them one of the most versatile treatments in cosmetic dentistry. They can improve:
– Chips or cracks
– Irregularly shaped or uneven teeth
– Worn or proportionately small teeth
– Stains and discoloration unresponsive to whitening
– Minor misalignment
– Small gaps between teeth
How Veneers Are Placed
The veneer process usually takes two visits. First, a small amount of enamel (about the thickness of an eggshell) is removed to create space. Impressions are taken and sent to a dental lab where your veneers are custom-made. At your second visit, Dr. Salm carefully bonds the veneers to your teeth, instantly transforming your smile.
Caring for Veneers
To maximize the lifespan of your veneers, follow these care tips:
– Brush and floss daily
– Avoid biting into hard objects like ice or packaging
– Don’t use your teeth as tools
– Consider a nightguard if you grind your teeth
– Maintain regular dental checkups
Benefits of Veneers
– Conceal multiple imperfections with one treatment
– Provide natural, beautiful results
– Strengthen weakened teeth
– Offer a conservative alternative to crowns
– Boost self-confidence with a brighter smile
Schedule Your Porcelain Veneers Consultation in Brookfield
If you’re ready to achieve the flawless smile you’ve always wanted, contact Smiles for Miles Family Dentistry today. Call our Brookfield office at (262) 548-3555 or request an appointment online to learn more about porcelain veneers.