Porcelain veneers are cosmetic prosthetic devices placed over the front surfaces of teeth to enhance the visual appeal of a person's smile. Veneer placement involves bonding the thin porcelain overlays to the fronts of chipped, discolored, or otherwise irregular-looking teeth. Porcelain veneers themselves are not permanent. In the event of damage or staining, a set of veneers can be removed from a person’s teeth, with a new set bound in its place.
It’s crucial to understand, however, that the veneer placement process itself is not reversible. This is because the process by which veneers are bonded to natural teeth involves the removal of a thin layer of tooth enamel to ensure a proper fit. As tooth enamel neither regenerates nor has an artificial replacement, this preparatory process is considered permanent and irreversible. In the absence of veneers, the alteration to the enamel elevates the risk of potentially dangerous decay and can threaten the original tooth structure.
Precisely Placing Porcelain Veneers in Tuscaloosa, AL
If you’re in Tuscaloosa and want to learn more about the placement of porcelain veneers and how to maximize their lifespan once in place, contact Dr. William M. Vandervoort and the excellent Vandervoort Family Dentistry team today to schedule a consultation!