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Protect and keep badly decayed or fractured teeth while maintaining a beautiful smile.
 The Problem:
• Stained or discolored teeth
• Unsightly gaps between front teeth
• Chipped teeth
• Rough or jagged edges on front teeth
• Teeth that are too small or large in proportion to rest of the mouth
• Crooked teeth
• Worn teeth
The Solution:
A veneer (often called a porcelain laminate) is a thin shell of porcelain that covers the front of each tooth. They bond directly to the front of the tooth. Each porcelain laminate is a work of art, carefully crafted in a laboratory. The dentist and laboratory work hard to create an outcome to fit your individual smile.
Advantages:
Porcelain veeners are among the most conservative of esthetic dental restorations, and offer the most realistic vitality and beauty. In the hands of a highly skilled dentist, porcelain laminates can provide you with an incredibly natural, beautiful smile. They are virtually undetectable and can dramatically improve your appearance. They are durable and long-lasting when compared to other cosmetic treatments.
Disadvantages:
Well-crafted laminates will last many years, but many eventually need to be replaced.
Alternatives:
Porcelain laminates are an excellent investment. However, they are not appropriate for teeth with excessive decay. In those cases, porcelain crowns are a better alternative. In the event that you desire only to improve tooth alignment, orthodontic treatment may be another alternative.
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