Step-by-step guide – What is the process of getting dental veneers
Dental veneers are the most versatile option for cosmetic enhancement. It is an effective solution to many dental imperfections like minor gaps, irregularly shaped teeth, minor misalignments, and tooth discolouration. But have you ever wondered what is the process of getting dental veneers. In the information provided below, we will briefly discuss the step-by-step procedure of getting veneers – brought to you by Molar Support Dental Clinic
What is the process of getting dental veneers
Initial Consultation
The first step is the initial consultation with our Molar Support Dental Clinic smile experts. In this step, you can share your expectations and clear all your queries with our team. In this step we will comprehensively examine your teeth and gums before proceeding further. Though dental veneers are a cosmetic treatment, it is important to do your dental evaluation. It is essential to note that veneers are possible in healthy teeth and gums. If there are any issues like dental caries or gum problems, then they need to be addressed first before planning dental veneers.
Tooth trimming
Once the customised treatment plan is ready and veneers are planned for you, step 2 comes, which is tooth preparation. Tooth trimming or tooth preparation makes your natural teeth suitable for receiving the veneers. It is a minimally invasive procedure that involves minor reshaping of your teeth. It is entirely painless, and dental anaesthesia is used by our team for a more comfortable experience if required.
Digital scanning
Digital impressions are the latest methods of taking precise impressions of your teeth compared with the traditional ways of recording teeth impressions. They are precise, more comfortable and accurate way of recording your teeth. Digital scans are highly efficient for communicating with the dental labs to manufacture precisely fitting dental veneers.
Test drive
Once the digital scanning is done, we will also show you a preview of your new look before finalising the veneers. This process of previewing your smile is called a smile test drive. This makes you better understand the outcome and give valuable input for the smile makeover. The simulated version of your new smile will increase your confidence in the treatment and help you understand the whole process clearly.
Shade selection
The shade of your teeth is selected based on your adjacent teeth and the facial tone. If you are planning teeth whitening with your veneers, it is suggested to get the whitening done before the veneers shade selection for a uniform matching of your veneers after teeth whitening.
Fixing
Once the shade selection is done, it is communicated to the lab for the veneer fabrication. Once the dental veneers are fabricated, they are fixed with a special adhesive for a permanent bond. The veneers are designed to last a lifetime and are not a reversible process.
Follow up
Our team will schedule regular follow-ups with you to monitor the progress of your veneers. It is important to follow all the aftercare instructions for the longevity of dental veneers.
