Porcelain Veneers: A Natural Solution for Imperfect Teeth

Are there aspects of your smile you don’t like but are simply putting up with, such as stained, chipped, or misshapen teeth? At the office of Matthew Wallengren DDS, we can remedy those defects with veneers. Your Baltimore, Maryland, dentist can give your flawed smile a picture-perfect appearance with natural-looking porcelain veneers. By explaining more about veneers and how they work, we can help you decide if they’re a good choice.

What are veneers?

Veneers are thin porcelain shells bonded to imperfect teeth to conceal flaws that make your smile less pleasing. These shells are custom-made in a lab from impressions or digital scans Dr. Wallengren takes of your teeth to ensure a perfect fit. Natural-looking porcelain veneers can improve the shape, color, size, and spacing of your teeth to give your smile a gorgeous, unblemished appearance.

What imperfections can porcelain veneers correct?

Veneers are great at “erasing” stains, chips, and cracks in your teeth to give your smile a smooth, flawless appearance. Veneers can also “close” tooth gaps, “straighten” slightly crooked teeth, enlarge small teeth, and improve the shape of irregular teeth to make your smile more balanced.

Who’s a good candidate for porcelain veneers?

Dr. Wallengren will evaluate your smile to see if the veneers fit you well. We’ll also check your oral health, as veneers can only be used on healthy teeth. If you have decay or dental disease issues, we’ll need to address these before proceeding with your cosmetic treatment. Depending on the imperfections you’d like to correct, veneers can be used alone or as part of an entire smile makeover to give you an attractive and pleasing smile.

What’s the process of getting veneers?

Once you’ve decided to proceed with this treatment, Dr. Wallengren will shave a thin layer of enamel from the teeth you want to fix to make room for your veneers. We’ll take impressions of your teeth and send them to the lab where veneers are fabricated. Within a week or two, your veneers should be ready. We’ll fit them over your teeth and bond them in place permanently. Your dream smile is then prepared to make its debut.

How do I care for my veneers?

Porcelain veneers need regular brushing, flossing, routine checkups, and cleaning to stay beautiful and healthy. Veneers are impervious to decay, but your teeth beneath them aren’t, so it’s essential to maintain good oral hygiene to get the most from this treatment.  

What are the benefits of porcelain veneer treatment?

Veneers can dramatically improve your smile in a matter of weeks. The process is quick, minimally invasive, and painless, and we can numb your teeth with this treatment. And the beautiful results can last for over ten years!

Where can I find a qualified dentist for veneers near me?

Dr. Matthew Wallengren is your go-to dentist in Baltimore, MD, for porcelain veneer treatment. Contact us at (410) 431-1868 to schedule a veneer consultation.

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