What are porcelain veneers?

Porcelain veneers are wafer-thin sheets of porcelain that are bonded to your existing teeth. Porcelain veneers can be used to fix a number of imperfections, including cracked teeth, chipped teeth, discolored teeth, or crooked teeth.

Is the procedure painful?

Dr. Melnick uses the most advanced technology when performing all of his cosmetic dentistry procedures. This goes for porcelain veneers as well. Sedation dentistry allows Dr. Melnick to perform a number of procedures, including applying porcelain veneers, with little to no pain and optimum comfort. You will be so relaxed you may even fall asleep.

Will porcelain veneers look like dentures?

Porcelain is a very translucent material. Unlike the materials used in previous years that often resulted in dull looking teeth that did not reflect light, porcelain reflects and absorb light in the same way as your natural teeth. Porcelain veneers result in not only whiter, straighter, teeth you can be proud of, but they are virtually unnoticeable and extremely natural-looking.

If you would like to learn more about porcelain veneers, please contact Laurel Lakes Cosmetic Dentistry in Laurel, Maryland today to schedule your initial consultation.

A beautiful, inviting smile is very important to making a positive, noteworthy first impression. On the other hand, a bad smile can create feelings of self-consciousness in people, causing them to reign in their social skills and not be very outgoing. Residents of Laurel, Maryland deserve the very best—expert, experienced care—when it comes to cosmetic dentistry. That's precisely what Laurel Lake Cosmetic Dentistry strives to provide. Beautiful teeth and a bright smile are key contributors to one’s overall attractiveness.

Some Different Reasons for Cosmetic Dentistry

Discoloration of the teeth is a major reason people pursue cosmetic dentistry, with whitening as the primary goal. Some desire to close any gaps in their teeth—especially their front teeth—that appear unsightly. Many solutions exist for straightening and aligning crooked teeth and a dedicated cosmetic dentist is your best source for further consultation. Sometimes, the teeth themselves aren't what need to be addressed. Flawed gum lines can also be the problem, for which there are many solutions.

Fortunately for all of us, the days of only the wealthy and well-to-do being able to afford cosmetic dentistry are over. We all deserve a beautiful smile and the confidence and self-assuredness it brings. Dr. Daniel R. Melnick and his team can work with anybody and offer a variety of payment options. Please contact Laurel Lakes Cosmetic today to schedule a free consultation. We would be happy to discuss the variety of options available to you.