Do stained, chipped, or misshapen teeth make you self-conscious about your smile? You’re not alone — many people are unhappy with the appearance of their teeth. Luckily, there’s a remarkable cosmetic procedure to give you a gorgeous new grin: porcelain veneers from Dr. Richard Grubb at Family Implant and Reconstructive Dentistry in Havre De Grace, MD.
Dr. Grubb has advanced training and years of experience placing porcelain veneers and Lumineers in Havre De Grace. Call (410) 939-5800 today to start your journey toward a new smile with our veneer solutions.
Traditional porcelain veneers are thin shells made from high-quality dental porcelain that resembles natural tooth enamel. These custom-crafted coverings are bonded to the front surfaces of your teeth, concealing many cosmetic dentistry imperfections and creating a bright, even smile.
Lumineers are a type of dental veneer offered by Dr. Grubb that’s even thinner than traditional veneers, measuring about 0.2 mm thick. They’re made from a patented cerinate porcelain material that gives them exceptional strength despite their slimness.
Porcelain veneers and Lumineers from Dr. Grubb effectively fix many dental flaws, including:
No matter what’s bothering you about your teeth, porcelain veneer treatment can transform your smile by camouflaging those imperfections. They provide a total smile makeover, giving you straight, flawless, evenly colored teeth.
During your first visit, Dr. Grubb thoroughly examines your natural teeth and discusses your goals for your new smile. He then carefully removes a thin layer (usually less than a millimeter) of enamel from the front surfaces to allow your veneers to fit.
Removing this enamel from your natural teeth is necessary to make room for the veneers without increasing the overall thickness of your teeth. This part of the process is quick and easy, with no discomfort, thanks to sedation dentistry and local anesthetics.
After preparing your teeth, Dr. Grubb takes impressions and sends them to a trusted dental lab. There, your veneers are custom-crafted from premium dental porcelain by master ceramists.
In a couple of weeks, you’ll return for your second appointment. Dr. Grubb ensures each dental veneer fits perfectly, makes any minor adjustments, and then bonds them into place on your teeth using dental cement. In about an hour, your smile will be completely revitalized!
Renewing your smile with dental veneers offers many key benefits, including:
After your dental veneer bonding appointment, you may feel slightly increased tooth sensitivity to hot or cold foods and drinks for a few days or weeks. This sensitivity is normal and will quickly subside as you adjust to your new veneers.
To help your dental veneers last as long as possible, it’s essential to maintain good oral hygiene habits:
You should also continue visiting Dr. Grubb twice yearly for professional cleanings and examinations. During these visits, he’ll ensure your veneers are still fitting and functioning properly.
Finally, while dental veneers are durable, you’ll want to avoid biting on objects like ice cubes, candies, pen caps, or fingernails, as this could chip or crack the porcelain. Besides that, you can eat all your favorite foods.
Some patients experience minor increased sensitivity to hot or cold foods and drinks in the first few weeks after veneer placement. However, this is temporary and goes away quickly as you adjust.
If you’re ready to fix stains, chips, damage, misalignment, or other cosmetic dental issues with porcelain veneers, schedule a consultation with Dr. Richard Grubb at Family Implant and Reconstructive Dentistry in Havre De Grace, MD.
Call (410) 939-5800 today to book your appointment. Our team will make you comfortable and confident in choosing flawless porcelain veneers to transform your teeth and renew your self-esteem.
203 S. Washington Street
Havre de Grace, MD 21078
(410) 939-5800