Dental Veneer & Dental Laminates

The Team at Paul Sioda Dental is an expert veneers dentist, providing dental veneers to help patients restore damaged teeth or transform their smile into something beautiful. At Paul Sioda Dental, we often treat patients who have a variety of dental concerns. Some patients visit our Tacoma office because their tooth is broken, while others want a Hollywood smile. Most people are candidates for the procedure as long as their tooth structure and roots are in place. If, however, you have a cavity or gum disease, you will need to treat it before the procedure.

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What is a Dental Veneer?
A veneer is a thin shell made of porcelain or ceramic. The shade, shape, and size of the veneer will match your surrounding teeth so it blends in perfectly.

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How is a Dental Veneer Used?
Dental veneers can accomplish a variety of things. By placing them on top of your teeth, we can close gaps, even out tooth length, cover dark stains, and create a uniform-looking smile. In this way, veneers can create a smile that rivals the most famous Hollywood stars. In fact, many of them have had this procedure to create the smile you see today. The nice thing is that you don’t have to be famous to improve your smile. Just call 253-759-7941 to schedule an appointment and meet the team at Paul Sioda Dental.

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The Procedure
When patients visit our Paul Sioda Dental offices, we take an impression of their teeth so the lab can create the veneers. The lab makes them to match the size, shape, and color of your teeth, so this can take a week or more.

 

To place dental veneers, The Team at Paul Sioda Dental will first prepare your tooth by removing a portion of the enamel. This is necessary so the veneer lies flat and in line with your gum tissue. After we prepare the tooth, we will secure a temporary veneer with removable glue. While wearing a temporary veneer, brush your teeth gently and avoid foods that could push it out of place. Since it is secured by removable glue, it can be moved fairly easily.

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When your permanent veneers are ready, you will return to our Paul Sioda Dental offices so the team can remove the temporary and ensure the new veneer is a perfect fit. We typically attach it using a water-based solution so you can see how it looks. If adjustments are needed, we make them now. Otherwise, we clean the tooth and bond the dental veneer. Patients throughout Washington love the results. They are instant, and you can start flashing your smile right away.

 

After the Procedure
Your teeth will typically be sore for a few days after preparation and after the permanent veneers are placed. During this time, you can take pain medication to help you stay comfortable. Patients throughout the Tacoma area also benefit from resting and using a cold compress to reduce swelling. The Team at Paul Sioda Dental recommends that patients watch what they eat for a few days and stick to soft foods. While recovery from veneers is short, the procedure is worth it because, in the end, you will have a beautiful smile.

 

Benefits of Dental Veneers
Patients throughout the Tacoma, WA area love how veneers make their teeth look. This procedure is an excellent solution because veneers can transform your smile into one that looks perfect and beautiful. They do so while still using your natural teeth, so there is no need for surgery and recovery time is reduced. Because the veneers are made to match your other teeth, they look natural, and no one will be able to tell you had cosmetic dentistry work done. Another benefit is that they are made out of a stain-resistant material. This means that your teeth will stay whiter and brighter, even if your favorite beverage is a hot cup of coffee. The Team at Paul Sioda Dental is an expert veneers dentist and can use them to transform your smile.

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HELPFUL RELATED LINKS

• American Dental Association (ADA). Glossary of Dental Terms. 2015

• American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry® (AACD). Home Page. 2015

• WebMD. WebMD’s Oral Care Guide. 2015