What would you do to achieve an attractive smile? Gaps and small chips really detract from your appearance and self-image, too. What 
could improve the strength and aesthetics of your teeth and boost your confidence so you project to the world who you really are? A cosmetic smile makeover from Dr. Thomas Blakenau can create a smile that's strong, long-lasting and beautiful. Dr. Blankenau frequently recommends custom-crafted porcelain veneers in Lincoln, NE to correct obvious enamel defects. They could work for your wonderful new smile.
Porcelain veneers are laminates
That is, veneers cover deep stains, chips, hair line cracks, crowding and gaps with a thin shell of dental grade porcelain. Much like furniture veneers, dental laminates smooth, beautiful and strengthen, and once installed, they are a permanent cosmetic refurbishment.
The process
As part of a cosmetic dentistry consultation, Dr. Blankenau examines the patient's teeth and gums to look for signs of decay and gum disease. If all is well, he can proceed with the veneer process.
Note that the patient should clearly communicate their expectations before the treatment begins. In other words, what should change: color, shape, gaps, chips or something else? In turn, the dentist tells the patient what changes are possible. This two-way communication sets the stage for a successful smile makeover, states the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.
To start, the doctor removes a thin slice of enamel from each tooth. This surface preparation ensures a good bond between the teeth and the veneers and also a good fit and dental bite. Dr. Blankenau takes oral impressions to send to a specialty lab. These impressions help the ceramist sculpt and color the veneers to just the right shape and shade. Finally, the dentist places temporary laminates, and the first appointment is complete.
When the veneers return from the lab, the dentist removes the temporaries, applies a special etching chemical and bonds the veneers in place one by one. He ensures they fit comfortably against the gum tissue and that the bite is correct. He even may adjust the color by varying the shade of the permanent cement.
The after care
Caring for your smile includes daily flossing to remove plaque and twice daily brushing. Besides this tried and true routine, the American Dental Association and Dr. Blankenau, of course, wish you to get semi-annual check-ups and cleanings at Caring Family Dentistry. Dr. Blankenau will inspect your mouth for decay, gum disease, bite issues, oral cancer and more. And, he'll check those veneers to ensure they continue to beautify your smile for years to come.
Who can create a winning smile in Lincoln?
Together, you and the professional staff at Caring Family Dentistry in Lincoln, NE can! Please contact the office today for a veneer consultation. Phone (402) 423-9344.