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Problem & Solutions

Our guest had large old bondings that were stained from teeth that were chipped years ago.  He also disliked the spaces between his front teeth and wanted to close the gaps.

Dr. Patel designed a smile for him to close the gaps and make his teeth look natural and friendly using porcelain veneers and Zoom! Whitening.

Procedures Performed

• Discolored Teeth
• Gaps in Smile
• Smile Makeover
• Porcelain Veneers
• Porcelain Crowns
• Instant Orthodontics

Porcelain Veneers

in Austin, Texas

For health. For beauty. For you.

Dr. Patel at the Center of Cosmetic & General Dentistry in Austin, Texas can place porcelain veneers in two or three visits. It’s a relatively easy and painless procedure .

Porcelain veneers are thin shells of ceramic porcelain that are bonded directly to a tooth’s front surface. The porcelain is translucent, like the tooth’s natural enamel. Light will travel through it and be reflected back by the cement used to bond it to your teeth. This is similar to how light shines through natural enamel and is reflected back by the dentin underneath.

This means that porcelain veneers are virtually indistinguishable from your other teeth.

Am I a candidate?
If you have any of these conditions, you could be a good candidate for porcelain veneers: 

• Misalignment—due to lack of orthodontic treatment or trauma to the mouth

• Crooked teeth – from either genetics or trauma

• Old Restorations – older bonding can be replaced

• Staining or discoloration—which may result from tobacco, caffeine or certain prescription medications

• Chipping and wear—that occur over the years or as the result of an accident

• Gaps—if they’re small enough; large ones might require orthodontic work

• Mild rotation—teeth that are slightly twisted or angled

• Broken teeth – teeth that have broken from trauma can be restored

First Appointment
During your initial consultation with Dr. Patel, you will discuss all of the problems you would like to correct using porcelain veneers.  Dr. Patel will be able to tell you exactly what you can expect from the porcelain veneer procedure.  He will also evaluate your oral health and take an impression of your teeth so that he can perfectly design your new smile.

Second appointment

• The teeth will be lightly buffed to remove a surface amount equal to the thickness of the veneer. This procedure requires local anesthesia.

• Then an impression of your teeth is taken, which is sent to a lab where the veneers are created.

• Natural looking temporaries are placed over your teeth for the next few weeks.  These temporaries simulate the shape and color of your new smile.  They look amazing!!

Third appointment

• Dr. Patel will wet the veneers and place them on your teeth to check the fit and color. 

• When you and he are satisfied with how they’ll look, he’ll bond them permanently to your teeth.

Follow up Appointment
The fourth appointment is for follow-up, to make sure you’re pleased with the results and that your new smile looks and feels great.

Instant results
Your new veneers will make an immediate difference in the look of your teeth. You can, and should, brush and floss them just as you do with your natural teeth.

If you have more questions about cosmetic dentistry, please read the following:

Porcelain Veneer FAQs

If you’re interested in the world-class porcelain veneers placed in Dr. Patel’s office, please schedule a complimentary consultation with Dr. Patel, through our treatment coordinator.