What Makes You a Candidate for Porcelain Veneers?

Interested in improving the appearance of your smile? Our cosmetic dentist in South Bend, IN, would be more than happy to help you explore your treatment options. Whether you want to improve the appearance of a single tooth or target the entire “smile zone” you can count on our expertise. We’ll have you smiling with confidence in no time!

In the meantime, here’s what you need to know about the veneers procedure and the top signs you may be a candidate.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our dental office in South Bend, Indiana.

You Notice Small Chips or Cracks

In general, our dentist may recommend veneers for teeth that have slight cosmetic damage. For example, we may recommend veneers for front teeth with small chips or cracks. However, teeth with structural damage will require more extensive treatment, such as fillings or crowns.

You Have Staining From Fluorosis

If you were overexposed to fluoride during the first eight years of life, you may have stains on your teeth. This is due to a condition called fluorosis. Since fluorosis affects the inner structure of your teeth, topical whitening won’t improve the appearance of your smile. For this reason, our dentist may recommend porcelain dental veneers.

Each patient who experiences fluorosis is different, depending on their level of exposure. For example, a patient with less exposure to fluoride may have tiny white specks or streaks on their teeth that are barely discernible. Other patients with extreme overexposure may have teeth with dark brown stains.

A dental veneer covers the entire front surface of your tooth, greatly improving its appearance so you can smile with confidence.

You Have Slightly Misshapen Front Teeth

Are your front teeth slightly misshapen? If so, we can improve the appearance of teeth in the “smile zone” with porcelain veneers. Dental veneers cover the entire front surface of the tooth so you can feel comfortable showing off your smile to the world. With veneers, we’re able to improve both the color and shape of your front teeth.

Compared to other treatment options for misshapen front teeth, veneers are more durable and long-lasting. For example, composite bonding tends to only last between three and 10 years with proper care. Porcelain veneers, on the other hand, can last between 10 and 15 years when you take good care of your smile.

You Feel Self-Conscious About Your Smile

Do you ever cover your mouth when you laugh or smile with your lips closed? If so, there’s never been a better time to schedule an appointment with our cosmetic dentist. During your consultation, Dr. Gasko will be able to determine if you’re a likely candidate for the veneers procedure and will recommend treatment options to restore the health, function, and beauty of your smile.

You’ve Thought of Getting a Smile Makeover

It’s not uncommon for veneers to be a part of a larger smile makeover. When you arrive for your consultation, you’ll meet with our cosmetic dentist to discuss your treatment options.

If you’re looking to drastically improve the appearance of your smile, we may recommend veneers, crowns, implants, and other types of restorative and cosmetic dentistry. To fully explore the benefits of porcelain veneers, book a consultation with Dr. Gasko.

Book a Consultation for Porcelain Veneers

Dr. Michael Gasko is an experienced cosmetic dentist in South Bend, IN. He’s also accepting new patients and would be more than happy to determine if you’re a candidate for porcelain veneers. To schedule an appointment, please call Select Dental Associates at (574) 232-8888. You may also fill out our online contact form and someone from our team will reach out to you soon.

This blog post has been updated.