Okemos, Lansing and East Lansing Michigan
If you notice a flaw in your appearance, it may seem huge, glaring, and overshadow all the positives. This flaw might be something to do with your hair, your skin, your figure… or your teeth. Once you detect an aesthetic flaw in your smile, it’s likely to jump out to you every time you look in the mirror. Today, these flaws can be corrected easily through cosmetic dentistry. Whether you have one aspect of your smile that bothers you or several, the solution could come from veneers. Read on to see why Dr. Christine Tenaglia, Okemos’ favorite dentist, prefers to use veneers to improve the appearance of her patients’ smiles.
Veneers are versatile
Are you dealing with any of the following aesthetic issues with your smile?
Chips, cracks or small fractures
Teeth of different sizes and/or shapes
Teeth that are unevenly spaced
Slight crookedness across teeth
An unsightly gap between two teeth
Discoloration that hasn’t responded to teeth whitening treatments
Not only can veneers correct any of these issues, a single set of veneers can resolve all of these aesthetic flaws at the same time. That’s right; veneers are one of the most multifaceted treatment options in all of cosmetic dentistry, able to improve the appearance of a single problematic tooth or transform the entire look of your smile.
Why do dentists choose veneers?
Customization – A well-trained cosmetic dentist can apply veneers that are matched to the shape and shade of your other natural teeth. If you’re receiving veneers to brighten your smile, veneers can be placed over all the visible tooth surfaces in your mouth, making a dramatic difference in the look of your teeth.
Permanence – Unlike many other cosmetic dental treatments, which have a certain lifespan, your veneers should last forever if you maintain a good routine of dental care. That includes daily brushing and flossing, avoiding bad habits such as smoking or using your teeth as tools, and maintaining a regular schedule of check-ups every six months.
Quality – Modern cosmetic dentists offer veneers made of dental porcelain. This is a beautiful material that is easy to modify, durable, and resistant to stains from eating or drinking. Dental porcelain also has a similar translucent effect to natural tooth enamel, meaning your veneers will look completely natural once installed.
Convenient – Prepping your teeth for veneers requires removing just a small portion of your natural tooth structure, only enough for the veneer to make a flush bond against the outer surface of your tooth. This prep work can be completed with little to no anesthesia. Next, digital images of your teeth will be taken and sent to our dental laboratory, where your new veneers will be hand-crafted by expert technicians. You return to our office about two weeks later to receive your veneers.
Get Veneers in Okemos
Dr. Tenaglia and her team of oral health professionals at Tenaglia Smiles proudly offer veneers as part of their wide array of services in the specialization of cosmetic dentistry. We are proud to offer these beautiful restorations to our patients in Okemos, Lansing, East Lansing and the surrounding areas of Michigan. Come find out for yourself why Dr. Tenaglia has received multiple awards for her dental proficiency. Schedule a consultation today by calling (517) 347-6733 or completing our contact form online.