Nobody wants imperfect teeth, but keeping your smile perfect is nearly impossible. Being concerned about your tooth appearance is only natural, though. Our teeth are the first thing most people see when they meet us, and a great smile can make a wonderful impression on people. Keeping our teeth in great shape is harder than it sounds.

Dental veneers are a way to get the appearance of great-looking teeth, even if stains and damage have left your teeth less than spectacular. Best of all, your local dental office in Niagara Falls can install dental veneers for you in as little as one visit, so you won’t have to wait months for a better-looking smile.

How Does the Process Work?

Getting dental veneers is fairly simple. The veneer is made of a thin layer of plastic that fits over the teeth. This plastic hides the damage and discoloration of your teeth and displays a bright white smile to others. The best thing is, most people won’t even notice you’re wearing them.

The process can be completed fairly quickly. The dentist must first prepare the surface of your teeth to receive the veneers. This may require them to grind down the biting surface of your teeth a little before applying the adhesive and then placing the veneers over your teeth. This is painless and only takes a little while.

Once the veneers are in place, they must be allowed to set and adhere. The patient should avoid eating hard foods for 24 hours after getting the veneers. After the veneers have been set for a while, they will gradually begin to feel more and more natural over time until it eventually feels like there’s nothing on your teeth. A set of veneers typically lasts 5 to 7 years if well maintained before needing to be replaced with new ones.