Tired of hiding your smile, wishing you could correct those chips, gaps, or discolorations? Imagine the freedom of a perfectly radiant, confident smile that lights up every room you enter. At Davie Advanced Dentistry, home of the best dentists in Davie, we understand that a beautiful smile can transform your life. Under the artistic guidance of Dr. Abbo, we craft stunning porcelain veneers, offering a natural-looking solution to achieve your dream smile.
Call Davie Advanced Dentistry today at (954) 434-3331 for a consultation. We welcome individuals from Plantation, Cooper City, and Southwest Ranches to explore this life-changing cosmetic dentistry treatment option.
Porcelain veneers are thin, custom-made shells of medical-grade ceramic that are meticulously bonded to the front surface of your teeth. These tooth-colored shells are designed to enhance the appearance of your smile by concealing imperfections. They are a highly versatile cosmetic dental solution, capable of concealing a wide range of aesthetic concerns and creating a dramatic yet natural smile enhancement.
Modern porcelain veneers are crafted with incredible artistry and precision. When placed by a skilled cosmetic dentist like Dr. Abbo, dental veneers are customized to fit your unique facial features and desired aesthetic, resulting in a smile that looks incredibly natural, harmonious, and beautiful, not “fake” or “too perfect.” Veneers are often made from porcelain or resin-composite materials, each offering distinct benefits for achieving your ideal smile.
The procedure for placing porcelain veneers is generally not painful. Dr. Abbo uses local anesthesia to numb the teeth and surrounding gums, ensuring you feel comfortable during the preparation and bonding stages.
While a small amount of tooth enamel (typically less than a millimeter) is removed from the front surface of the teeth to accommodate the veneers, this is a controlled and minimal preparation. This conservative approach preserves a significant portion of your natural tooth structure, even helping to prevent decay.
Porcelain veneers are a powerful tool for addressing various cosmetic dental concerns, often crafted in a dental lab, offering a comprehensive smile makeover:
Your journey begins with a detailed consultation with Dr. Abbo. We’ll discuss your aesthetic aspirations, evaluate your oral health, and determine if porcelain veneers are the ideal solution for your smile goals. We may use digital imaging to help you visualize your potential new smile. This is a collaborative phase where your input is crucial to the design.
For most porcelain veneers, a small amount of enamel (typically less than a millimeter) is gently removed from the front surface of the teeth. This minimal preparation allows the veneers to bond securely and sit flush with your natural teeth, avoiding a bulky appearance. After preparation, precise impressions (molds) of your teeth are taken.
While your custom porcelain veneers are being meticulously crafted in a specialized dental laboratory, Dr. Abbo may place temporary veneers. These protect your prepared teeth and give you a preview of your new smile’s shape and size, allowing you to provide feedback. The mold of your tooth sent to the dental laboratory usually takes 2-4 weeks to return with the veneers, ensuring a precise and tailored fit.
Once your permanent, custom-made porcelain veneers arrive from the lab, you’ll return to our Davie, FL office. Dr. Abbo will carefully remove the temporary veneers and then meticulously bond the permanent ones to your teeth using a strong, long-lasting dental adhesive. The dentist cements the veneer to the tooth and uses UV light to harden the cement quickly, ensuring a secure and durable bond.
Determining if you are a good candidate involves a careful evaluation by our dental team at Davie Advanced Dentistry. We assess your oral health and listen closely to your aesthetic goals. Generally, ideal candidates for porcelain and composite veneers are:
Choosing porcelain veneers at Davie Advanced Dentistry offers several benefits, leading to a long-lasting, perfected smile that enhances your appearance and confidence. These advantages go beyond immediate cosmetic improvements:
With proper care, your porcelain veneers can remain beautiful and strong for many years, often lasting 10 to 15 years or even longer. Here’s how to maintain your radiant new composite resin veneers:
Porcelain veneers are highly versatile and can correct a wide range of cosmetic concerns, including severe discoloration that doesn’t respond to whitening, chips, cracks, minor gaps between teeth, uneven tooth shapes or sizes, and slight misalignment, creating a more uniform and appealing smile.
The procedure for placing porcelain veneers is generally not painful. Dr. Abbo uses local anesthesia to numb the teeth and gums, ensuring your comfort during the preparation and bonding stages. Any mild sensitivity afterward is usually temporary and manageable.
With proper care and good oral hygiene, porcelain veneers are a durable and long-lasting cosmetic solution. They typically last 10 to 15 years, and sometimes even longer. Regular dental checkups and avoiding habits like biting on hard objects help extend their lifespan.
Caring for porcelain veneers is similar to caring for your natural teeth. You should brush twice a day with a non-abrasive toothpaste, floss daily, and maintain regular dental checkups and cleanings at Davie Advanced Dentistry.