Porcelain Veneers
in Maple Ridge

We receive many patients at our practice who are looking to fix cosmetic issues with their natural teeth. One of the ways Dr. Raymond L. Chow can help these patients is by using porcelain dental veneers. Dental veneers are thin shells made from porcelain that are bonded to the surface of your teeth. While it is true that veneers can be made from other materials, porcelain is the one most commonly used as it blends in well among your natural teeth while also being durable enough to last. Our patients tend to prefer veneers to other treatments, such as crowns, because they don’t require as much altercation to your natural teeth as other treatments do.

We encourage our patients residing in the Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, and Mission areas of Vancouver, BC to read on to learn more about how this treatment can repair their damaged smile.

What Are Porcelain Dental Veneers Used For?

Dental veneers are one of the best treatments for covering up cosmetic flaws in your natural teeth. They are bonded to your teeth in a way that makes them appear perfectly natural. Some of the flaws veneers are used to treat include:

• Teeth that are discolored and can’t be treated with teeth whitening.
• Teeth that are chipped or broken, or are simply worn down.
• Teeth that are irregularly shaped, making them look uneven.
• Teeth that are misaligned.
• Teeth that are separated by large gaps.

Are you finding yourself smiling less because of cosmetic flaws marring your teeth? If so, you may want to consider treatment with porcelain dental veneers. Veneers are made to perfectly match your teeth down to their color and texture.

The Porcelain Veneer Process

The process behind porcelain dental veneers is actually very simple. In fact, it can be broken down into three simple steps, which include:

1. The first step to having your teeth repaired with porcelain veneers is to attend a consultation with Dr. Chow at his Vancouver, BC area practice. During your consultation, the doctor will work with you to determine the type of results you are looking for and will then examine your teeth to ensure that veneers are the best option for your needs.
2. The next step is to have your teeth prepared for your veneers. This involves Dr. Chow removing about half a millimeter of enamel from the surface of the teeth being treated. Once this layer is removed, we will take an impression of your teeth, which will be used to create your personalized veneers.
3. After a week or two, your new veneers will be prepared and you will return to our practice so that they can be bonded to your teeth. Using a special cement, your veneers will be bonded to the front of the teeth being treated. Once in place, Dr. Chow will remove any excess cement and then check to ensure that the veneer is in its proper place.