{"id":58,"date":"2019-06-28T13:53:45","date_gmt":"2019-06-28T13:53:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.edgewooddentalmc.com\/blog\/?p=58"},"modified":"2019-06-28T13:53:45","modified_gmt":"2019-06-28T13:53:45","slug":"5-facts-on-porcelain-veneers-in-michigan-city","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.edgewooddentalmc.com\/blog\/2019\/06\/28\/5-facts-on-porcelain-veneers-in-michigan-city\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Things To Know Before Getting Porcelain Veneers In Michigan City"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-59\" src=\"https:\/\/www.edgewooddentalmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_141726855__1554813463_61003-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"person talking and covering their mouth\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.edgewooddentalmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_141726855__1554813463_61003-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.edgewooddentalmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_141726855__1554813463_61003-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.edgewooddentalmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_141726855__1554813463_61003.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>After years of dealing with crooked, misaligned, chipped, broken, and discolored teeth, you just want to be able to\u00a0show off your smile instead of hiding it behind your hand. Investing in your grin can boost your self-confidence and help you get the most out of social situations. Carrying anxiety with you every time you laugh is a lot of weight on your shoulders. Getting porcelain veneers in Michigan City can give you the selfie-ready smile you\u2019ve always dreamed of. Read on for 5 facts you\u2019ll want to know before visiting your dentist for a consultation for dental veneers.<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>Anyone Can Benefit, But They\u2019re Not Vital To Your Oral Health<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgewooddentalmc.com\/porcelain-veneers.html\">Porcelain veneers<\/a> have a laundry list of benefits to offer any patient that wants to get them. If you\u2019re looking to improve one or multiple cosmetic imperfections, veneers can help. For example, if you\u2019ve had to undergo braces treatment multiple times and your teeth have slightly shifted again, you\u2019re probably fed up with all the brackets and wires. Not only can veneers help conceal your misaligned teeth, but they can also permanently whiten them.<\/p>\n<h2>One Tooth, Or Your Entire Mouth &#8211;\u00a0Your Dentist Has You Covered<\/h2>\n<p>A great feature about this cosmetic procedure is that if you would just like to get one of your teeth fixed, you can. So, depending on what kind of budget you have and your needs, you can customize your porcelain veneer treatment accordingly. Be sure to consult your cosmetic dentist in Michigan City to help determine what the best option for you would be.<\/p>\n<h2>The Color Of Your Veneers<\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re getting porcelain veneers so you can enjoy a brighter smile, remember that your teeth are never naturally white &#8211; they\u2019re various shades of off-white. So, your cosmetic dentist will match the color of your veneers to the rest of your mouth, so they appear natural and fit in with the rest of your smile.<\/p>\n<h2>Temporary Veneers First, Permanent After<\/h2>\n<p>When you visit your cosmetic dentist for a consultation and decide that porcelain veneers are the best option for you, they will begin preparing your smile. They make a mold of your teeth and craft temporary veneers from a liquid composite material. Your temporary veneers won\u2019t be as shiny as your permanent ones, and they don\u2019t fit as seamlessly into your smile, but keep in mind that you\u2019ll only wear them for about 5 to 7 days. It also gives you a glance into what your life will be like with your custom-made permanent veneers.<\/p>\n<h2>Prepping Your Teeth For Veneers<\/h2>\n<p>Your dentist will prepare your teeth to receive your permanent veneers by shaving off a small amount of your enamel. This is usually less than\u00a0.5 millimeters, just enough so your veneers fit into your mouth without looking bulky or protruding.<\/p>\n<p>Making an investment in your smile can boost your confidence and make you want to get out and meet new people. Having a smile you\u2019re proud to show off is a great feeling! To start your journey to get a selfie-ready smile, schedule a consultation with your cosmetic dentist.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Dr. Vidas Noreika has been giving his patients bright and healthy smiles since 1991. He is an active member of several professional organizations including the American Dental Association. He also regularly takes continuing education courses\u00a0so he stays up-to-date with the latest advancements in his field. He knows how important it can be to have an aesthetically pleasing smile, which is why he offers a variety of cosmetic procedures including porcelain veneers. For questions or to schedule a consultation for veneers, visit Edgewood Dental\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgewooddentalmc.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or contact 219-898-4545.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>After years of dealing with crooked, misaligned, chipped, broken, and discolored teeth, you just want to be able to\u00a0show off your smile instead of hiding it behind your hand. Investing in your grin can boost your self-confidence and help you get the most out of social situations. 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