{"id":27805,"date":"2020-08-19T06:00:42","date_gmt":"2020-08-19T10:00:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/coatesvilletimes.com\/?p=27805"},"modified":"2020-08-08T10:02:20","modified_gmt":"2020-08-08T14:02:20","slug":"a-new-spin-on-an-old-idea-can-give-you-a-better-smile-quick","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/coatesvilletimes.com\/?p=27805","title":{"rendered":"A new spin on an old idea can give you a better smile, quick"},"content":{"rendered":"

By Dr. Stephanie McGann<\/strong>,\u00a0DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times<\/em><\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>A more beautiful smile can be yours today, yes really.<\/p>\n

Sometimes we need to revisit the past to find something new.\u00a0 How about a nicer whiter smile today.\u00a0 Years ago people got their teeth \u201cbonded\u201d. It was the new tooth colored materials that allowed dentists to hand sculpt a better looking tooth in just one visit.\u00a0 Bonding went by the wayside when porcelain veneers were developed. I believe there is still a place for a faster, less costly solution.<\/p>\n

What has changed? Simple, some new tools allow dentists to make bonded restorations more simply.\u00a0 Old school bonding could take hours and in the end cost just as much as having the laboratory fabricate the veneer.\u00a0 New materials and techniques allow us to make composite veneers in a fraction of the time of old school bonding. The composites are better as well. I\u2019m referring to using a tool called a UVeneer template.<\/p>\n

A Composite veneer does not replace a longer lasting\u00a0 porcelain laminate but it is a great option for someone who needs a better smile in a hurry.\u00a0 Events such as weddings, reunions or job interviews are some of the reasons why people want a fast and less costly solution to their dental cosmetic needs. Sometimes a bonded veneer is a starting place while other dentistry is being performed before a final porcelain solution is available.<\/p>\n

The difference between a porcelain laminate veneer, sometimes just called veneers is that the teeth are prepared for the laminates, an impression is taken and the veneers are made by a ceramist in a laboratory.\u00a0 Later at a second visit they are bonded into place.\u00a0 A composite veneer is made all in one visit, customized for your individual needs.<\/p>\n

Pros and Cons:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Porcelain Laminate\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 UVeneer Composite Laminate<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Time \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Two visits (2-3 weeks apart)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Same Day<\/p>\n

Preparation\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Varies\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Usually minimal<\/p>\n

Longevity\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 5+ years\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 1-3 years<\/p>\n

Cost*\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Approx $1200\/tooth\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 $400-600\/tooth<\/p>\n

Whitening\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Can be very white\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Whiten within normal tooth shades<\/p>\n

Repairable\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Usually\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Yes<\/p>\n

Reversible\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Depending on amount of preparation\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Yes<\/p>\n

Thickness\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 approx 1mm\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Approx 1.5 – 2mm<\/p>\n

Diet \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Avoid extreme pressure\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Avoid extreme Pressure<\/p>\n

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*Many Network insurance plans have discounted fees available for their members in certain circumstances.<\/p>\n

Who is a candidate for a UVeneer smile?\u00a0 Many people choose UVeneers for a variety of reasons, sometimes it\u2019s to get a better smile for an event like a wedding.\u00a0 Others want a reversible or less invasive option.\u00a0 Maybe it\u2019s to close a space or reshape a worn smile whatever is the concern,\u00a0 your dentist can tell you if UVeneers are right for you.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s the process? First the dentist will evaluate if UVeneers are right for you. If teeth have decay, the decay will be repaired. Then the teeth are surface cleaned and etched. A plastic strip is placed between the teeth and composite resin is placed on the tooth. The presized, UVeneer template is firmly pressed on the tooth, excess is removed and a light is used to harden the material. This process is repeated for each tooth, usually 6-8 teeth in an arch.\u00a0 Ask your dentist if they place chairside composite veneers and if they are using the new UVeneer system.<\/p>\n

Of course, it wouldn\u2019t be fair if I didn’t mention to protect that smile and your health by wearing a mask in public and don\u2019t forget to wash your hands.<\/p>\n

Dr. Stephanie McGann, who has more than two decades of dental practice experience, is a resident of the Unionville area and owns and practices at Rainbow Valley Dental, in Valley. She is a past President of the Chester\/Delaware Dental Society and she is a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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