{"id":795,"date":"2022-06-15T20:16:00","date_gmt":"2022-06-15T20:16:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pvcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/?p=795"},"modified":"2022-07-01T20:19:09","modified_gmt":"2022-07-01T20:19:09","slug":"how-much-enamel-is-removed-for-porcelain-veneers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pvcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/2022\/06\/how-much-enamel-is-removed-for-porcelain-veneers\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much of My Enamel Is Removed for Porcelain Veneers?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pvcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/row-of-veneers-in-front-of-patient.jpg\" alt=\"Patient at dentist\u2019s office receiving porcelain veneers.\" class=\"wp-image-796\" width=\"314\" height=\"210\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pvcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/row-of-veneers-in-front-of-patient.jpg 624w, https:\/\/www.pvcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/row-of-veneers-in-front-of-patient-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 314px) 100vw, 314px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pvcompletedentistry.com\/veneers.html\">Porcelain veneers<\/a> are top tier when it comes to correcting teeth with aesthetic issues! This treatment option has become widely sought-after due to its remarkable results coupled with its impressive longevity. That said, if you\u2019re interested in receiving porcelain veneers to address the minor imperfections present in your smile, you should know that your dentist will have to remove a small portion of your tooth enamel to place your veneers. Keep reading to learn more about why this part of the process is necessary, and why you have absolutely nothing to be concerned about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Does Enamel Need to Be Removed for Veneers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Veneers are thin shells composed of dental porcelain that are used to conceal minor aesthetic issues including chipped teeth, discoloration, gaps between teeth and more. Although they\u2019re very thin and meant to replicate the outer surfaces of your teeth, they would still appear bulky and unnatural if they were simply placed over your teeth as is. That said, a portion of your tooth enamel must be removed to achieve the best possible natural-looking results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Much Enamel Will Be Removed?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It might sound a little alarming to hear that your dentist will have to remove enamel from your teeth for you to receive veneers. But it\u2019s important to remember that dentists will prioritize a conservative approach when it comes to treatment. That said, they will only remove a very minimal amount of enamel when preparing your teeth, approximately only half of a millimeter\u2014roughly the thickness of your fingernail. Your teeth still need to be healthy and strong enough to support the veneers, after all!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Happens Once the Enamel Has Been Removed?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After your teeth have been prepared and a sufficient amount of enamel has been shaved off, the rest of the process is relatively straightforward. Your dentist will take impressions of your mouth which are then sent off to the lab where a specialist will craft your veneers. In the meantime, you\u2019ll be given temporary veneers to \u201ctest-drive\u201d your new smile. But once your permanent veneers are ready and placed, you\u2019re set to enjoy all the benefits they have to offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Porcelain veneers can do a lot for your smile, enhancing both its look and feel! That said, having a small amount of enamel shaved to ensure that your veneers work as intended is a small price to pay, and certainly nothing that should cause you any issues. Talk with your dentist if you\u2019re curious about receiving veneers to enhance your smile; it\u2019s well worth it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ponte Vedra Complete Dentistry serves the dental needs of the Ponte Vedra Beach community under the leadership of Dr. Kristopher Harth and Dr. Eric Townsend! The practice is proud to offer a wide range of available services, including many cosmetic treatment options like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pvcompletedentistry.com\/veneers.html\">porcelain veneers<\/a>! If you have any questions about veneers or would like to schedule a visit, you can contact the practice <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pvcompletedentistry.com\/contact-us.html\">online<\/a> or give them a call at (904) 285-7711.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Porcelain veneers are top tier when it comes to correcting teeth with aesthetic issues! This treatment option has become widely sought-after due to its remarkable results coupled with its impressive longevity. 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