Composite Veneer
 The
major advantage of the
composite veneer is treatment time. If
composite is used, the veneers can be done in one appointment. The
dentist will actually make the veneer directly on the prepared tooth.
The veneer is then smoothed and polished to look
like your natural teeth. Since it takes only one appointment, you
can leave St Louis Prosthodontic Care with a brand new smile.
One of the disadvantages of composite veneers is
that they are not as strong as the porcelain veneer and therefore are
more prone to fracture. However, if a fracture does occur, they
can be easily repaired by Dr. Shea because the same material that was used
initially to make the veneer can be added in the same manner to fix it.
Another disadvantage is that the color, although
stable, is not as stable as the same porcelain veneer restoration.
This means that over time the veneers may get darker or turn yellow.
Eventually this change in color can warrant the replacement of the
veneers.
If you have any questions regarding composite
veneers, please feel free to call our office at (314) 822-9446.
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