Cornelius area residents ask, “Are porcelain veneers right for me?”

Your smile is a huge part of who you are and your life. When you look at yourself in the mirror and smile, you want to be happy with the reflection you see. If you are embarrassed or upset with issues in your smile, it can cause you to avoid social situations, and have you feeling down about yourself. If you are tired of feeling like your smile doesn’t match the way you feel, it’s time to call Holistic Dental Centers to learn more about options for correcting your teeth.

For patients who want to achieve a dramatic makeover, porcelain veneers offer the ability to transform your smile. Veneers are small pieces of porcelain that are bonded to the front of teeth to cover a variety of imperfections. It’s amazing what a few thin strips of porcelain can do to improve the appearance of the teeth.

Veneers are for patients with adequate tooth structure, they are not a restorative treatment. They are not recommended for patients who have a great deal of damage or decay. For those instances, we may recommend dental crowns to restore functionality and appearance to the teeth. We will work with you to provide an examination and recommend the best form of treatment for your unique situation.

Porcelain veneers can treat several issues, including:

Tooth Discoloration

We all know that teeth whitening is the “go-to”� option for discolored teeth, but there are certain situations in which stains are not responsive to bleaching agents. For patients who have teeth that are affected by tetracycline stains, porcelain veneers are a great solution. The veneers cover the stains, and can allow you to enjoy that brighter, whiter smile you’ve dreamed about.

Misalignment

Teeth that have minor alignment issues or are crooked can be covered with veneers. They are a great alternative to orthodontics for patients without major issues.

Gaps

Because veneers are attached to the front of teeth, they can help cover small gaps in-between teeth. With veneers, teeth will appear straight and evenly spaced.

Regardless of the reason, improving your smile can be just a few simple dental visits away. If you are in the Cornelius area and are ready to find out how porcelain veneers can transform your smile and your life, call us today, we have offices in Cornelius and in Cary.

Holistic Dental Centers in Cary and Cornelius, NC offer many general and cosmetic options, designed to protect patients’ oral health, as well as overall health and well-being.

Dr. Carl McMillan is a holistic dentist with a medical degree from the College of Dental Medicine of the Medical University of South Carolina. Due to his expertise, he was honored with the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT) presidency. He is compassionate towards patients and committed to providing them with safe, toxic-free dental treatments to help them maintain a happy and healthy smile.

Dr. Luis Crespo obtained his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the West Virginia University School of Dentistry. An IAOMT member, he believes prevention is the best medicine and strives to educate both patients and parents on the benefits of maintaining a healthy mind, body, and spirit. He has served underprivileged communities across the world.

Dr. Erin Wilbanks graduated from Louisiana State University School of Dentistry in New Orleans with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. She is an accredited IAOMT member, is SMART (Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique) certified and is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry.