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The first porcelain veneers were invented by Charles Pincus, a dentist from California. At the time, veneers were only held on by denture adhesive, which made them uncomfortable for use. Today, with improved cements and bonding agents, porcelain veneers can already last up to 30 years or so. However, they may need a replacement in this time due to cracking, leaking, chipping, discoloration, decay, shrinkage of the gum line, and damage from injury.
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Porcelain veneers are one of the best ways to improve the appearance of the teeth. They usually show clean mimicry of a natural tooth’s surface composition and lasts for a long time. Dentists such as those in California Smile Design use porcelain veneers for people who have badly positioned teeth or have wide spaces between them. The material can close these spaces, elongate short teeth, fill black triangles caused by gum recession, provide a uniform color, shape, and symmetry, and make the teeth appear straight. In addition, some porcelain veneers are fused with a semi-precious metal or precious metal such as gold, for extra strength.
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Porcelain veneers are stain-resistant. Unlike other cosmetic dental bonding materials, porcelain is a smooth, impermeable ceramic, and therefore will not pick up permanent stain from cigarette smoking or from richly colored drinks and food products.
Additional information about California Smile Design’s dental services can be accessed at www.calsmiledesign.com.
