By Arthur Kezian

There are many techniques and tools used in the field of cosmetic dentistry, and one of the most prominent of them involves porcelain veneers. It is ideas such as these that have rendered it unnecessary to rely on less than perfect forms of dentistry or live with dental problems without having them solved. Porcelain crowns have played a major role in eliminating embarrassing social situations and letting people move in social settings with confidence. In Los Angeles, porcelain crowns are used to restore normalcy to teeth that could have been damaged or stained for any reason. Using this simple and effective treatment, teeth are made to shine again, with no more reason to hide. Veneer is, as the name indicates, a very thin layer of material, shaped just like the tooth. Your dentist places the layer over the stained tooth to form the façade, thus removing the dull shades of the past with the shine that can be substituted by none.

Porcelain veneers are used to treat all kinds of stains as well as broken as well as fractured or disfigured teeth, and are considered a boon for those who have searched for the solution to their dental problem in vain. Porcelain veneers form an important part in rectification of dental problems that do not come under the purview of orthodontics. Porcelain veneers form one of the predominantly used material for the purpose, along with the other kind of material commonly referred to as composite.

The difference between composite and porcelain veneers is that of the way in which the two materials could be fabricated on to the teeth. Composite could be applied directly on to the teeth to give it the appearance and sheen, while the fabrication of porcelain veneer is invariably indirect. The other difference is that porcelain crowns tend to be stronger and last longer when compared to composites, which makes for its popularity. As long as you realize that Los Angeles porcelain veneers are not to be thought of as shortcuts to brighter teeth, but as formal solutions that have to be accompanied by proper dental advice from your dentist , you only have so much to gain out of the technology that would make you smile comfortably.

Dr. Arthur A. Kezian DDS 443 N. Larchmont Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90004 (323) 467-2777