At Knight Dental Care, veneers are used to help patients in Midland, MI to improve how their smile looks and functions. While they are a great choice for many patients, they don’t always work for patients with weakened tooth enamel. For those patients, we offer no-prep veneers. Dr. Edward Knight is trained at both diagnosing and treating many different oral health issues. These no-prep veneers require no removal of existing enamel, which is why it benefits certain patients with weakened enamel or enamel erosion.
What can no-prep veneers correct?
Dr. Knight uses no-prep veneers to help patients in Midland, MI correct:
- Cracks or chips
- Crooked teeth
- Discoloration
- Overlapping teeth
- Uneven alignment or spacing
These veneers help create straighter and whiter smiles. They also are successful at protecting the surface of damaged teeth.
What are no-prep veneers?
Because there is no preparation of the teeth needed, patients at Knight Dental Care spend less time in the chair when getting no-prep veneers. During your first visit to Knight Dental Care, Dr. Knight creates a custom set that fits you best. They are custom-made to match the shade and shape of your natural teeth. Temporaries aren’t needed with this veneer type. Once they are ready, you will re-visit our office and have your no-prep veneers bonded to the front surface of your teeth.
Do no-prep veneers hurt?
No, they don’t. This is because there is no grinding down of existing tooth enamel. Once your no-prep veneers are bonded, you also won’t experience any post-treatment tooth sensitivity. These veneers aren’t permanent. They are reversible as your natural teeth underneath remain both strong and intact. With proper care, your no-prep veneers can last up to 20 years.
How to care for your no-prep veneers best
No-prep veneers won’t last forever. This makes it important that you care for your teeth and gums at home. An efficient oral hygiene routine includes regular brushing and flossing, which removes plaque and food particles that can lead to tooth decay or periodontal disease. Annual dental exams and biannual dental cleanings help Dr. Knight to catch oral health problems early on and also allow us to know when you need your veneers replaced. Ultimately, the better that you care for your teeth, the better they will look and feel.
Learn if no-prep veneers can improve your smile
When you’re looking for a way to improve your smile, Dr. Edward Knight at Knight Dental Care offers no-prep veneers in Midland, MI. He is experienced at helping his patients find viable options to repair and restore their smiles. During a consultation, he can determine if no-prep veneers will work for your oral health. If not, he can make treatment suggestions that you are a candidate for. To learn more about no-prep veneers, call our professional dental team today to schedule a consultation.