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Veneers are always worthwhile, given how quickly they can transform your grin. Still, the truth is that these shells<\/a> don\u2019t just alter your smile\u2019s looks; some tooth enamel is removed for veneers to ensure they\u2019re well-placed. You may want to know how much is \u201cshaved away\u201d before you commit to anything. The good news is that your Columbus cosmetic dentist will gladly \u201cfill you in.\u201d So, here\u2019s a primer on the veneer process, including why it removes enamel and how much is taken.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Context: The Dental  Veneer Process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The truth is that veneer placement isn\u2019t a \u201cone-and-done\u201d process. It normally involves two dental appointments: an initial \u201cprep\u201d visit and a later \u201cfinal placement.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prep Visit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The \u201cprep\u201d visit will adjust your teeth so the final veneers fit them well. For that task, a dentist will remove bits of enamel from each relevant tooth. They\u2019ll then create a mold of your mouth \u2013 an impression – and send it to a dental lab. Using the impression, lab workers will craft your final veneers in just 2-3 weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Final Placement<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

After the \u201cprep\u201d work, you\u2019ll have your placement session a few weeks later. This visit is when your dental team will cement the final veneers, ensuring the shells don\u2019t fall off your smile. They\u2019ll then make last-minute adjustments, making your whole smile look wonderful. From there, the veneers should look lifelike and blend seamlessly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why is Enamel Removed for Treatment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Removing enamel may sound harsh, but it\u2019s a crucial step in veneer treatment. The porcelain shells for your teeth won\u2019t work otherwise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You see, removing some enamel helps the veneers stay in place. Getting rid of small amounts creates a surface where the shells can stick. If none were removed, your veneers would likely fall off your teeth after placement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shaving your enamel also stops the veneers from looking bulky. Even if the shells could \u201cstick\u201d without removal work, they\u2019d still seem unnatural and draw unwanted attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Much Enamel is Removed?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Rest assured, dentists don\u2019t \u201ctake\u201d much enamel during the veneer process. The removed amounts are so small that your oral health won\u2019t suffer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In general, veneer placement only shaves off 0.5mm of your enamel. This tiny bit is removed so veneers can lay flat against the tooth while keeping your smile intact. After all, dentists don\u2019t want to remove too much \u2013 that\u2019d greatly alter your tooth structure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While enamel is removed for veneers, that shouldn\u2019t stop you from getting treatment. Talk to your dentist about trying the shells for yourself!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Artistry Smile Center<\/a> is based in Columbus, OH. Led by the wonderful Drs. Courtney and Cox<\/a>, our practice makes patients\u2019 smiles look like true art! That means our preventive, cosmetic, and restorative treatments can make any grin healthy and gorgeous for years. Whether you need a dental checkup or dental veneers, our team has you covered! For more details or to book a visit, you can reach us on our website<\/a><\/u> or by phone at (614)-451-7393.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Veneers are always worthwhile, given how quickly they can transform your grin. Still, the truth is that these shells don\u2019t just alter your smile\u2019s looks; some tooth enamel is removed for veneers to ensure they\u2019re well-placed. You may want to know how much is \u201cshaved away\u201d before you commit to anything. The good news is […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-756","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nHow Much Enamel is Removed for Veneers? | Artistry Smile Center<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"If you didn\u2019t already know, some tooth enamel is removed for veneers. 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