Laminates, or veneers, are one of the oldest and best-known ways for improving the appearance of one's teeth. Simply put, they are hard ceramic coverings, cut extremely thin and precisely, that fit over your teeth to improve their look, color and alignment. Laminates are actually as thin as contact lenses, so you won't feel as if you are wearing an extra coating on your teeth. Furthermore, the application process does not dictate a great deal of grinding of the natural tooth surface, so you won't feel pain during the procedure. If you believe you have never seen such veneers in person, the chances are far more likely that you simply didn't notice because of their subtlety.

Which people are good candidates for a dental laminate? Because this is a cosmetic procedure, many people opt to have it done as a quick way to address inconsistencies in shape, color or alignment of their teeth. If you have a chipped or broken tooth, a laminate can instantly restore its appearance without in any way weakening your bite.

The good news is that the technology for such laminates has improved considerably over the last few decades. At the offices of Dr. Meir Agaki, we take pride in offering the very latest materials and durable porcelain bonding techniques. That means when we fix the problem, you don't have to worry about it ever coming undone unless you opt for such a procedure yourself.

Call or write today if you want more information about the cost and time commitment associated with this simple procedure. With a simple impression and a few days, we can have you back out looking like a new person with a dazzling, straight smile. As always, we are available to answer any questions you have.