503.690.0400 Instant Orthodontics
Orthodontics in Portland, Oregon
When you hear the word “orthodontics” do you think of metal braces, years of discomfort to straighten your teeth and then years of wearing a retainer to keep that smile beautiful? Well, instant orthodontics is very different from that!
Instant orthodontics is another name for porcelain veneers.
If you have small gaps between your front teeth, or small chips or stains, or if one of those front teeth is a little crooked, porcelain veneers might be the best and quickest way to correct everything at once.
What are porcelain veneers?
Porcelain is a dental ceramic material and by itself is brittle. But when it’s shaped and bonded to your tooth surface by an experienced cosmetic dentist, it becomes part of that tooth. It then provides a stronger, more stain-resistant surface than the tooth had originally. Instead of taking years, your new, beautiful smile can be realized in just two visits to Dr. Matin, not counting the initial consultation and a follow-up visit later on.
The instant orthodontics procedure
In your initial consultation where all your questions will be answered, and your treatments discussed, you can schedule the rest of your visits.
In your first veneers visit, your teeth will be ever so slightly shaved down, to accommodate the veneers and then a mold, or impression, will be taken of your teeth. Dr. Matin will send it to the dental lab that will fabricate the veneers. This process takes about two weeks.
In your second visit, Dr. Matin will bond the veneers to your teeth. At first she’ll place them temporarily. You and she will both assess how they look and feel, and she’ll make any minor adjustments necessary, such as slightly reducing their size, or modifying their thickness in places. When you’re both satisfied, she’ll bond them permanently and they’ll now be a part of your teeth.
A few weeks later, you can go for a check up visit to insure that your veneers fit properly, are remaining in place, and feel comfortable.
And that’s instant orthodontics – nothing like traditional metal braces, is it? Beautifully straight, white teeth can be yours in just a few weeks!
If you think you might be a candidate for instant orthodontics,or even clear braces, contact Dr. Matin today. She is a specialist in instant orthodontics and will be glad to explain things to you and answer your questions. Call or email us today!
