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Porcelain veneers represent one of the best values in cosmetic dentistry, capable of radically changing a person\u2019s smile with little tooth surface preparation. Still, the small amount of tooth enamel usually removed to accommodate them will permanently alter the affected teeth, to the point they will require a veneer or other restoration from then on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The traditional veneer has remarkable versatility for solving a number of minor cosmetic problems, correcting mild tooth positioning problems and replacing lost or damaged enamel. But to avoid an unnatural bulky appearance, a portion of the tooth enamel must be permanently removed to accommodate them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In recent years, though, a new concept known as \u201cprepless veneers\u201d has emerged in the field of cosmetic dentistry. Understandably, this new, \u201cdrill-free\u201d veneer application has caused a lot of debate among dentists and patients alike, with concerns of bulky, overly-contoured teeth resulting from the technique. But the concept is growing as many well-regarded dentists have incorporated both minimal prep and prepless veneers into their service offerings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The prepless veneer offers a cosmetic solution that doesn\u2019t alter the tooth permanently. Using techniques such as feathering, which tapers and blends the veneer seamlessly with the tooth at the gum line, we can avoid an unnatural appearance while offering patients a much less invasive outcome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The main disadvantage of prepless veneers at this time is that they\u2019re not appropriate in every case. In fact, careful patient selection is a key to a successful outcome. For example, relatively large teeth or teeth positioned too far forward don\u2019t work well with an added layer of thickness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If, on the other hand, you have small, short or worn teeth, or teeth overshadowed by your lips \u2014 just to name a few likely scenarios \u2014 then you may benefit immensely from prepless veneers without permanent alteration to your teeth. A detailed examination is your first step to finding out if this new technique could provide you with a less-invasive smile makeover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


If you would like more information on drill-free porcelain veneers, please contact us<\/a> or schedule an appointment<\/a> for a consultation. You can also learn more about this topic by reading the Dear Doctor<\/em> magazine article \u201cPorcelain Veneers without the Drill<\/a>.\u201d
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