The aesthetics and longevity of Porcelain Veneers is dependent on the dentist preparing, creating and placing them. If not properly cemented, bacteria can become trapped and cause the tooth to decay. If you are going to invest in the cost and time of porcelain veneers, don’t you want the best? A highly skilled, specially trained surgical and restorative implant specialist?
Dr. Starr is Central Oregon’s Implant Specialist!
Benefits of Porcelain Veneers
- Strong and durable
- Natural appearance
- Prevent discoloration
- Low maintenance
- Minimally invasive
- Requires little enamel removal
- Quick cosmetic fix
Crowns
A dental crown (also known as a cap) is an artificial dental restoration that is placed over a tooth. Teeth that no longer have the strength to function, inhibit a proper bite, or that have undergone a root canal treatment may need a crown to prevent future damage and maintain tooth structure.
While there are several materials a crown can be made of, Dr. Starr uses the best choice, taking into consideration a person’s bite, esthetics and longevity. Just like a veneer, a dental crown’s success and longevity has to do with the treatment provider. Having earned the highest credentials in surgical and restorative and instructing Oregon Dentists surgical and restorative implantology skills , Dr. Starr and his team have the skills needed to successfully address all their patients’ restorative dental needs.
Reasons for a Dental Crown
- Broken or cracked teeth
- Teeth with large, leaking fillings
- Worn down teeth
- Teeth that have undergone a root canal
- Teeth with discolored fillings
- Teeth that are too small or misshapen
- Cover a dental implant
Composite Dental Bonding
Dental composite bonding is used to fill in missing or damaged enamel or dentin. It looks and functions as a patient’s natural tooth. Composite bonding requires little to no tooth reduction and is less costly than porcelain veneers or dental crowns. With the proper maintenance, it can be long lasting. It does require more maintenance than porcelain, although many times it is easily repaired.
