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A beautiful smile can change how you carry yourself every day. If you have chipped, stained, or slightly crooked teeth, you might be considering dental veneers. At the office of Irving S. Lebovics, DDS, in the Beverly Grove neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA, we specialize in custom cosmetic dentistry to help you achieve your aesthetic goals.
Led by Dr. Irving S. Lebovics, our Beverly Grove practice focuses on creating natural-looking smiles that last. While veneers are a popular way to upgrade your look, they are also a serious dental treatment. The American Dental Association notes that veneers are irreversible because they permanently alter your natural teeth. Understanding the science behind this treatment helps you make the best decision for your oral health.
Many advertisements promise a perfect smile overnight. However, a true smile redesign is a careful, multi-step medical process. We first evaluate your teeth, create a diagnostic model, and ensure your gums are completely healthy.
If you have active decay or gum disease, we must treat those issues first. This ensures your new restorations have a stable, clean foundation. In our office, we guide you through each phase so you know exactly what to expect.
Veneers are thin ceramic shells that bond to the front of your teeth. To place them, we gently prepare the tooth surface while preserving as much of your natural enamel as possible.
Why is enamel so important? Research shows that veneers bond more than twice as strongly to your outer enamel as they do to the deeper layers of your tooth. That means we will never aggressively shave your teeth down just to fix major crowding. If your teeth are significantly out of alignment, we may suggest straightening them first before cosmetic treatments. Our priority is always to protect your healthy, natural tooth structure.
Veneers are a long-term investment in your appearance, but they do require lifetime maintenance. They are highly durable, but they are not indestructible.
A systematic review of 6,500 veneers found a 10-year estimated survival rate of 95.5%. Over time, veneers can chip, wear down, or require replacement. To protect your investment, we offer custom night guards if you tend to grind your teeth. Regular cleanings at our Los Angeles office also help keep your restorations in perfect shape.
Ready to explore how custom veneers can enhance your smile? We invite you to schedule a visit with our team today. Let us help you design a healthy, beautiful smile that you can show off with confidence.