Roderick Garcia, DMD, is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. After graduating from the Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Dr. Garcia served as a dentist in a public health facility in Los Padillas, New Mexico. He started his private practice in 1985. In his practice, Roderick Garcia, DMD, performs a wide range of dental cosmetic procedures, such as applying dental veneers.

Also known as porcelain laminates and porcelain veneers, dental veneers are tooth-colored shells designed to enhance the cosmetic appearance of the teeth. Veneers can be made out of porcelain or resin composite. Once applied, veneers can alter the shape, color, and size of teeth. 

A dentist may recommend dental veneers for several reasons. Some people are born with abnormally spaced teeth that need to be closed, while others have chipped or uneven teeth due to general wear and tear. 

In some instances, the enamel covering the surface of the teeth may be worn out due to smoking or consumption of acidic beverages. Dentists may also prescribe dental veneers for teeth discoloration caused by a root canal, resin fillings, or the use of tetracycline.
For more information contact us at 505-821-6119 or visit our website at www.roderickgarciadmd.com