Dental veneers are cosmetic dentistry that provides patients with an aesthetically flawless tooth when applied by a competent dentist.
Veneers, when done correctly, are safe and effective at obtaining desired outcomes, but they are not without drawbacks.
We’ll go over some frequently asked questions regarding dental veneers in this article, so you know what to anticipate before embarking on your road to a fresh new smile with veneers.
What exactly are dental veneers?
Dental veneers are extremely thin shells permanently bonded to the front of your teeth. They are often applied on your front teeth and colour matched to the rest of your teeth to blend in.
Veneers may be composed of porcelain or a composite material, with advantages and disadvantages that we shall discuss in full below.
The procedure of veneering
To produce veneers for your teeth, you must first have a scan or moulds of the region obtained. We utilise iTero Elements 2 Intraoral scanning at No Frills Dental because it is rapid and painless.
After scanning, you will need to return to the dentist’s chair a few times to finish the job. We will prepare your teeth for veneers during your initial appointment.
The preparatory process includes shaving or cutting the enamel of the teeth that will receive the veneers. Then, to make room for the veneer to be glued to each tooth, the enamel is scraped by 0.5 to 1 mm. To ensure a precise fit, this is done on the front of the teeth and a bit in between where your teeth rest beside each other.
The back of your teeth, which are untouched by the veneers, are never trimmed or shaved.
You will be fitted with temporary veneers after the preparation to keep you comfortable, while your permanent ones are custom-made by the dental laboratory.
Your permanent veneers will be attached to your teeth with dental cement when you return for your second appointment a week or two later. Again, minor veneer adjustments will be performed while you are there, and you will leave with your new smile.
Is it possible for me to have veneers?
Veneers may be appropriate for you if you want to improve the appearance of your smile but do not need structural repair and can afford the cost of veneers. For example, you may have stains, discolouration, or slightly crooked or uneven teeth.
If your dental health is typically excellent and you need cosmetic improvements, veneers may give you a tremendous confidence boost and a lovely smile.
Veneers, on the other hand, are not for everyone. If you have cracked or damaged teeth, you should consider a therapeutic dental operation like dental crowns. Veneers are a cosmetic remedy, but they do not provide structural support.
Good oral health is necessary to maintain the health of your teeth and the life of your dental veneers. As a result, persons with periodontal disease may not be good candidates for veneers.
If you grind your teeth, you may not be a good choice since the veneers will be constantly damaged.