If you're looking for ways to help improve the appearance and function of your teeth, dental veneers may be exactly what you're searching for. Today, our Brandon dentists share five reasons why you may want to consider dental veneers.
What Are Veneers?
Dental veneers are wafer-thin, custom-made slices of porcelain made to precisely fit the shape of an individual tooth. The veneer is then bonded to the front of the tooth to change its appearance.
To begin the dental veneer process your dentist will take an impression of your teeth, which will be used to create your custom veneers. The veneers will then be bonded directly to the fronts of your natural teeth. Dental veneers are designed to imitate your tooth enamel’s natural translucency, so they look and feel much like natural teeth.
Why Should I Consider Getting Dental Veneers?
1. Dental veneers can help to restore your smile – and protect your teeth.
Custom-made dental veneers can help restore the appearance and function of your smile. These common dental restorations can also help to protect the surface of your teeth from discolouration or damage, and mask stains that cannot be removed with teeth whitening.
2. Veneers can help resolve several dental issues.
Dental veneers can be used to alter the look of your smile by helping to improve the colour and shape of your natural teeth. They are a versatile solution that can be used to repair spacing, sizing, alignment, erosion and chipping issues.
3. If cared for properly, dental veneers can last many years.
Porcelain veneers generally last longer than composite resin. On average, this cosmetic dental solution will last about 15 years. However, depending on a few key factors such as how well they are cared for, they can last 20 years or more.
To ensure your veneers last as long as possible, it will be important to maintain a rigorous oral hygiene routine at home, brushing at least twice a day for two minutes each time and flossing once daily.
4. Dental veneers are less intrusive than some other restoration options.
Because they don’t require as much reshaping of your teeth, dental veneers are a less invasive alternative to dental crowns.
5. You can have veneers on several teeth.
You can choose to have veneers on only one tooth or multiple teeth. If you have a tooth that has become discoloured or misshapen due to injury, you may only require one veneer. Some patients who want to change the way all of their teeth look may choose to have more done.
Bonus: Veneers are a cost-effective option.
Many people feel that dental veneers are a great dental restoration option in part because of their cost-effectiveness. Depending on your dental issue and which type of veneers you choose, the cost of veneers may make more economical sense for you long-term than other dental restoration options.
While dental veneers are a great option for some looking to improve the appearance of their smile, they may not be right for everyone. The only way to know if dental veneers will work for you is to see your dentist for a consultation.