Veneers are one of the very best options to quickly change the aesthetics of your smile. A veneer is a thin layer of porcelain that is placed on the front of a tooth to alter the appearance. Veneers can address most aesthetic problems you may have with your teeth, and are suitable for teeth that are:
- darkened or discoloured
- widely spaced with gaps
- chipped or worn down
- crooked, uneven, or poorly positioned
Veneers are surprisingly sturdy and the porcelain actually has strength and resilience comparable to a natural tooth. Veneers are actually the secret behind many celebrities’ picture-perfect smiles.
If you’re interested in veneers you will need to come in for a consultation so we can determine whether this is a suitable course of treatment for the issues you wish to address. Veneers are a great option for people looking to upgrade their smile, but it’s important to note that the treatment is not reversible. In order to attach a veneer a small amount of the original tooth must be removed.
Unlike your natural teeth, your veneers won’t be stained or discoloured by foods or drinks like coffee, tea, red wine, etc. This is because, unlike tooth enamel, porcelain isn’t porous. Because of this, many patients choose to have their teeth whitened prior to having their veneers made so that we are able to colour-match with their ideal colour and they won’t be stuck with a darker tooth or teeth if they decide to whiten their smile at a later date.
Aside from the aesthetic benefits of perfecting your smile, veneers also protect the surface of damaged teeth and may even eliminate the need for more extensive treatments like crowns. Veneers are preferable to crowns because they require much less removal of healthy tooth structure for placement.
A veneer is a thin shell that is applied to the front of your tooth, where as a crown is more like a “cap” that covers your tooth.
Typically veneers can last from 5 to 15 years or longer, but this depends on many factors including your oral hygiene, and diet.
Veneers are a great option for anyone wishing for a cosmetic solution to discoloured, chipped, unevenly spaced or crooked teeth that don’t require more extensive care. Some factors that may impact your suitability for veneers are tooth decay, a teeth grinding habit, or a tooth alignment problem. As always, it’s important to see a dental professional who will be able to advise you on the best course of action to achieve your desired results, and Dr Tinney will be more than happy to do so during your next appointment.
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