Nowadays cosmetic dentistry is becoming increasingly popular in helping patients to regain their smile and self-confidence.
One of the most effective ways to improve a smile, whether you have teeth discolouration or want to alter the teeth length, is by having dental veneers fitted.
For some patients, this is an unknown area and can prove a little daunting, but in fact dental veneers are a relatively non-invasive cosmetic dental treatment that could transform your smile and your overall dental health, as they can help to treat minor dental issues that could escalate into larger problems further down the line if left untreated.
How Do Dental Veneers Work?
The idea of fitting dental veneers is to create an artificial coating of the tooth that resembles the natural appearance of the teeth and restores the smile. Dental veneers are a thin layer of either porcelain or resin attached to the existing teeth to change the size, colour, shape and even the length of teeth.
The veneers are usually applied to the front teeth only, as these are the ones that will have the most visible discolouration or staining, but rear teeth can be treated too if necessary.
When it comes to choosing the type of veneers, most dentists typically prefer porcelain over resin, as they are more stain resistant preventing future discolouration and mimic the light reflecting properties of natural teeth more effectively too.
Porcelain veneers are also known for their strength and durability, so you can rest assured that they will stand the test of time for longer. However, resin veneers are generally thinner and require less of the tooth surface to be removed before fitting, which could be more appropriate in cases where the teeth are more fragile.
Reasons for Choosing Dental Veneers
There are many situations where dental veneers is an appropriate course of action for dental treatments, particularly as it’s a relatively non-invasive procedure.
If teeth are heavily stained or discoloured and haven’t responded well to previous whitening treatments, then dental veneers offer the best solution to restore the brightness of your smile and make your teeth appear healthy and stain free again.
Other reasons to opt for dental veneers is if you have damaged teeth. Once tooth decay takes hold of a tooth, it can be difficult to prevent discolouration, but fitting dental veneers will cover the decayed tooth and also help to protect it from further decay.
It is also a highly effective treatment for teeth that are chipped, cracked or have a misshapen appearance, as the thin shell layer will be tailored to even out the chips and restore a more natural shape, as well as cover up any visible cracks.
For people with crooked or misaligned teeth that don’t need major work such as orthodontic braces, dental veneers can also help to correct the problems.
By applying a thin layer of porcelain veneers the teeth will have a straighter appearance that looks perfectly natural and will also help with improved oral hygiene; often crooked teeth can be difficult to clean and have plaque build-up in those hard to reach areas.
Dental Veneers also offer the perfect solution for large spaces between teeth or unsightly gaps. By adding an additional coating to the teeth, the gaps can be improved and minimised giving patients a natural and more evenly spaced smile.
Whatever your reasons for considering dental veneers, it’s always important to seek out a reputable and experienced dental clinic who will conduct a full examination and discuss all the options for treatments with you to ensure dental veneers is the right solution to give you a wonderful smile.
