For many dental imperfections veneers are a favored aesthetic dental process that prove to be a game-changer. Veneers are composed of strong, thin materials and are custom-fitted for covering the front of teeth and enhance the appearance and improve confidence. They are an ideal choice to make a smile brighter and more uniform by fixing problems like discoloration, chipping, gaps, or uneven forms.Veneers mimic the translucency of enamel and are proven to give a naturally appealing look.
They are either made of porcelain or composite resins
While the porcelain ones have more resemblance to that of a natural tooth as they possess the ability to reflect light and are stain resistant and have good strength .In case of composite resin veneers these types are directly applied and can be given shape accordingly in one setting itself ,they also require minimum tooth preparation in comparison to porcelain ones
The type of veneers to be used are individual specific with factors of degree of correction required,cost effectiveness.
Initially Dentist will examine your oral health and aesthetic demands and discuss with you the available options
Tooth Preparation: To fix in veneer precisely the tooth needs to be reshaped slightly After reshaping the concerned tooth Dentist will take impression build a mould/cast for proper fabrication of veneer
Temporary Veneers: In meanwhile temporary veneer are placed to avoid unaesthetic look
Once fabricated veneers are fixed onto tooth using dental material and checked precisely for bite and other alignment concerns
As the veneers are something new in the oral cavity you might need sometime to get adapted with it and dentist might suggest precautions and advices in regards with veneer to be followed
Aesthetic appeal : Drastically enhances smile
Durable and resistant to stain : They have good durability and are resistant to staining just as natural teeth
Minimal natural tooth loss:Veneers don’t need extensive removal of natural tooth surface as in crowns
Veneers embark importance in enhancing the smile ,but it’s equally important to take proper care of them such as maintaining good oral hygiene ,avoiding hard and sticky foods especially biting by front tooth and regularly checking up with the dentist.Following these tips not only enhance smile but maintains longevity of veneers
Veneers are custom fit fabricated thin shells which cover the front surface to enhance the aesthetic appeal.
You must be free from gum diseases,tooth decay. Ideally good candidates are those who have healthy gums and oral health but want to enhance their smiles, healthy teeth and gums yet want to enhance the appearance of their smile.
Porcelain ones have more resemblance to that of a natural tooth as they possess the ability to reflect light and are stain resistant and have good strength .In case of composite resin veneers these types are directly applied and can be given shape accordingly in one setting itself ,they also require minimum tooth preparation in comparison to porcelain ones
It depends on numerous factors like general oral health of individual,maintenance of veneers .Generally they can last up to 10-15 years
Ideally no,as they use local anesthesia too for pain free experiences .Slight discomfort might be notice but it is temporary and subsides within some time
reversible.Incase of replacement with any other type of restorative procedure or new veneers they can be removed
Just like natural teeth veneers need to be cared by regularly brushing,flossing and maintaining good oral hygiene practices.Though they are resistant to stain precautions need to be taken while consuming stain causing foods.Sticky and heard foods need to be avoided.Regular dental check up are must
Due to their ability of translucency and ability to reflect light just as natural teeth and high variety of shade selection according one’s natural dentition.Venners closely resemble to natural teeth