What Are Dental Veneers?
Dental veneers are ultra-thin custom-made shells that fit over the front surfaces of your teeth. These are generally made of porcelain and are used to conceal cracks, chips, stains and other cosmetic imperfections. In recent years, veneers have stand out as one of the most common cosmetic dentistry treatments.
Types of veneers
- Porcelain Veneers– These are a strong and thin cap, which is placed on the top and sides of the teeth. These are fabricated in the dental laboratory and permanently bonded to the teeth.
- Resin Based Composite Veneers– These are made from resin material and are applied directly to the teeth and shaped by the dentist in the office.
The process of getting veneers
- Consultation– The first step towards getting veneers includes a comprehensive evaluation with your dentist. During this visit, the dentist will examine your dental health and will explore if dental veneers are a good choice for you.
- Treatment Planning– After the consultation, a personalized treatment plan is made which involves the customization of your veneers using digital imaging.
- Preparation of Veneer– Veneer is not placed directly to the teeth. Some preparation of the teeth is required before applying the veneer. To prep the teeth, the dentist do a minimal reduction of the enamel from the teeth surface to create space for the veneer. In case of porcelain veneer, the impression is taken and is sent to the dental laboratory to fabricate the custom fit veneers.
- Veneer Placement– The custom-fit veneers is then bonded to the teeth by the dentist making sure that the necessary adjustments are done. The natural looking teeth are ready after the application of veneer.
- Aftercare of Dental Veneers- Once the veneer is placed; it does not need extended amount of time for recovery. However, there are some precautions that you should take to make it long lasting. The precautions are as follows-
- Do not use your teeth to open packaging.
- Always wear mouth guards while playing sports.
- Eat harder food with your back teeth and avoid chewing with your front teeth.
- Do not chew on hard objects like pens, ice or fingernails.
What Dental Problems are fixed by Veneer?
Dental veneers are a perfect solution for a range of cosmetic dental issues, including:
- Broken or chipped teeth
- Gaps in the teeth
- Uneven or misshapen teeth
- Smaller than average teeth
- Stained or discolored teeth which cannot be fixed with tooth whitening
Are Veneers right for you?
Dental veneers are an excellent option for anyone looking to enhance their smile without getting extensive dental procedures. However, if you have severe tooth decay, gum disease or any other major problem, you should consider consulting with a dentist first. A consultation with your dentist will help you determine if veneers are the right solution for you.
Difference between Porcelain Veneers and Resin-based composite Veneers?
Below are some differences given by American Dental Association (ADA) that you should keep in mind while choosing the right veneer for you-
| Porcelain Veneers | Resin-based composite Veneers |
| more expensive | less expensive |
| usually requires enamel removal | may not require enamel removal |
| 2–3 appointments | usually 1 appointment |
| last around 20 years | last around 5 years |
| will not stain | may stain over time |
| less likely to chip or fracture | more likely to chip or break |
| more difficult to fix | easier to fix |
Why you should Consider Dental Veneers?
Veneers are not only about aesthetics but there are some practical benefits of veneers as well which includes-
- Self-Assurance and Confidence Boost
- Durability and Longevity as veneer can last 10-15 years with proper care.
- Stain resistance because porcelain veneers resist staining from coffee, tea, red wine and smoking which helps you maintain a brighter smile.
- Minimally Invasive Procedure
- Customized to blend perfectly with natural teeth
Conclusion
As we conclude, we can say that the dental veneers are a perfect option to enhance your smile with a natural and long lasting look. At Riverview Dental, Dr. Singh guide you through the complete process and help you achieve a smile, which is brighter and full with confidence.
