What are Dental Veneers, and How Do They Work? Pros and Cons.
Modern dentistry offers a wide range of treatment options to anyone wanting to transform their smile, from replacing missing teeth with dentures, implants, or bridges, to straightening teeth and brightening your smile with teeth whitening treatments. This technology and knowledge today mean that there is always a solution for everyone who is not entirely happy with the appearance of their smile.
A research study done in 2015 proved that over 80% of adults in Australia think their teeth look unpleasant in photographs. Also, it was found that almost 30% of them do not show their teeth when smiling in photos on social media because they do not like how their teeth look. And that is a lot of people that are unhappy with the appearance of their smile! Usually, braces can help fix such issues, but other times people just want whiter, brighter teeth. In most cases, for such people, veneers are a perfect option.
Dental Veneers Defined
Veneers are custom-made wafer-like shells that are designed to fit over a patient’s teeth with the aim of improving their smile. Veneers can either be made of porcelain or laminate material. They are fixed to the front teeth using dental cement, which is made specifically for that purpose. The treatment can be completed in as few as two appointments. And since they are individually crafted to fit your smile, they will look completely natural once the treatment is done.
How Do They Work
Dental veneers are a very versatile treatment option that can be used for several cosmetic or restorative problems. The main purpose of veneers is to improve the appearance, functionality, size, and shape of the tooth beneath. In the end, they improve a person’s ability to chew and eat normally and aesthetics.
Here are some of the problems that dental veneers can fix:
– Breaks or fractures
– Cracked or chipped teeth
– Short edges or rough spots
– Teeth that are too small or short compared to the surrounding teeth
– Stains that cannot be removed with teeth whitening
Veneers are a cosmetic treatment that is practically painless. It is crucial to keep in mind that traditional veneers are irreversible. Therefore, it means that once you decide to have them installed, you cannot go back to your smile. On the other hand, there is another veneer treatment called no-prep veneers. This type of veneer can be removed, thus making them nearly reversible. However, this treatment option has some limitations, so one needs to talk to their dentist before getting started.
Yet again, it is important to note that each patient will have varying problems. However, for the most part, dental veneers can be used to address a wide variety of problems.
Conclusion
As you have read, dental veneers are a perfect solution for numerous dental cosmetic flaws. With these, you are sure to smile more, and besides, they can help boost the overall strength of your teeth.
Suppose you are interested in knowing more about veneers. Please know that at Springvale Dental Clinic, we are happy to help. We offer dental veneer treatment as well as other cosmetic dentistry services. Feel free to contact us today to book an appointment.
