Dental Veneers
United Dental is ready to improve your smile with the help of Dental Veneers, which is one of the most in-demand services in Cosmetic Dentistry.
Dental Veneers are a perfect solution if your teeth are malformed, chipped, discolored, or damaged. Now it is possible to easily change your teeth and have the smile you have always dreamed of. With just a few visits, your teeth will have the perfect color and shape in accordance with your teeth' structure. Dental Veneers treat diverse cosmetic concerns, including broken, discolored, chipped, or smaller-than-average teeth.
What Are Dental Veneers?
Dental veneers are wafer-thin shells that have tooth color. They are attached to the front surface of your teeth to change their appearance. They’re made from porcelain or resin-composite materials and are bonded permanently to your teeth.
Some people may get only one veneer in case of a chipped or broken tooth, and others take between six to eight shells in order to create a symmetrical smile. The front eight teeth are the most commonly applied cosmetic dental veneers.
What are the different types of dental veneers?
Dental veneers are generally made of porcelain or composite resin and require thorough prep work. But there is another type also, “no-prep” veneers, which are applied with a different process.
How Does Dental Veneers Work?
Porcelain Dental Veneers
If you choose Porcelain Veneers, our professional dentists will start by grinding down the teeth and then take the structure of your teeth for mold creation. Then they will send the mold to our lab for the porcelain dental veneer to be made.
Once the dental veneer is ready, your dentist will place it on your prepared tooth and cement it. You can use temporary veneers until the permanent veneers come back from the lab.
Composite Resin Veneers
If you prefer composite resin dental veneers, first, our dentists will etch the surface of your tooth and then apply a thin layer of the composite resin veneers to your prepared tooth. Additional layers of composite material may be needed to achieve your intended look. Your dentist will complete the composite resin veneer with a special light by hardening or curing.
No-prep veneers
Non-prep veneers are options like Vivaneers and Lumineers, which are specific brands of porcelain veneers. They are less invasive to apply and take less time. No-prep veneers only affect the enamel instead of removing layers of the tooth under it.
How long do dental veneers last?
The longevity of veneers is perfect when they are bonded entirely to enamel and can last up to 20 years or more in the case of strong porcelain dental veneers or 7-10 years in the case of composite resin veneers.
Dental Veneers VS Implants
Dental implants are mainly recommended for those who have lost a tooth due to an infection or injury. They are a better and more permanent option than dentures or dental bridges. Many people try a temporary tooth replacement option before going for dental implants.
Unlike dental implants, dental veneers are an option for those who have not lost their teeth. Veneers are applied to help to change the appearance of your teeth or strengthen the existing ones. Our dentists will help you decide if porcelain veneers or resin veneers are right for you and will advise on the color and shape of your veneers.
Dental Veneers Process
During starting the dental veneer procedure, our dentists will follow a few steps to organize a proper placement. Here are the main steps:
● You will have teeth cleaning to ensure that the surrounding teeth area and your teeth are clean and free of debris.
● Our professional dentists will etch the surface of your tooth, which requires removing the enamel.
● We will apply composite bonding to the tooth to ensure the veneer sticks.
● After the bonding, we will place the dental veneer and fix it appropriately.
● Any excess or hangover from the dental veneer will be carefully removed.
Though these steps are mainly standard for everyone, there may be exceptions specific to a patient that our dentists will recommend and implement.
Dental Veneers Pros and Cons
Pros
1. Whiten Your Smile
Years of eating highly pigmented foods, drinking coffee, or smoking cigarettes can eventually turn your teeth an unattractive shade of brown or yellow. Stained enamel may be bleached by your dentist or at home but will again become stained in a short period. Dental veneers will be a great choice if you are searching for a permanent way to whiten your smile. Veneers are stain-resistant, so now you don’t need to worry about discoloration.
2. Fix Cosmetic Problems
Dental veneers can fix cracks, chips, gaps between teeth and minor misalignment, and other cosmetic dental issues.
Attaching to the front side of your teeth, veneers don't change the position of your teeth. Your natural teeth may still be crooked or gapped, but nobody will know about this besides you and your dentist.
3. Replace Damaged Enamel
Our teeth enamel is robust, yet not indestructible. Aside from eating highly acidic foods and drinks, your teeth' enamel can be damaged by stomach acid disease. Damaged enamel doesn't grow back and becomes a cause for concern. Fortunately, now it is possible to replace it with the help of Dental Veneers. Veneers are a perfect treatment for teeth with enamel erosion or enamel abrasion — and they look fantastic, too!
Cons
1. High Cost
The price of veneers varies based on location, but they are mainly costly.
2. High Sensitivity
Some people have an increase in tooth sensitivity after placing veneers. You may feel sensitivity to cold or hot temperatures during the first few days after the veneer procedure, but usually, it recovers.
3. It's Irreversible
Dental Veneers are permanent because you cannot restore the enamel that was shaved down before placement. However, there are some cases when veneers need to be replaced.
United Dental provides high-quality and affordable dental veneers, which are an excellent solution to hide damaged, discolored, or crooked teeth. Still, it’s essential to consult with our professional dentists and thoroughly consider all the pros and cons before getting them.
Don’t waste your time and change your smile today