Veneers

Dental veneers (sometimes called porcelain veneers or dental porcelain laminates) are wafer-thin, custom-made shells of tooth-colored materials designed to cover the front surface of teeth to improve your appearance. These shells are bonded to the front of the teeth changing their color, shape, size, or length

Who is a candidate for dental veeners?

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  Person whose teeth  are discolored -- either because of root canal treatment; stains from tetracycline or other drugs, excessive fluoride or other causes; or the presence of large resin fillings that have discolored the tooth

• Teeth that are worn down

• Teeth that are chipped or broken

• Teeth that are misaligned, uneven, or irregularly shaped (for example, have craters or bulges in them)

• Teeth with gaps between them (to close the space between these teeth)

Types of tooth veener procedures:

there are two tooth veener procedure available that correct discolouration of the teeth by removing staining.the type of procedure available should be discussed with your dentist and they will recommend the most appropriate teeth veeners.

Composite veener procedure:

Composite veeners are usually performed in a single sitting.the procedure is an application of a bond and enamel directly to the tooths surface.

Porcelain veener procedure:

Porcelain veeners are very thin porcelain material.

What Are the Advantages of Dental Veneers?

Veneers offer the following advantages:

• They provide a natural tooth appearance.

• Gum tissue tolerates porcelain well.

• Porcelain veneers are stain resistant.

• The color of a porcelain veneer can be selected such that it makes dark teeth appear whiter.

• Veneers offer a conservative approach to changing a tooth's color and shape -- veneers generally don't require the extensive shaping prior to the procedure that crowns do, yet offer a stronger, more aesthetic alternative.

What Are the Disadvantages of Dental Veneers?

• The process is not reversible.

• Veneers are more costly than composite resin bonding.

• Veneers are usually not repairable should they chip or crack.

• Because enamel has been removed, your tooth may become more sensitive to hot and cold foods and beverages.

• Individuals who clench and grind their teeth are poor candidates for porcelain veneers, as these activities can cause the veneers to crack or chip

How Long Do Dental Veneers Last?