If you have been looking to alter your smile, dental veneers may be right for you. Here, our Sydney Mines dentists share some reasons why you may want to consider dental veneers as cosmetic dental treatment.
What are dental veneers?
Dental veneers are wafer-thin, custom-made porcelain made to fit the shape of your tooth. They are bonded to the fronts of your teeth with the intention of changing the appearance of your smile.
The first step for your dentist is to take an impression of your teeth, which is then used to create your custom veneers. The veneers are then bonded to your natural teeth. Dental veneers are meant to imitate your tooth enamel’s natural translucency, causing them to look and feel like your natural teeth.
Why You May Want to Consider Dental Veneers
1. Dental veneers are less intrusive than other restoration options.
Dental veneers are a less invasive alternative to dental crowns. They also require less reshaping of your teeth.
2. You can have veneers on multiple teeth.
You can choose to have veneers on only one tooth, or several at once. If you have a tooth that has become discoloured or misshapen due to injury, you may only require one veneer. Some patients who want to change the way all of their teeth look may choose to have more done.
3. Dental veneers can help to restore your smile and protect your teeth.
Dental veneers are designed to help restore the appearance and function of your smile. They can also assist in the protection of the surface of your teeth from discolouration or damage, and help mask stains that cannot be removed with teeth whitening.
4. Veneers can help resolve several dental issues.
Dental veneers can be used to change the look of your smile by helping to improve the colour and shape of your existing teeth. They can be used to repair spacing, sizing, alignment, erosion and chipping issues.
5. Dental veneers can last for a long time.
Porcelain veneers generally last longer than composite resin. On average, they last about 15 years. However, depending on a few key factors such as how well they are cared for, they can last 20 years or more.
To make sure your veneers last as long as they can, it is best to maintain a diligent at-home oral hygiene routine, brushing at least twice a day for two minutes each time while flossing once daily.
Bonus: Veneers are a cost-effective option.
Dental veneers are a common dental restoration partly because of their cost-effectiveness. Depending on your dental issue and which type of veneers you choose, the cost of veneers may make more economic sense for you long-term than other dental restoration options.
While dental veneers are a great option for some looking to improve the appearance of their smile, they may not be right for everyone. The only way to know if dental veneers will work for you is to see your dentist for a consultation.