Veneers are a common dental procedure recommended by cosmetic dentists. They can address a range of concerns, including damaged, stained, crooked and short teeth. However, some have concerns with the process involved with veneers, and understanding what the process involves and if they cause damage to teeth is helpful when deciding if treatment is appropriate.
The following is a detailed review of dental veneers, including issues they can address, what the potential risks of treatment are and insights into how the treatment process works. Of course, every cosmetic dentist has a unique process and personalizes the treatment plan for each patient, although there are similarities and basics that are important to understand.
Dental veneers are layers of porcelain material that are placed over teeth to improve the overall appearance of teeth. The porcelain material closely matches the shade of natural teeth, providing an aesthetically pleasing appearance. Patients typically choose dental veneers to fix the following concerns:
Each dental veneer is customized to fit over the tooth perfectly. The process is relatively non-invasive, although the cosmetic dentist may need to prepare the tooth to make room for the veneer to fit in a comfortable and natural manner (see below).
There are not many risks associated with dental veneers. Almost all patients report having experienced little to no discomfort throughout the process and not having any long-term noticeable effects. The only potential concern patients should be familiar with is that dental veneers do require the patient to remove a small amount of dental enamel (less than a few millimeters). As mentioned, this is done to allow for a proper fit of the porcelain veneer. Subsequently, dental veneers are seen as more of a permanent procedure.
Veneers are available to most dental patients that are interested in fixing minor imperfections with the visible surface of their front teeth. However, they may not address issues of deep dental decay or loose teeth, in which case additional treatments such as root canal therapy may be necessary. Although for patients that have a relatively healthy smile and their concern is primarily cosmetic, dental veneers are a great option.
The treatment process is personalized for the patient, although it typically starts with a consultation, followed by preparing the tooth, taking a dental impression and customizing the dental veneer(s) in the laboratory. Once the veneers are ready, they are sent back to the cosmetic dentist so that they can be carefully positioned and placed.
Our team of cosmetic dentists, hygienists and dental assistants take great pride in making the dental veneers process as easy and convenient as possible. We remain transparent through the process and ensure you have all your questions answered each step of the way.
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