All You Need to Know About Dental Veneers: The Ultimate Guide

A lot of people have small cosmetic imperfections on their teeth that can ruin the Facial aesthetics of their smile. However, many people don’t have any idea how to fix them. If you want that million-watt Hollywood smile, dental veneers are a great way to get that.

Dental Veneers

Dental veneers are very thin shells of porcelain that are custom-designed to fit the shape of your tooth. Dental veneers match the natural color of your teeth and fit on the surface of your tooth to mask any imperfections. According to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, dental veneers have strength and resilience that is similar to our natural tooth enamel.

Dental Veneer Application Process

Getting a dental veneer is easier and much more comfortable than most people believe. Before starting with the procedure, we will conduct an oral examination to determine whether veneers are the right option for you. Once that is determined, we will take an impression of your natural tooth. This mold will be sent to a dental lab where your dental veneer will be constructed based on the size, shape, and color of your natural tooth.

To prepare your tooth to receive the veneer, we will lightly etch the surface of your tooth and place a layer of bonding agent on it. and on the veneer, which will then be placed and fitted onto your tooth. A curing light will be used to quickly harden the cement so that the veneer adheres tightly to your tooth. We will then scrape off any excess cement and will check your bite. The process of veneer application is not time-consuming and takes about 1 to 2 hours to complete.

Benefits of Dental Veneers

Dental veneers can provide you with several benefits:

• Beautify Your Smile

Dental veneers are designed to mimic the look and feel of your natural tooth and hence give you a straight and white smile.

• Treat Sensitivity

if your enamel has eroded, it may become sensitive. Even though dental veneer application is a cosmetic process, it provides benefits to your tooth health as well by protecting your tooth from further harm and reducing Sensitivity

• Resistant to Stains

Dental veneers are made of porcelain, which is very resistant to stains. These veneers are applied to hide stains, discolorations, and other tooth imperfections.

• Hypoallergenic

Porcelain veneers are hypoallergenic, which means your gum tissues can tolerate this material well.

• Non-Invasive

Since veneer application requires a very minute amount of tooth structure to be removed, it is good for the overall health of your tooth and is a more conservative treatment method than some others.

Candidates for Dental Veneers:

Almost everyone can qualify for the veneer application process. Some candidates for dental veneer procedures are:
People who have discolored teeth that do not respond to teeth whitening
People who have slight gaps between their teeth
People with chipped teeth
People with eroded enamel
However, people who have a habit of clenching their teeth or suffer from bruxism may not be the best candidate for this treatment, since it can crack the enamel. Additionally, your tooth should have ample enamel so that the veneer can adhere tightly to
it. Your tooth should also not be too badly severely damaged. Otherwise, other dental treatments will be required to build up the structure.

How Long Do Dental Veneers Last?

With proper care, your dental veneer can last for 10 to 20 years, if given proper care. You can extend the life of your veneers by taking care to brush and floss your teeth regularly, not grind your teeth, wearing a mouthguard when participating in sports, and visiting Dr. Monica Crooks every six months.

Schedule Your Dental Veneer Appointment Today
Dr. Monica Crooks is here to check your dental health, keep your teeth pristine, and determine cosmetic treatment options, like veneer application, that can benefit your smile.
Call us today to schedule an oral health examination. You can reach Dr. Monica Crooks at (916 922 2027).