Wearing dental veneers can give your smile an instant make-over in a minimally invasive way. Any cosmetic imperfections can be covered up by veneers to reveal a symmetrical and confidence-boosting smile. If you want to transform your smile, let’s have a look at the veneers pros and cons.
What Are Dental Veneers?
Veneers are covers or thin shells that are bonded to the front of teeth. They fall under the branch of cosmetic dentistry as they only address aesthetic dental concerns. They can be used to address a range of cosmetic issues with the teeth.
Veneers can be used to
- Increase the surface area of small teeth that result in a gappy smile
- Cover up teeth that are damaged
- Cover up teeth that are cracked, fractured or broken
- Change the colour of stained or yellow teeth that do not respond to teeth whitening
Veneers Pros And Cons
Veneer Pros #1: You Get An Instant Smile Make Over
Having dental veneers is minimally invasive and relatively quick to complete. When your veneer procedure is over you will have a symmetrical smile to be proud of, that uses your natural teeth as the foundation.
Veneer Pros #2: You Get A Natural-Looking Smile
Porcelain veneers can be matched exactly to the colour of your other teeth so your new veneers will blend in, even if you aren’t doing your entire arch.
Veneer Pros #3: Replace Lost Dental Enamel
Dental enamel is the hardest substance in the human body but it isn’t indestructible. Losing dental enamel puts your teeth at risk of decay, and having dental veneers can protect and preserve your natural teeth for longer.
Veneer Cons #1: Porcelain Veneers Can Be Expensive
If you opt for porcelain veneers, you can expect to pay for your cosmetic dentistry procedure. And that’s because high-quality porcelain veneers can last for a really long time. They are strong, resistant to stains and discolouration and they reflect light in a natural way, in much the same way as dental enamel.
Veneer Cons #2: You Have To Wait For A Bit Longer For Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers need to be sent to a dental laboratory and aren’t usually made in your dentist’s chair. That means you may need to wait a week or two to have them fitted. Don’t worry though: your dentist will be able to make temporary veneers until the porcelain ones are ready.
Veneer Cons #3: Veneers Are Purely Cosmetic
Veneers can make your teeth a bit stronger, but not to the same extent as a crown or dental restoration. Veneers fall under cosmetic dentistry so if you want to strengthen your teeth, it would be better to speak to your dentist about alternatives.
Because some of your dental enamel needs to be removed to accommodate dental veneers, it is an irreversible procedure. You must make an informed decision for your long term dental health if you decide to have veneers.
To find out more about veneers pros and cons it’s always best to speak to a professional. Please contact us for an appointment: 02 8894 1007.
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