The Benefits of Dental Veneers

Sometimes, people become self-conscious about their smile, especially if their teeth are chipped, broken, or discolored. Fortunately, dental technology has developed many solutions for such problems. One such solution that is growing in popularity is dental veneers.

Dental veneers are thin sheets of shells resembling teeth that attach to the front of the teeth. They cover up any issue that may be affecting your smile. The thin sheets are made from resin or porcelain. The adhesive used to bond them to the front of the teeth is permanent.

So, what are the different types of veneers? What are the benefits of veneers? Read on to learn more.

Types of Dental Veneers

Most veneers are made from resin or porcelain. They typically require a lot of prep work, but some do not need any. Fittingly, they are called no-prep veneers.

Conventional veneers require the dentist to grind down the surface of the teeth. It helps prepare the surface of the teeth to bond easily and create space for the sheets. However, this preparation procedure is irreversible and is sometimes very painful as it exposes the lower layers of the teeth.

With no-prep veneers, you will need minimal preparation and alterations to your tooth structure.

• Porcelain Veneers
   

Porcelain veneers use the same technique as conventional veneers, where the teeth surface is ground down. After the grinding process, the dentist will take an impression of your teeth to create a mold. They will send the impression to the lab to guide the creation of the veneer. Some dentists use new technology to create veneers in-office.

While you wait for the veneer to be created, the dentist will place temporary veneers over your prepared teeth. After the veneer is done, the dentist will bond it to your teeth.

• Composite Resin Veneers

Composite resin veneers require less grinding than porcelain ones. The dentist usually etches the surface of the teeth before thinly applying the composite material. The dentist will keep adding the material until they achieve the desired look. The final stage is hardening or curing the material using a special light.

• No-prep Veneers

Vivaneers™ and Lumineers® belong in this category of veneers. They are much less invasive and take less time. There is no need to remove layers of tooth enamel because these stick directly to the enamel.

Benefits of Dental Veneers

• They Correct Several Issues

Veneers simultaneously correct several issues with the aesthetics of your teeth. They correct discoloration, chipped teeth, broken teeth, and even minor gaps. They are an excellent option for many cosmetic corrections.

• They Feel and Look Natural

People who meet you after your procedure cannot tell if you have had a cosmetic procedure. Veneers are designed to look as natural as your teeth. They also do not feel foreign in your mouth. You can smile confidently after the procedure.

• They Require Little Enamel Removal

Enamel does not grow back and cannot be replaced. The good thing about veneers is that they only require a thin layer removed. The process makes veneers one of the least invasive dental cosmetic procedures.

• They Protect the Teeth

Veneers cover your teeth and prevent them from becoming discolored. Dental veneers also make you more aware of dental hygiene, prompting you to prevent the discoloration of other teeth without veneers.

For more on the benefits of dental veneers, call Concierge Smile Boutique at (424) 404-6400 to reach our office in Culver City, California.