Veneers are thin porcelain shells that cover the front surface of a person’s teeth to correct cosmetic flaws. The treatment is relatively quick and easy to complete. As popular as this treatment is, you’ll want to make sure it’s a good option for you before proceeding. Read on to learn five facts about veneers that will help you decide if they’re the right treatment for your smile.
Fact #1: Veneers Are Permanent
To attach your veneers, your dentist will remove a small amount of enamel from the front of the teeth. This will allow the shells to stick to your smile better and will keep them from standing out from the rest of your pearly whites. Since tooth enamel doesn’t grow back, veneer prep is permanent. Make sure that you’re comfortable with making irreversible alterations to your smile before proceeding with this treatment.
Fact #2: The Process Can Be Completed in 2 Visits
As previously mentioned, the process for getting veneers process is easy to complete. It usually only takes two visits before your new smile is finished. After preparing your teeth, your dentist will take impressions of them. These will be sent to a trusted dental lab so they can craft your veneers. Your dentist will also give you temporary veneers to protect your smile until your permanent ones are ready. You’ll be brought in for your second visit once they receive the permanent veneers from the lab so they can be attached.
Fact #3: Veneers Can Address a Range of Issues
Veneers can be used to mask a range of minor dental flaws to improve the look of your smile. A few common problems veneers can cover up include:
- Staining or discoloration
- Minor alignment issues
- Small chips and cracks
- Gaps between teeth
- Misshapen teeth
Fact #4: Dental Veneers Are Customized to Fit Your Needs
The reason why impressions of your teeth are taken is to ensure that your veneers perfectly fit your smile. This will make them look completely natural. They will also be color-matched to the surrounding teeth. This is done by using a shade guide. Your dentist will hold it up to your smile so they can pick the color that matches it best.
Fact #5: You Need to Take Good Care of Your Veneers
Though veneers cover the front of your teeth, that doesn’t mean you can stop brushing and flossing them. If you do, this will likely lead to tooth decay, gum disease, and other oral health issues. With proper care, veneers can last an average of 10 to 15 years. So, make sure to practice proper oral hygiene and see your dentist every six months for checkups and cleanings.
If the above facts about veneers make it sound like this treatment is a good fit for you, schedule a consultation with your dentist. They’ll be able to determine if you’re a good candidate for this cosmetic treatment so you can be on your way to a brag-worthy smile!
About the Practice
Exceptional Dentistry & Sedation Center is a dental practice full of professionals who truly love what they do. Led by Drs. Art Mowery, Kim Mowery, and Luis Rodriguez, they offer their Gainesville patients and those in the surrounding communities an enjoyable experience from the moment they enter the building. If you’re interested in cosmetic dentistry, they can give you facts about veneers and other treatments so you can pick the one that best fits your needs. To make an appointment with Exceptional Dentistry & Sedation Center or for more information, visit their website or call them at (352) 332-6725.
