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What You Need To Know About Dental Veneers in 2021

What You Need To Know About Dental Veneers in 2021

Dental veneers are an excellent option for beautiful teeth without undergoing major odontology. They supply solutions to misaligned and chipped teeth, fill in any gaps between teeth, including providing white shells for discolouring. If treated correctly post-treatment, i.e. brushing twice per week and flossing when possible, they'll be long-lasting too. Porcelain veneers can last up to fifteen years and composite veneers up to seven years.


There are a range of options for dental veneers depending on your needs, the sort of look you would like, your budget, and more.


You need to do your research and to ascertain all of your options before you get veneers applied to your teeth because they’re essentially permanent, not to mention a sizeable investment.  However when you think of the transformation and confidence you can gain after getting veneers, the pros definitely outweigh the cons. 

In this guide we’ll cover everything you need to know about getting veneers so you can make an informed choice.

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What Are Veneers?
Dental veneers are thin, tooth-coloured shells or coverings fabricated from porcelain or various forms of composite materials that are placed over the visible parts of your teeth.
These teeth overlays cover the front of every tooth they're applied to and appear rather like natural teeth (only better) and are meant to enhance the look of your smile.
Dental veneers are customised to match the color and general shape of your existing teeth so that they look rather like new and improved versions of your own teeth.
If you have got noticeably chipped, broken, or worn teeth, or stains on your teeth that can't be fixed by bleaching or whitening treatments, then veneers may be an honest choice for you.
Veneers may mask grayness or other discolourations caused by root canals and drug treatments like tetracycline or excessive fluoride, or maybe cover over an old tooth filling that has discoloured or are more obvious than you’d like.

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What Do Veneers Look Like?
Properly crafted, customised, and applied dental veneers look similar to better or enhanced versions of your natural teeth.
What’s more, dental veneers may help improve the design and shape of your smile by altering the look of and therefore the positioning of your teeth, causing smaller teeth appear bigger, close any gaps, fix any unusually pointy teeth, and make your whole smile more even.
If you have got a gray or discoloured tooth from previous damage or injury, dental veneers can help fix that.
Dental veneers may help correct  teeth that have bulges, craters, or have uneven surfaces or edges.
Veneers are an excellent option for somebody who doesn’t have extensive damage to their teeth, but wants to perfect their natural smile in a relatively non-invasive way.

How Do Veneers Work?

Basically, a veneer is a thin wafer of porcelain that is permanently bonded to a tooth to mask its natural color, shape, or positioning in the mouth. You can get a veneer for just one tooth or multiple teeth. You also have the option to get either get partial veneers (they don't cover your entire tooth) or full veneers (they cover the entire front of your tooth), it really just depends on your needs and budget. It is advisable not to cover every tooth with a veneer, just those that are problematic and potentially the neighboring teeth.
Your Tower Dental dentist can make the recommendation on what number individual veneers you wish and match their shape and colour to the natural teeth the veneers are surrounded by.
Many people prefer to only veneer their front teeth (top or bottom or both) since those are the foremost visible.
Sometimes your dentist can slot in individual tooth veneers like puzzle pieces if much of your smile is already the way you wish it; each veneer is coloured to match your existing teeth for a seamless look.

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Types of Dental Veneers
There are several different kinds of tooth veneers or dental veneers available.
The right material for you depends on the issues you would like to address.
Porcelain veneers are considered to be the simplest at resisting stains and mimicking the light-reflecting shine of natural healthy teeth, while resin composite veneers are less costly and might be a decent alternative, but will not always last as long as porcelain veneers.
In fact, porcelain veneers are considered to be the original or traditional form of veneers, but composite tooth veneers and resin tooth veneers can also be a viable option depending on your goals and what your dentist recommends.
Another and simpler option for  veneers is to ask your dentist if no-prep veneers will work for you.
There’s no drilling, sanding, or grinding or major numbing involved in getting no-prep veneers, but they'll alter the color and appearance of your teeth.
That said, if your teeth are seriously chipped or damaged texturally, or structured or pointed in an exceedingly way that needs some reshaping before veneers can really make a difference, no-prep veneers might not work for you.
It is also possible to induce a mix of no-prep and traditional porcelain veneers at the samr time, which may be beneficial since even some less invasive veneers can speed up your recovery time and lessen the potential damage to your underlying tooth enamel; ask your dentist what might work best for your teeth and your dreams for your smile.


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When Should You Get Veneers?
If you’ve sustained traumatic injury, discoloured teeth from previous drug treatments, excessive fluoride exposure, chipped or broken teeth, gaps, teeth that are too small or pointy, or other problems that end in a smile that you’re not happy with, veneers are a great option for you. You may also need a brand new set of thinner veneers if your old veneers are looking thick and unnatural.
One thing to bear in mind of is that if you’ve recently had an injury to your mouth such as a broken tooth you must let it heal before getting veneers done.

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Advantages of Dental Veneers
Some of the advantages of veneers are that they're relatively non-invasive and far less painful than braces or other orthodontics.
They are also not totally permanent so that they may be adjusted as your face changes as you age (a set lasts around ten years), and that they are totally customizable so you'll be able to likely achieve your ideal natural looking smile.
Unlike more invasive or extensive dental procedures like porcelain crowns or teeth caps, teeth veneers also don't require extensive shaping of your gums or existing teeth to put in, in order that they are considered to be a more conservative option and comparatively low risk since they will be removed (with some albeit likely minimal damage) or altered or replaced at a later date.
If you select to get rid of your veneers later, your underlying teeth should still be healthy and functional afterwards, provided there have been no complications with the veneers while they were in your mouth.
Getting veneers on your teeth may also be the best solution if you have got stains or discolourations on your teeth that resist or can't be treated by bleaching or whitening treatments, or if you have got crooked teeth or gaps in your teeth and you wish  to avoid the pain and less than desirable appearance of braces, Invisalign, or other orthodontic devices.

Disadvantages of Veneers
Once veneers are applied, they're there to remain – for several years at least and removal will be painful. Since your teeth are sanded or grinded down slightly to stick the veneer to the tooth, removing them will affect the design and feel of your teeth if you don’t get a brand new set installed.
Another thing to bear in mind is that porcelain veneers don't seem to be easy to chip but if they do chip or crack, you’ll have to remove the chipped veneer and replace it with a brand new one, this can get costly.
They can be damaged if you grind your teeth, and therefore the underlying tooth or teeth beneath the veneer can still decay, necessitating the requirement for a crown, cap, dental implants or mini dental implants in the future.
You still need to take care of your veneers like natural teeth with good brushing, flossing and regular dental cleans.
Once you get veneers on your teeth, they will initially be more sensitive to hot and cold foods or liquids for a brief period of time.
If you would like to whiten or bleach your non-veneer covered teeth, you’ll want to do that before you get dental veneers placed, since once they're installed you can't alter the color or shade of the porcelain or material.

How to Get Veneers?
Getting dental veneers is a process that involves multiple steps.
Once you and your Tower Dental dentist in Balwyn have determined that veneers are an excellent course of action and an appropriate solution for your teeth and smile, you’ll have a series of appointments.
Getting tooth veneers usually requires a minimum of three separate visits to your dentist spaced out over a month or longer; there'll likely be follow-up appointment(s) down the road to make sure that you are comfortable and happy later also.
Note that if you would like to whiten or bleach the teeth that won’t be veneered, you must do this before you get your temporary veneers so as to make sure that your dentist can match the color perfectly.

Appointment One: Dental Veneer Diagnosis & Planning
The first appointment is for diagnosis of your dental problems and treatment planning.
Your dentist will start the preliminary steps by discussing your objectives and providing examples of smiles. Your dentist will also discuss your desires and preferences and any limitations that you may have.
They will also examine your smile and face from every angle, make impressions of your bite, ask you to form various facial expressions, take pictures from the front and side, and even study how you talk to ensure that your newly updated teeth don’t affect your voice or speech patterns.
At this primary appointment, your dentist will take X-rays of your mouth so as to establish any issues with your mouth, then create a mold or impression of your teeth that which they will then use to form your new veneers to make your perfect new smile.
It may take anywhere from a week to a month to have your temporary veneers ready for your next appointment.
 


Appointment Two: Getting Temporary Dental Veneers
The second appointment is for the review of your customised veneers.
You’ll have temporary veneers made out of liquid composite to wear for several days or longer to get you used to your new look – and you’ll be ready to give your dentist feedback before the permanent ones are placed.
At this appointment, your dentist will trim the temporary veneers to suit your teeth exactly and paint them the color or shade that seems the foremost suited to match the remainder of your existing teeth.
During the time you wear your temporary veneers (which is often 2- 3 weeks), you should have feedback and make any changes before the veneers are cemented to your teeth at the third appointment.

Generally, dentists aim for a 0.5-millimeter reduction of every tooth before placing a full veneer, partial veneers may require less and no-prep veneers don't require any sanding, grinding, or drilling in any respect (just thorough cleaning and polishing).

Appointment Three: Placing the Dental Veneers
Finally, the third appointment is when your teeth veneers are installed. Before the veneers are literally glued into place, your dentist will place them over your teeth and make any final tweaks or adjustments to the form, fit, and even the color. When you and your dentist are both happy with the design of the veneer on each tooth, they'll then be glued into place.
The veneer procedure itself takes several hours and it's performed under an anesthetic agent or numbing agent, it also involves carefully deep cleaning the teeth before bonding the porcelain veneers onto your teeth.
Next, the dental bond is applied and an UV is added to bind and harden the adhesive that attaches your veneers to your teeth.
Finally, any excess cement is removed and final adjustments are made as your dentist evaluates the planning and placement of the veneers, ensuring they fit along with your bite and are comfortable and attractive.
After that you're  able to debut your new smile!
You will be able to talk, eat, and otherwise behave normally once the anaesthetic and numbness wear off, although your jaw and mouth area is also sore for several days.
You’ll have a follow-up visit after several so as to ensure everything is healing nicely and your gums and bite are responding properly to the new additions to your teeth.

Does Getting Dental Veneers Hurt?
While the initial consultation and examination is painless, the temporary veneers may cause a little soreness as your mouth and jaw adjust, the procedure itself may be uncomfortable, but you'll have anesthetic and numbing agents, and your dentist may offer a sedative if you wish it.
Afterwards, your gums and jaw are also tender and sore for several days or even a week while you adjust to your newly veneered teeth; if the pain is acute or persists for an extended time, you must contact the dentist who applied the veneers as soon as possible.


How Long Do Veneers Last?
Properly installed porcelain veneers can last for up to a decade or maybe longer if you're taking excellent care of them.
Gum tissue tends to tolerate porcelain quite well, especially since it's very the same as the feel and strength of your actual teeth.
Veneers are quite strong – nearly as strong as your actual teeth, if you're taking care of them properly and keep certain precautions in mind.
If your dental veneers crack or get damaged somehow, contact your dentist immediately to assess the damage and have them repaired or replaced.
Broken veneers can harm the enamel and base of the tooth underneath, so it's important to address any issues straight away.

Taking Care of Your Veneers
Caring for your veneers may be relatively simple and the same as taking care of your own teeth in terms of brushing, flossing, and other standard dental hygiene including regular cleanings, but there are some special caveats.
You’ll want to be especially careful eating hard, tough, or chewy foods, especially initially. What’s more, you’ll have to protect your investment by always wearing a mouthguard when playing contact sports, wearing a retainer or splint at night time to shield your veneers, especially if you grind your teeth, and avoiding chewing on pens, crunching on ice, or biting your nails.
Finally, bear in mind that you should attempt to reduce the consumption of wine, coffee, and other foods or drinks which will stain your teeth because your veneers can get stained.

 
Alternatives to Veneers
If you don’t think that veneers are for you, there are another options which will provide an identical result.
Bonding may be a way of closing gaps between two or more teeth by literally bonding them together, so if your primary reason for wanting dental veneers is to close the gaps between your teeth, bonding is also a decent alternative to consider.

 
What is the difference between dental veneers and teeth caps or crowns?
Crowns are applied to a chipped tooth or broken teeth so as to create the tooth appear whole; if you have a severely broken, chipped, or otherwise damaged tooth you'll have to get that tooth or teeth repaired additionally to getting veneers over the highest of a crown or similar solution.
If you have further issues like discolouration or misshapen teeth, you'll potentially get dental veneers additionally to crowns.
Of course, always consult your dentist so as to figure out the simplest solution that will call for the best possible results and therefore the smile that you deserve.

Dental Veneers: Before & After
When you are trying to find a cosmetic dentist to craft your ideal teeth and smile, you should ask for before & after photos so as you can see what their craftsmanship is like.  
Our dentists in Balwyn can provide before and after images that show the front and each side of their patients’ faces (smiling and not smiling).
You should also take a look at our eviews online for social proof of satisfied patients.

The Cost of Porcelain Veneers or Dental Veneers
Veneers can vary in price depending on other complications or amount of teeth that you need covered with dental veneers.
Dental veneers can cost from around $1,000 to $2,000 per tooth depending on the material you select.

Porcelain veneers and composite veneers or resin veneers may additionally have varying rates.
 


Are You Thinking of Getting Dental Veneers?
Remember that the foremost important thing is to do your research, examine all of your options, and remember that there is no  single smile fits all solution. If you’re looking for experienced dentists who will transform your smile with veneers then call Tower Dental today!


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