Dental veneers help improve the appearance of one’s teeth. It can be beneficial for people who want a long-term solution to their permanent cosmetic concerns – especially those who have not responded to other dental treatments such as teeth whitening, braces or retainers.
During the placement process, the dentist usually removes a small amount of enamel, the thin protective outer covering of the teeth. Therefore, once the dentist has placed the veneers, the person cannot remove them or choose not to use them.
What are dental veneers?
Dental veneers are special pieces designed to help conceal or correct tooth damage:
- Stains and discoloration
- Minor missing parts and tooth damage
- Decay
- Curvature
- It is used in situations such as spaces between teeth.
- Dental veneers help improve the appearance of one’s teeth. It can be beneficial for people who want a long-term solution to their permanent cosmetic concerns – especially those who have not responded to other dental treatments such as teeth whitening, braces or retainers.
During the placement process, the dentist usually removes a small amount of enamel, the thin protective outer covering of the teeth. Therefore, once the dentist has placed the veneers, the person cannot remove them or choose not to use them.
Veneers Types
There are two types of veneers.
Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers are a strong, thin head that the dentist can place on the top and side of the teeth.
To attach them, the dentist will remove some enamel from the tooth before placing it. Porcelain veneers have the same color as natural teeth, but it is possible to make them whiter to brighten the smile.
Composite Veneers
Composite veneers are similar to porcelain veneers, but they tend to be less expensive and require less tooth reduction. Sometimes the dentist may not have to remove any enamel before placing the composite veneer. Composite veneers are generally easier to replace than porcelain veneers if they break or become damaged.
| Porcelain | Resin-based composite |
| more expensive | less expensive |
| usually requires enamel removal | may not require enamel removal |
| 2–3 appointments | usually 1 appointment |
| last around 20 years | last around 5 years |
| will not stain | may stain over time |
| less likely to chip or fracture | more likely to chip or break |
| more difficult to fix | easier to fix |
Porcelain veneers also tend to offer a slightly more natural, tooth-like appearance and can cover more discolored, discolored teeth.
The type of coating a person chooses will depend on their budget, needs, and preferences. Our specialist dentists in our Dent Art Port outpatient clinic will help you decide which type of veneer is best for you.
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