Porcelain veneers are a great way to improve your smile, especially if your teeth are chipped, malformed, severely discolored, or not whitened or whitened. Veneers are a thin layer of porcelain that is placed over the front and edge of the teeth to lengthen short teeth, repair broken or chipped teeth, or improve tooth color. The porcelain is biocompatible and dentists use a special adhesive agent that is safe for teeth and general health. In two visits, a smile can be completely changed and, in expert hands, veneers can last a long time.
The advantages of veneers are that they can be done in just two visits, the color changes easily and the porcelain looks like the real teeth and does not stain. The main disadvantage is that the teeth sometimes have to be shaped, so it is usually not a reversible procedure. Until recently, obtaining veneers required the removal of a very thin layer of enamel. In recent years, we have seen the introduction of very attractive “prepless” veneers which require minimal or no grinding of teeth.
Veneers can be expensive and permanent, so it should be kept very much in mind when deciding on your perfect smile. With proper care and good oral hygiene, porcelain veneers can last up to 15 years or more. Brushing your teeth twice a day, flossing every day, and rinsing with an antibacterial mouthwash helps maintain your beautiful smile with porcelain veneers. If you want your smile to have that “pearly white” effect, you may want to sink your teeth with these teeth whitening products.
Changes in Oral Microbes Can Lead to Gum Disease, Heart Problems, and Cancer, Study Says. People who clench and grind their teeth are poor candidates for porcelain veneers, as this can cause veneers to crack or chip. The orthodontist moves the teeth to remove large gaps, then the aesthetic dentist can place the veneers.
