Dental veneers : Have the perfect smile
From €350 per tooth
Want to get a Hollywood smile of your own? Dental veneers give you the possibility to vie for the smile of your Hollywood idols. What dental veneers also give you is perfect straight white teeth through the rectification of a slight front malposition, an unsightly shape or an ill-favoured tint incorrigible with teeth whitening.
What Are Veneers?
Dental veneers (sometimes called porcelain veneers or dental porcelain laminates) are wafer-thin, custom-made shells of tooth-colored materials designed to cover the front surface of teeth. Dental veneers can provide you with perfectly straight, white teeth through the correction of overbite, misshaped or unaligned teeth, while at the same time providing the optimal teeth whiteness.
Are Veneers Right for You?
Deciding whether veneers are right for you depends on various factors, including your dental health, aesthetic goals, and budget. It's essential to have a thorough discussion with your dentist to explore all available options and to understand the potential risks and benefits associated with veneers.
How Are Veneers Applied?
The process of applying veneers typically involves several steps and requires two to three visits to the dentist.
Consultation and Planning
The first step is a consultation with a dentist to discuss your goals and determine if veneers are appropriate for you. During this visit, the dentist will examine your teeth, take X-rays, and possibly make impressions of your mouth and teeth.
Preparation
In the next step, the dentist prepares the teeth for veneers by removing a small amount of enamel from the tooth surface, roughly equal to the thickness of the veneer. This is necessary to ensure a natural fit and appearance. Then, an impression or model of your teeth is made, which is sent to a dental laboratory to custom-make your veneers. This process typically takes one to two weeks.
Bonding
Once the veneers are ready, the dentist places them on your teeth to check their fit and color. After any necessary adjustments, your teeth will be cleaned, polished, and etched to ensure a strong bond. Special cement is applied to the veneer, and it is placed on your tooth. Once properly positioned, a special light beam is applied to the veneer to activate the chemicals in the cement, causing it to harden quickly.
Benefits of Veneers
Veneers offer several benefits, making them a popular choice for cosmetic dentistry:
Natural Appearance: Veneers are designed to look like natural teeth, providing a beautiful, natural-looking smile.
Stain Resistance: Porcelain veneers are highly resistant to stains, ensuring your smile remains bright.
Durability: Veneers can last between 10 and 15 years with proper care.
Minimally Invasive: The procedure is less invasive than other restorative options like crowns.
Considerations and Potential Drawbacks
While veneers offer numerous benefits, there are also some considerations and potential drawbacks to keep in mind:
Irreversible Procedure: The process requires the removal of enamel, which is irreversible.
Cost: Veneers can be expensive, typically costing between $800 and $2,500 per tooth.
Sensitivity: Some people experience increased tooth sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures after the placement of veneers.
Not Suitable for Everyone: Veneers may not be the best option for individuals with unhealthy teeth, such as those with decay or gum disease, or those who grind their teeth.
TREATMENT FOLLOW-UPS and results
During dental preparation, the internal structure of teeth is highly respected. And so, no pain is involved.
Results are successful and immediate, and can last up to ten years provided that measures of dental hygiene are respected.
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