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How Porcelain Veneers Can Transform Your Smile

Written by Dr Reuben Sim

23 January 2022

What are Porcelain Veneers?

Porcelain veneers are very thin shells that are placed over your existing teeth to provide a new surface, new shape, and a whiter colour. They are made of translucent tooth coloured porcelain materials and provide a strong aesthetic solution to your cosmetic dentistry concerns.

Veneers leave the natural tooth structure in place and simply cover over imperfections. If you believe your teeth are too small, round, triangular or any other odd shape, the veneer shell can cover this and make the appearance of your individual teeth uniform. This technique can be used for one or more teeth depending on your individual requirements.

How Can Porcelain Veneers Improve My Smile?

Porcelain veneers are a great option for anyone wanting to improve the appearance of their smile. Veneers are a simple, minimally invasive technique, and excellent dental treatment that can enhance the look of your teeth and give you a natural, better smile. Take a look at how getting porcelain veneers could correct your teeth with the following conditions:

Discolored or stained teeth — Dental stains have quite different reasons from age-related yellowing to excessive amounts of caffeine and other types of foods. The usage of porcelain veneers can cover up those stains and can bring back the shine of your smile without worries.

Gaps and misalignment of teeth — Veneers reshape your teeth to make them appear more aligned and can give you a straighter smile. However, If you have large gaps between your teeth or they are misaligned, you might require certain orthodontic intervention.

Cracked and chipped teeth — For some instance, an accident or mouth injury happened, it may lead to chip or grind teeth. If you have cracks or chips in your teeth, veneers provide an extra layer of protection that might help prevent further damage.

Are They Right for Me?

Porcelain veneers are a type of dental restoration consisting of wafer-thin, custom-made shells of tooth-colored materials designed to cover the front surface of teeth. These shells are bonded to the front of the teeth changing their color, shape, size, or length. You and your dental expert must consider some factors such as chipped, worn, discolored, fractured, or rotated teeth when determining if veneers are fit for your personality and if it is right for you. When the procedure is done correctly, it can look quite natural-looking and can improve your appearance.

How Can I Get Porcelain Veneers?

If the benefits of getting veneers fits you, you may want to take the first steps towards getting some of your own. It is important to consult first with a dental expert to ensure that you get the best treatment and discuss the procedure and some of its limits. They will do a complete check and then suggest the best treatment method

The process of shaping porcelain to specific teeth isn’t a long or difficult one. Getting a dental veneer usually requires three trips to the dentist — one for a consultation and two to make and apply the veneers. One tooth or many teeth can undergo the veneering process at the same time.

How to Care for Your Porcelain Veneers

Once you settle on veneers, you must understand that you need to care for the veneers just like your natural teeth. Regular brushing and flossing should be a habit. It’s also important to schedule regular dentist appointments to check on the health of your teeth and your veneers. For the most part, is that porcelain veneers are more durable than your natural teeth and more stain-resistant. With proper care, porcelain veneers should last you a decade or two before you’ll need to have them replaced.

Here at Dental Boutique™, we only provide the very best that you deserve. We are always proud to help you achieve a natural smile with porcelain veneers. Contact us today to know more.

Summary

  1. Porcelain veneers are custom-made, thin shells placed over teeth to enhance their shape, colour, and alignment, while addressing concerns such as size, shape and discolouration.
  2. Porcelain veneers are effective for correcting stained, chipped, or mildly misaligned teeth; severe misalignment may require orthodontic intervention.
  3. The treatment process typically involves three visits to the dentist: consultation, preparation, and veneer application. With proper care, veneers can last 10–20 years.
  4. Veneers are durable and stain-resistant; regular brushing, flossing and routine dental check-ups are essential for longevity.

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Frequently asked veneer questions

Are Porcelain Veneers right or me?

Porcelain veneers can be used to help correct many concerns related to the colour, shape and size of your teeth. In order to determine if you are suitable for porcelain veneers we suggest coming in for a complimentary consultation with our team. During your consultation, we will thoroughly examine your teeth and discuss both your concerns and goals to assess if porcelain veneers are best for you. 

Do my teeth need to be shaved down for veneers?

We understand this is a very common concern around porcelain veneers and also a very big misconception. At Dental Boutique™ we have the most advanced technology and a highly skilled team, where we prioritise minimal preparation where possible. However, depending on your current smile, in some cases, some preparation may be required to allow a stable surface for the veneer to be cemented on. 

Is the veneer application procedure painful?

During both your preparation and final application appointment, local anaesthetic will be used to ensure you feel as comfortable as possible during and after your procedure. At Dental Boutique™, we also offer many other pain management options if you require them.

How long do Porcelain Veneers last?

With proper care and maintenance of your veneers, the lifespan of Porcelain Veneers is approximately 15+ years.

How should I care for my Porcelain Veneers?

Once your porcelain veneers are cemented on, they will act and feel like normal teeth. Therefore taking care of your veneers will be very similar and will require you to continue brushing your teeth twice daily, floss and ensure you are visiting the dentist every 6 months for your checkup and clean. 

Can Porcelain Veneers be replaced?

Yes, porcelain veneers can be replaced. This typically occurs when the Porcelain Veneers have reached their lifespan. Dental Boutique™ offers a warranty on all of our VeneerMe® treatments and are here to support all of our patients if or when they need assistance.

Are there any risks associated with Porcelain Veneers?

It is important to understand Porcelain Veneers are a commitment. At Dental Boutique™ we use the most advanced technology and place a huge importance on the safety of all of our patients. We see many patients who come to us wanting their teeth fixed or redone, after having offshore treatment at clinics that lack quality assurances and have fewer safety regulations to adhere to. 

What other treatments compliment Porcelain Veneers?

Many of our patients who get porcelain veneers may also look at our Invisalign treatment to align their teeth prior. As well as Teeth Whitening to ensure a seamless match between their veneers and regular teeth.

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