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Experience the power of a perfect smile. Explore our dental veneer options.
Your smile is often the thing that catches people’s attention. If a tooth needs some touch-ups to make your smile dazzle, consider getting a veneer. Veneers offer a lasting solution for issues that may not be effectively treated with other dental procedures such as whitening or braces.
Dental veneers are customized shells intended to conceal various aesthetic flaws, such as chips, cracks, gaps, tooth discoloration, and other imperfections. They’re a popular choice in cosmetic dentistry, offering various types to suit your individual needs and goals.
Veneers are thin coverings designed to fit snugly onto the front surfaces of your teeth. Skilled technicians craft them using premium dental materials such as tooth-colored composite or porcelain.
At your first dentist visit, they’ll check your teeth and gums to see if veneers are right for you. If they are, they’ll prepare your teeth by removing a bit of enamel. Then, they’ll take molds off your teeth. These molds will be used to make your custom veneers by a lab technician. Note that if you opt for composite veneers, molds aren’t needed.
It might take a couple of weeks for the lab to finish your veneers. If needed, your dentist can put temporary veneers on while you wait. Once your veneers are ready, the lab will send them to your dentist’s office.
At your second dentist appointment, they’ll check your veneers’ shape, color, and fit. Then, they’ll use dental cement to attach them permanently. They’ll also ensure your bite feels right and make any needed tweaks.
If you want changes to your veneers, like their shape or color, tell your dentist. They’ll collaborate with you and the dental lab to get it right.
After getting veneers, you can go about your day as usual. There’s no downtime. You can eat and drink then right after your appointment once the numbness wears off.
It’s common to feel some discomfort after your appointments. Your teeth might be sensitive, and your mouth could feel tender or sore. To manage any discomfort, you can use over-the-counter pain relievers and follow the aftercare instructions given to you.
Most people will feel entirely better within about a week. When your permanent veneers are put in, you might feel some sensitivity again as you get used to them. Remember, it takes a bit of time to adjust physically to having veneers in your mouth, possibly a few weeks.
The success rate of dental veneers is generally high when performed by a skilled dentist and when the patient takes proper care. According to the National Library Medicine, success rates often exceed 90% when applied correctly to healthy teeth.
Veneers can beneficially improve the appearance of teeth by covering imperfections such as stains, chips, or gaps. They are also durable and can last for many years with proper care.
However, there are some potential risks associated with dental veneers:
Some individuals may experience increased tooth sensitivity, especially immediately after the procedure. This sensitivity usually subsides over time but can be uncomfortable for some.
The process of preparing the teeth for veneers involves removing a small amount of enamel. While this is minimal, it still involves altering the structure of the tooth. In rare cases, this can lead to complications such as tooth sensitivity or even damage to the tooth.
While rare, veneers can sometimes come loose or break. This can happen due to various reasons, such as poor bonding, trauma, or biting on hard objects.
If not properly designed or color-matched, veneers may not blend seamlessly with the surrounding teeth, leading to an unnatural appearance.
Improperly placed veneers can cause gum irritation or inflammation. This can occur if the veneers are placed too close to the gum line or if there are issues with the fit.
Once enamel is removed from the teeth to prepare them for veneers, it cannot be replaced. This means that the process is irreversible, and the patient will likely need to have veneers or some form of restoration for the rest of their life.
Therefore, seek advice from an experienced dentist to ascertain whether veneers align with both your dental well-being and cosmetic aspirations.
The type of veneers you choose, as well as other factors like your personal habits and the way you maintain them, will dictate their longevity.
The average lifespan of veneers is expected to be around ten years or longer if well cared for. This may be slightly less, depending on the type of material they are made from. After a long period, veneers can become stained or chipped, just like natural teeth.
However, veneers are a permanent procedure. The tooth underneath the veneer is compromised in order to attach the veneer, so if it becomes broken or chipped, it will need replacing. Generally, veneers are low maintenance and last longer than less invasive alternatives such as composite bonding.
Trust our skilled dentists for exceptional dental veneers.
Enhance your smile with porcelain veneers at BK Dental – a top cosmetic dentistry in Scarborough. These thin yet strong veneers are carefully made to improve the appearance of your teeth, giving a polished look to your smile. Designed to enhance both the look and function of your teeth, this procedure offers a quick and effective solution for a better smile.
Our BK Dental specialists ensure a comfortable experience during the veneer installation. Detailed evaluations of your teeth help create customized porcelain veneers, perfectly fitted to your unique dental structure. Once crafted, these personalized veneers seamlessly blend with your natural teeth, resulting in a beautiful smile.
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