Sunday, March 2, 2014

When Are Porcelain Veneers Right For You?

By Harry Izzo


Not surprisingly more people prefer dental procedures that are natural looking. For instance, more people today prefer invisible braces over metal braces. Metal braces are uncomfortable and keep you from smiling in front of others. On the other hand, porcelain veneers make your smile look natural.

Veneers are not for everyone, just like invisible braces are not for everyone. To know whether this procedure is appropriate for you, you will have to consult with your dentist.

The key is to have healthy teeth from the very start. If they are not healthy your dentist has to fix them before veneers can be applied. The reason for this is that veneers need to attach to healthy teeth in order for the procedure to be successful.

If you have chipped or cracked teeth then porcelain veneers are best used on them. Smokers with stained teeth might find it better and cheaper to opt for veneers. The veneers hide all this staining that occurs from smoking. Veneers simply cover over the problem. The veneers also cover over broken or chipped teeth that are otherwise healthy. Because they are cosmetic in nature insurance does not cover the cost. So if you're the frugal type then you may want to reconsider.

Veneers can last as much as 10 years before they need to be replaced. They are a good investment in the long run even though most dental insurance does not cover this cosmetic procedure. The veneers bond extremely well to the enamel on your teeth. It is permanent and there is no going back once you've had them installed. They cannot be removed at all, unlike invisible braces or dentures. Only at the time of replacing them are veneers ever removed.

People with bad habits might not enjoy having veneers. If you are the kind of person that chews their soda ice then you are bound to damage these delicate veneers. Chewing ice is probably how you damaged your teeth in the first place. Unless you break the habit, you are likely to damage your veneers as well. The veneers are thin shells bonded to the enamel of your teeth and any grinding should be avoided.

If you do not grind your teeth, or if you can break the habit of grinding them, then the veneer procedure is highly recommended for you. Make an appointment with your local dentist and he'll improve your smile with this procedure.




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