Veneers: How do they help us?
Visiting a dentist is no longer about fillings and tooth extractions. A dental clinic has gained the status equivalent to spas and salons. If you haven’t heard about the smile spa yet, read about it here. Like salons help improve the appearance of our skin and hair, cosmetic treatments at the dental clinic help improve the appearance of our teeth.
You must have come across the term, veneers several times while reading about dentistry. Let us find out more about it.
What are veneers?
Veneers are thin layers of a material such as porcelain used to cover damaged teeth to protect them against further damage. Veneers help improve the look of your teeth.
What are the different types of veneers available?
Veneers are broadly classified into two types:
- Prep veneers - Prep veneers require a certain amount of preparation before they can be fit onto your teeth. Porcelain veneers typically fall under this category.
- Prepless veneers – Prepless veneers strive to minimize the preparation required before the actual fitting. Durathin and Lumineers are popular prepless veneers.
What does the treatment entail?
First, a mould is created by using a soft clay-like material on your teeth. Next, this mould I used to make the veneer fit for your teeth. Your dentist may file the surface of your teeth to make space for the veneer, or else putting veneer will cause your teeth to appear thicker. However, prepless veneers do not require any removal from the tooth surface, sparing patients the discomfort before the actual fitting is done. The veneer is not made in a day; it takes a couple of weeks to make the right veneer for you. So, typically, on your second visit to the dentist, you will have the veneer put on your teeth.
How long do veneers last?
Veneers fixed by experts will last several years. However, make sure you do not take the new appearance of your teeth for granted. Follow a proper dental care routine and avoid bad dental habits.
Happy smiling!
