Understanding the Basics of Veneers

November 16, 2014November 16, 2014 DickDick 0 Comment

 

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Considering your options for cosmetic dental work? Advancements are being made all the time, and soon plain old dentures will be obsolete. The cost of cosmetic dental procedures is slowly going down as new possibilities keep springing up.
Distinguishing between cosmetic dental options can be confusing, but a little research goes a long way. Here’s some detailed information about veneers which should help you better understand this particular line of cosmetic dental work.
Basic Porcelain Veneers

  • Standard porcelain veneers tend to be thin, customized “casings” that get applied to the front of teeth in order to alter general appearance, shape or color
  • These basic laminate veneers are compiled of multiple, thin layers of ceramic which replace the original tooth enamel, and add an additional adhesive layer
  • Applying them usually requires the removal of a small bit of tooth enamel so the veneers can get properly fitted into the client’s mouth

    • Note:The amount of enamel to be removed depends largely on the condition of the original teeth — is the alignment close to correct, or is it way off? Is there crowding? The more of an adjustment required to achieve optimal alignment, the more enamel will have to be removed. The veneers are then slid over the original teeth like a new skin, and this is considered a permanent treatment.
    Thinner Veneers

  • There are also instances when clients may qualify for something called “no-prep porcelain veneers,” which require little or no reduction in enamel
  • There is a new, patented brand of veneers on the market that are significantly thinner that the standard, averaging a mere 0.2mm in thickness
  • These have additional appeal to people that may already be suffering with compromised enamel since they require little or no reduction when applied
  • These ultra-thin veneers are said to be very resilient and can last for more than 20 years
  • Additionally, in many cases they can be used in place of braces

    • Maintenance

  • Veneer maintenance is actually pretty simple — treat them as you would your natural teeth, brush with a non-abrasive toothpaste and floss
  • Usually about a week after installation, a follow-up dental appointment is required to make sure the veneers are getting properly situated
  • This appointment may seem unnecessary if the veneers feel about right to the client, but the dentist can see things that the client cannot
  • If there’s any history of clenching or grinding, an overnight bite guard is essential to protecting the longevity of your new veneers
  • Porcelain veneers require routine polishing with non-abrasive pastes, and while this may seem self-explanatory, regular check-ins are necessary to make sure the veneers are retaining their surface.

    • The dental cosmetics industry is making constant strides. The more new options crop up, the more the cost of previous options comes down. It’s true, cosmetic dental work is not cheap, but as time goes on, that tends to improve. Before long, it may be standard that some of these more frequently applied procedures are covered by better insurance plans.
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