{"id":2045,"date":"2022-01-20T20:41:27","date_gmt":"2022-01-20T20:41:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/allreddentistry.com\/?p=2045"},"modified":"2022-01-20T20:41:27","modified_gmt":"2022-01-20T20:41:27","slug":"top-10-dental-veneer-questions-our-patients-ask","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/allreddentistry.com\/top-10-dental-veneer-questions-our-patients-ask\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Dental Veneer Questions Our Patients Ask"},"content":{"rendered":"
If you have questions about dental veneers or the dental veneer process, you aren\u2019t alone. Many people have heard of veneers and know they are a cosmetic dental care<\/a> solution but don\u2019t know much more. And if you think you require a smile makeover, you should know if dental veneers are an option. Therefore, our Allred Dental team has compiled a list of the top 10 questions patients frequently ask us about dental veneers. We hope these answers will help you feel more informed to determine the right artistic dentistry solution for you.<\/p>\n Cosmetic dentists recommend porcelain veneers to address a wide range of cosmetic complaints. These wafer-thin shells of tooth-colored dental porcelain are bonded to your teeth by your dentist. To create the strongest bond and most natural-looking bond appearance between your veneers and natural teeth, a small layer of your natural tooth structure has to be permanently removed. However, since veneers are custom-made to match the shade and shape of your natural teeth, they will blend in perfectly and seamlessly.<\/p>\n When bonded correctly by your dentist, your new veneers will feel completely natural in your mouth. After a couple of weeks, most patients don\u2019t even notice their veneers when talking, eating, or doing anything with their teeth. Porcelain veneers don\u2019t require any special care beyond your daily oral hygiene routine and will look and feel just like your regular teeth.<\/p>\n Though we can remove dental veneers, they are not reversible<\/a>. When your teeth are prepped for the dental veneer procedure, the top layer of enamel is removed so the caps will fit over them perfectly. Unfortunately, once your tooth enamel is removed, it cannot be restored. Thus, porcelain veneers are a permanent solution and, when removed, must be replaced with new veneers.<\/p>\n Your natural teeth will stain more easily than veneers, but this does not mean veneers can not become discolored over time. For example, surface stains can occur after lengthened exposure to tobacco products or beverages such as red wine and coffee. Discoloration can also occur over time with your age. Further, if you injure a tooth and the dentin underneath is damaged, your dental veneer on top of it may appear discolored.<\/p>\n With the wrong kind of pressure, your dental veneers can indeed break. However, veneers are designed to be quite durable, so breaks are not a common occurrence. Although they\u2019re thin, veneers are very strong. They are resistant to chips and cracks, but you must respect your veneers and avoid using them as tools. For example, using your teeth to open packages or bottles can compromise the integrity of the veneers and cause permanent damage.<\/p>\n Typically, dental veneers will last for five to ten years before they need to be replaced. When determining what kind of dental veneer is right for you, you should weigh various factors, including the short- and long-term cost, the expected lifespan of the veneers, and the appearance you\u2019re hoping to achieve. At Allred Family Dentistry<\/a> we recommend porcelain veneers to correct stained, discolored, chipped, gapped, or misaligned teeth.<\/p>\n This question can get a bit tricky, as sometimes patients don\u2019t understand that though the veneers themselves can\u2019t get cavities, the natural teeth behind them can. And though veneers can magically transform our smiles<\/a>, they aren\u2019t a magical solution that prevents cavities or gum infections. So to maintain your overall oral health, it\u2019s recommended that you continue with your at-home daily oral hygiene regimen and your regular dental checkups.<\/p>\n1. What are veneers?<\/h2>\n
2. Do veneers look and feel like natural teeth?<\/h2>\n
3. Are veneers a reversible procedure?<\/h2>\n
4. Do veneers get stained?<\/h2>\n
5. How strong are veneers?<\/h2>\n
6. How long do dental veneers last?<\/h2>\n
7. Can veneers get cavities?<\/h2>\n
8. Will veneers affect my eating habits?<\/h2>\n