Additional Treatment
If you are looking at improving the appearance of your smile, you may be considering dental veneers. Veneers are a popular choice in cosmetic dentistry treatment and due to their versatility can be used to treat a number of different dental issues. However, you may not know a lot about them.
What Are Dental Veneers and How Do They Work?
A popular choice of dental treatment are zirconium veneers. The veneers are thin shells made of zirconium, a metal which is so strong many knives and scissors are made out of it. The brand used at Gastro Life Assistance is IVOCLAR which is the best brand of zirconium veneer in the industry. The veneers are individually customised to sit over the outer enamel of a specific tooth. You may choose any number of veneers in order to enhance your smile. Once the veneer has been custom created, the veneer is bonded to the tooth using a special bonding material.
What Preparation Needs To Be Done For Dental Veneers?
Each veneers is attached to the outer enamel of the tooth but before they can be bonded, a small amount of the natural enamel need to be removed. This helps the veneers fit securely and stops your teeth from looking unnaturally thick. The removal process is done with a local anaesthetic, so you won’t be in any pain. Once the enamel has been removed it will not grow back. This means that once your teeth have been prepared for veneers, you will always need veneers to cover them.
What Problems Can Dental Veneers Fix?
Veneers can be used to correct a large range of cosmetic dental problems including the gaps between teeth, under or oversized teeth, teeth which are set back from the other teeth, discoloration or stains and small imperfections such as chips or cracks.
Are Veneers Permanent?
Yes, they are a permanent addition to your smile that can’t be removed when you feel like it. However, veneers won’t last forever. With proper care they could remain intact for up to 20 years however after this it is likely they will need replacing.
What Aftercare Is There For Veneers?
It is actually quite easy to look after your veneers. The zirconium shells are very strong but you should avoid using your teeth as tools or putting them under any unnecessary stress of any kind. Brush them just as you would brush your natural teeth – brush softly with upward and downward movements, ensure you are flossing daily to protect both your teeth and your gums. If you smoke or regularly consume food and drink that contains tannins (coffee, red wine, tea etc.) then there is a risk that your veneers could discolour over time. Regular, professional dental cleaning will help keep your veneers in the best condition possible, but you should avoid anything that could stain your veneers as much as possible.