Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain veneers can fix a lot of different problems for your teeth, and are a great option for anyone who would like to better their smile. The best feature of porcelain veneers is that your smile looks natural with them in place. Porcelain veneers are permanent thin pieces of ceramic bonded to the front of your teeth, and are commonly used to hide discoloration, brighten teeth, and generally improve your smile. Veneers are a great smile-makeover option that provides dramatic and long-lasting results. As with any medical procedure however, there are advantages and disadvantages to porcelain veneers.

In addition to looking natural, there are a number of other advantages to porcelain veneers as well. Since porcelain is a ceramic, stain-producing products roll right off the surface, just like glass. Veneers made of porcelain are naturally stain resistant, even for those who can't give up their daily cup of coffee or the glass of red wine with dinner.

There are some disadvantages that go with porcelain veneers as well. These can be avoided, however, if you take proper care of your veneers and remember not to do things like open bottles with your teeth. While porcelain veneers are extremely strong and generally last for years, they can break or come off. If a veneer comes off, your cosmetic dentist will probably just reattach it. But if the veneer breaks, it cannot be repaired and you will have to undergo the time and expense of having a new veneer made.

Also, a small amount of enamel must be removed from the front of your teeth before porcelain veneers can be placed. This changes the look of your natural teeth. So once you have undergone the process, your teeth without the veneers will not look aesthetically pleasing.

Overall, porcelain veneers can give you the smile you’ve always wanted in a manner that does not involve surgery or other invasive procedures. So by taking good care of them and being aware that they can be damaged, you can make the most of your new smile and have it last a long time. This will not only improve your smile, but your self-esteem and self-confidence as well.

Lumineers are the thinnest veneers available and often can be placed with removing little or no enamel, making them reversible.