Dental Veneers

The cosmetic dentistry field has so many options to improve your appearance that it can be difficult to choose what to have done. When your cosmetic dentist also practices restorative family dentistry, your options become clearer as he gets to know you, your preferences, your lifestyle and your budget. Dental veneers, in their many forms, provide easy, affordable options to many of your oral concerns. Veneers may be the ideal solution to improve your outlook and well-being.

 

Dental veneers are nothing more than thin slices of tooth-colored coverings. They can change unattractive, yellowing teeth into natural-looking whiter versions as part of a confidence-boosting smile makeover. Veneers attach to the front of your original teeth using dental cement. Ultraviolet light hardens the cement — an easy and pain-free process when you rely on your cosmetic dentist at Albany County Dental Associates.

Placing your dental veneers is an in-office cosmetic procedure that helps you get that winning smile. According to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, about 89 percent of those who visit their cosmetic dentist do so to make themselves more attractive and boost their self-esteem. Another 54 percent do it for dental health reasons, and as many as 50 percent do it to look and feel younger.

The Veneers Teeth Values

Veneers come in two types: porcelain and composite. While porcelain veneers are the best, which you choose depends on your preference and your family dentist’s recommendations. Your dental veneers cost and the time it takes for the treatment also varies, according to the type you choose. Typically, porcelain dental veneers cost is double that of composites, but they also usually last longer.

The film industry started using veneers in the 1920s, but they’ve only become available to the public since 1983. Dental veneers need expert hands to contour them and fit them to your teeth perfectly. Talk with the dentists at Albany County Dental about dental veneers cost and your options for affordable dentistry to suit you and your family.

Reasons to Go the Veneers Way

Veneers are the easiest way to get whiter teeth when teeth whitening treatments don’t work or don’t give you the kind of results you hoped to achieve. Along with being stain-resistant and chip-resistant, dental veneers help with the aesthetic look of your whole face.

Additional dental problems that veneers address include:

1. Gaps between teeth
2. Broken or chipped teeth
3. Discoloration of your teeth
4. Any damage to enamel
5. Weak teeth
6. Crooked teeth
7. Misaligned teeth
8. Teeth of uneven sizes

Differences Between Porcelain and Composite

Porcelain veneers can last anywhere from 10 to 15 years. They’re fairly stain-resistant due to the polished enamel-like look and the strength of the material. Your dentist takes an impression of your teeth and then creates the mold. Your natural teeth are reshaped so the veneers fit properly over them. Usually, you need more than one dental visit for this procedure. Also bear in mind that this is an irreversible procedure.

Composite veneers, meanwhile, just take one sitting. The resin is applied directly to your teeth and sculpted. UV light hardens the resin bond, and additional resin layers add more strength to your teeth. Then your dentist gives a polished finish to the veneers for a more natural look. These are sometimes referred to as no-prep veneers or same-day veneers. While they may require slight adjustments to your natural enamel, the adjustments are minimal.

Prepless Veneers vs. Press on Veneers

The latest in veneer technology requires very little if any alteration to your natural teeth. Prepless veneers work just like conventional veneers to present a natural look and feel. And they work perfectly for minor teeth defects. Consult with your dentist to see if you would make a suitable candidate for such veneers.

If you want veneers for only short periods of time — like for a wedding or a job interview — then press on veneers are your best choice. These veneers don’t need any bonding material and just clip on to your teeth. You can eat, talk and also drink normally without any problems.

Aftercare for Veneers Teeth

Once your veneers are in place, you need to take care of your teeth. Proper care not only allows you to enjoy your veneers longer, but it also ensures your veneers always look great. Ask your dentist about how to take care of your veneers.

Instructions for care your dental team may provide you include:

1. Brush and floss your teeth like normal
2. Don’t chew hard foods like nuts or bones
3. Don’t bite ice, pencils or other hard objects
4. Don’t use your teeth to open packets
5. If you’re prone to teeth grinding, ask your dentist for a mouthguard
6. Avoid clenching your teeth
7. Maintain a regular bi-annual dental checkup

Alternatives to Veneers

Veneers don’t work well for everyone. It may also be because your teeth need more care than veneers can give. In such instances, talk with your New York dentist about possible alternatives to veneers, such as:

1. Teeth whitening
2. Invisalign aligners
3. Crowns
4. Dental bonding
5. Enamel microabrasion
6. Full-mouth dental implants
7. Orthodontic treatments