In years gone by, many people assumed that any kind of cosmetic treatment was all about vanity. While this can certainly seem to be the case for many treatments that are based on removing wrinkles or fine lines, it is rarely the sole basis behind cosmetic dental care.
For instance, if you are looking to realign your teeth using invisible aligners, this isn’t solely about getting a straighter smile. It can help with a better bite and chewing and can also help to reduce secondary issues such as teeth grinding.
Nowhere in dentistry is this kind of dual-purpose treatment more evident than when it comes to the use of porcelain veneers.
At Melbourne East Prosthodontics, we want you to feel happy with your smile. As such, we offer a wide range of cosmetic dental treatments to our patients. One of the most popular and versatile treatments that our dentist Kew can offer to those who are suitable and who want to makeover their smile is porcelain veneers.
Are there any advantages to having porcelain veneers fitted? And how can they offer more than a simple aesthetic enhancement? Read on to find out.
Aesthetics
A key reason why many patients come to our dentist Kew to have porcelain veneers fitted is related to improving the aesthetics of their smile. Veneers can be used to whiten your teeth instantly. Unlike traditional whitening methods (which involve bleaching or abrasion), veneers simply involve a measurement of your teeth being taken by our dentist Kew and then veneers being created in a dental laboratory. They are fitted to your teeth using dental cement, and once in place, they should last between 10 and 15 years, provided that you maintain the correct level of oral hygiene.
Concealing
Porcelain veneers are in essence a covering, so they can be used to cover persistent staining or cracks and chips in the enamel. This is another reason why they are a versatile option; they can provide the aesthetic advantage of hiding a crack whilst also preventing bacteria from gaining access to these imperfections, which can otherwise lead to tooth decay or even abscesses.
Gaps
Many adults have a few minor gaps in their teeth and are looking for ways to conceal them without the use of orthodontics. Depending on the severity, our team may be able to offer you porcelain veneers as an option to conceal these gaps. We will simply design the veneer to be slightly wider than the surrounding teeth, so once fitted, it will look natural whilst also closing the spaces.
Asymmetries
In some instances, patients have asymmetrical teeth, so the mirroring tooth may be longer than the one on the opposite side. Veneers can correct this by lengthening the tooth synthetically, thus creating a more symmetrical finish. Depending on the severity of the asymmetry, our team may decide that you are a better candidate for orthodontic treatment. So talk to our team about this option.
Sensitivity
Oral sensitivity is common, and as mentioned before, veneers are in essence a cover for your teeth. If your teeth hurt when you consume hot or cold beverages, then it may be worth asking our team about having a veneer fitted. Depending on the cause of the sensitivity, this rather simple placement can cover holes or cracks that cause discomfort and thus offer relief from this unpleasant sensation.
DISCLAIMER
All treatment carries risks. Individual consultation is required with one of our practitioners to ensure that the treatment is right for you.