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Are you unhappy with your smile? Are your teeth badly stained, shaped or crooked? If so, veneers may be a proper solution to bring your smile back to life. Dental veneers are a very popular treatment in cosmetic dentistry and are used for either aesthetic purposes or when front teeth are damaged, chipped or broken. With dental veneers, your dentist can create a bright, white smile with beautifully aligned, shapely teeth. The translucent ceramic quality of today's veneers provides a more natural look than what has been available previously. Regardless of the cause of your unattractive teeth, dental veneers may solve most or even all of your cosmetic dental issues. What Conditions are Dental Veneers used for? With age and over time, the thin, tough outer surface that coats your teeth, called the enamel, can wear and look dulled, stained and discolored. This can occur naturally with age or as a result of certain medications. However, this change in your teeth is often due to habits such as tooth grinding, poor oral hygiene, and the consumption of carbonated and sugary soft drinks. Tea, coffee and smoking can all contribute to the staining of your teeth as well. Over time, as you grow older, your teeth will naturally wear down just like the wear and tear on a car tire or shoes. As your teeth are used in everyday activities such as chewing, they wear away and can become cracked or chipped. Other conditions in which veneers are suitable include:
• Crooked teeth
• Accidental damage
• Genetics
• Uneven teeth The Protective Role of Dental Veneers for your Smile Not only do veneers rejuvenate your smile, but they can also serve a protective, functional role. Dental veneers provide a protective cover for damaged teeth in a similar manner that dental crowns can protect damaged teeth. The advantage over crowns is that veneers are wafer thin and very little tooth structure is needed to be removed or drilled away. Veneers can also help with tooth sensitivity where the enamel has worn away. With veneers being so thin, they may require little-to-no tooth reshaping when bonded onto the tooth. Once veneers are bonded into place, they are relatively strong and durable. It is important, though, to take proper care of your veneers in order to not abuse them because the thin porcelain shells can damage or break with improper care. Your dentist may advise you against certain habits or diets, such as eating carrots and other solid foods that may damage your veneer. In addition, your dentist may recommend that you wear a protective appliance while you sleep, especially if you grind your teeth at night. If your smile is in need of a transformation, contact your Maple Grove dentist to find out if veneers are appropriate for your restoration.
Sean Hartmen writes for Drs. Francis and Mazhary of Grove Health Dental, dentists in Maple Grove. Offering the highest level of dental care for patients of every age, this Maple Grove family dentist offers services in most phases of dentistry including, family dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, sedation, implants and Invisalign.
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