Pros
and Cons of Traditional Porcelain Tooth Veneers
Advantages: Porcelain veneers
are common in creating new smiles and smile
makeovers. With porcelain veneers, you can
have the smile of your dreams in a very short
period of time. Typically veneers are difficult
to stain, making veneers a very popular solution
for many people seeking that perfect smile.
They are strong and very durable and can last
from ten to fifteen years. They come in colors
that will brighten dark teeth without the
worry of them changing color. Veneers are
typically done in only two one and a half
hour long appointments, and can actually strengthen
your tooth.
There is no additional maintenance, other
than a follow-up visit to your cosmetic dentist
and proper brushing and flossing on a daily
basis.
Finally, a whiter smile gives people to whom
you are speaking a place to focus and gives
you a friendlier appearance.
Disadvantages: It takes
a week or two of a period of adjustment to
get used to your teeth that have been changed
in color, size, spacing and shape. While very
little tooth is removed in most cases, there
are situations where more tooth must be removed
which increases the risk of trauma to the
tooth. The amount of tooth to be removed for
the veneers should be discussed with your
cosmetic dentist beforehand.
It is common to have minor sensitivity after
your teeth have been prepared for your veneers
while wearing the temporary veneers. Veneers
are very reasonable replicates of natural
teeth, but not perfect replacements for natural
teeth. It's common to see slight variations
in the color of veneers upon very close inspection,
as with natural teeth. It can take up to a
month or two before your new smile feels a
part of you.
If you suffer from bruxism, clenching or
grinding of your teeth, veneers can be damaged,
chipped, or cracked. If you suffer from bruxism,
speak with your cosmetic dentist about wearing
a mouth guard at night to protect your new
smile. |
