When Are Porcelain Veneers Right For You?

By Harry Izzo


When it comes to dental procedures, understandably most people prefer anything that is more natural looking. Today invisible braces are preferred over the metal kind. Metal braces are not comfortable and prevent many people from showing a full smile in social situations. Conversely, porcelain veneers are worth showing off your teeth for.

However, just like invisible braces, veneers are not for everyone. You will want to consult with your dentist in order to decide if this procedure fits your situation.

The key is to have healthy teeth from the very start. If they are not healthy your dentist has to fix them before veneers can be applied. The reason for this is that veneers need to attach to healthy teeth in order for the procedure to be successful.

Cracked teeth or chipped teeth are easily repaired with veneers. Smokers who have stained teeth opt for veneers, because you avoid all the procedures needed to remove the stains. The veneers cover over any staining that may have resulted from the exposure to smoke. Covering stained teeth makes the problem go away permanently. Veneers also cover over chipped teeth and broken teeth that are otherwise healthy. Cosmetic dentistry is not normally covered by insurance so veneers will cost you. If you're frugal with your money then veneers may not be for you.

Veneers can last as much as 10 years before they need to be replaced. They are a good investment in the long run even though most dental insurance does not cover this cosmetic procedure. The veneers bond extremely well to the enamel on your teeth. It is permanent and there is no going back once you've had them installed. They cannot be removed at all, unlike invisible braces or dentures. Only at the time of replacing them are veneers ever removed.

Some habits that people have might be a problem for them if they get veneers. For example, if you're the type of person that likes to chew on ice from your soda this could hurt your veneers. Chewing ice probably got you into trouble in the first place and it is definitely a habit you want to quit after dental implants are installed. Chewing on ice can damage the thin shells attached to the enamel of your teeth. Any kind of grinding has to be avoided.

If you can break this habit and stop grinding your teeth then it is highly recommended that you have this dental procedure done. Pay your local dentist a visit and this dental procedure will give you back your perfect smile.




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