Veneers
Some of us have teeth that are not as white or as close to perfection as we would like them to be. Perhaps a tooth has been chipped or fractured. In some cases, teeth may have become discolored from age, smoking, or the beverages we drink.
Veneers are a terrific, long-lasting solution for making your smile bright and beautiful.
Veneers are very thin, resin shells made from tooth-colored porcelain or composite resin that cover your natural teeth. As strong and resilient as tooth enamel, veneers can protect the teeth for many years, while improving the shape and look of any broken, chipped, or stained teeth.
Veneers are individually custom-made for each patient to tightly fit the contours of his or her teeth. Once properly shaped, veneers are bonded to the dental enamel during one, perhaps two, office visits.
Benefits of dental veneers at Arihant
Improves appearance of any number of teeth
Veneers can be used to improve the appearance of any number of teeth according to the patients need.
Quiker results
Minor gaps in your teeth can be corrected almost instantaneously with veneers than with traditional braces.
Stain resistant
Veneers are resistant to staining and discoloration caused from food and beverages.
Improves esthetics
Veneers can mask the appearance of small defects like broken, chipped or irregularly shaped teeth.
Whiter Teeth
Veneers may be customized to the shade of the patients choice. It could be your natural teeth shade or a whiter shade.
Minimal reshaping of teeth required
Veneers require very minimal tooth shaving compared to crowns, that require shaving from all surfaces of the tooth.
FAQs about dental veneers
If you are over the age of 16 and has healthy gums, without decay, missing teeth or large gaps. You could consider placing veneers. If you are an individual with the habit of grinding teeth while sleeping or biting nails, our cosmetic dentist can discuss the outcomes and will advice you accordingly.
The procedure may cause very little to no discomfort as the procedure is carried out under a local anesthesia. Some patients complain of a tingling sensation called sensitivity after the procedure. A fluoride gel applied by your dentist could reduce this tingling sensation.
The cost of veneers depend upon a number of factors like the number of teeth being treated, the type of veneer used (composite veneers cost less compared to porcelain veneers). Our dentists at Arihant are always available to guide you according to your need and affordability
The preparation procedure for veneers is very simple and you leave the clinic with a temporary
veneer. This helps you get back to normal life right after the dental office visit.
Treatments other than veneers to correct minor imperfections like discolorations, small gaps, and teeth size issues are lumineers, crowns, and composites. Our dentist at Arihant can discuss these thoroughly with you.
Veneers could be treated like natural teeth. Brushing and flossing twice a day to keep the veneers free from bacteria, food lodgement and deposit build up would be sufficient. Scheduling yearly appointments with our cosmetic dentist helps us check for any defects.
Veneers may be replaced but cannot be reversed. However, with proper care they last between 10-20 years. If one of the veneers loosen, wears out or beaks; they can may be replaced.
Good oral hygiene with proper tooth brushing and flossing can keep the teeth under veneers free from decay causing bacteria. If proper care is not taken, there are chances for decay on the natural teeth around and under the veneers.
The layer of tooth surface removed during the preparation for veneers make them prone to decay if not protected by veneers.
It is likely that your veneers may loosen over a period of time. Keep the veneers in a safe place, book the earliest appointment with your dentist and get them re fixed or replaced ,if any defects are present.
If you have any questions at all about veneers, including about the cost or procedure, please give us a call and set up an appointment. We’ll be happy to tell you everything you need to know to help come up with a plan to give you the most beautiful smile.