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What are veneers on teeth?
Veneers are thin layers bonded to the front surface (lip side) of the teeth for aesthetic purposes. In the past, to cover aesthetic teeth problems the only solution was the placement of a crown. However, the main disadvantage of that method was that the dentist had to grind down a large portion of the tooth. Today’s veneers represent a much less invasive and more aesthetic solution: the dentist can reshape teeth so that no one realises they are actually not natural teeth. The veneers ensure not only bright white teeth, which you have always wanted. They also solve many other problems, such as twisted, broken, cracked, or even too-short teeth.
Types of veneers
Veneers can be divided into two groups based on the way they are made. One is a direct veneer that is sculpted on your teeth and the other is the indirect veneer mare in a dental laboratory. Let’s see what the main features are.
Direct composite veneers.
Direct or composite veneers are light-cured. The direct veneers are made by the dentist in the dental office within one treatment session. There is no need for a diagnostic cast. It is typically cheaper to make direct veneers, but they are less durable and slightly lower quality.
Indirect, or porcelain veneers.
Indirect, or porcelain veneers require longer preparation. Before fitting, you need a consultation or other treatments, a diagnostic cast and laboratory work as well. However thanks to the dental technology used, the construction is much more precise and the effect is more natural. The Lumineers a transparent coating made of 0.5 mm thick porcelain ceramic that does not need to be polished – this is an American brand. Conventional veneers are 1 mm thin, depending on the level of grinding, and only cover the front part of the teeth; used for canines. E-max veneers lithium-disilicate ceramic veneers, 1.5-2 mm thick and partially or completely cover the teeth.
FAQ about veneers
Which materials are the porcelain veneers made of?
Veneers are extremely thin all-ceramic shells, made of pure porcelain (lithium disilicate).Veneers have an excellent transparency and therefore look like natural teeth.In addition, the all-ceramic shells are completely free of metals
Who are Emax veneers and Emax crowns suitable for?
- If you have discoloured teeth
- In case of damaged or broken teeth
- When you want to correct irregularly shaped, distorted teeth
- In case of a gap between the teeth
Advantage sof porcelain veneers
- You can achieve a natural effect
- The gums usually tolerate the veneers well
- The porcelain veneers do not discolor
- With porcelain veneers, you can lighten your natural teeth
- The porcelain veneers are nowadays the most suitable solution if you want to change the tooth shape or color – there is no need to grind down a not a lot of tooth substance
Are 4, 6, 10 Veneers enough?
Fixing 4 Veneers is not aesthetic. Rarely 6, usually 8 Veneers are enough for an average mouth per row of teeth, 10 for a wider mouth.
How many Veneers do you need for a full smile?
The perfect smile can be achieved with 20 Veneers (10 at the bottom and 10 at the top), as they completely cover the smile line.
Treatment with veneers does not contribute to aesthetics, as the contour recedes or is disproportionate. In such cases, gingivoplasty is always necessary first. This is how we achieve an aesthetically pleasing result.
Is getting veneers painful?
No, before grinding down, the patient receives a local anesthetic injection
How long do veneers last – are permanent?
The life span of the ceramic shells is 10-15 years, depending on how well ones takes care of them. Since they are made of porcelain, they are extremely durable.
Do porcelain veneers need special care?
They need the same good care as natural teeth, since beneath the shell the teeth can still get caries. Good oral hygiene is especially important: cleaning your teeth twice a day, flossing them and of course a dental check-up twice a year. That is how we avoid development of caries and gingivitis. The latter is particularly important, because gingivitis can cause receding gums over the years, due to which the outer line of the shells may become visible. In such cases, a replacement may become necessary, even if the fixing is still strong and there are no damages or cracks. By cleaning your teeth twice a day thoroughly and using cleansing solutions against dental plaque, you can maintain the shells intact and undamaged for a much longer period.
What can you not do after veneers?
Nail biting and teeth grinding can damage the veneers. Therefore you should get rid of these bad habits and acquire a dental night guard for teeth grinding. This help prevent the harmful consequences of teeth grinding while sleeping.
Can you go back to normal teeth after veneers?
Unfortunately, the answer is no, you cannot fully go back to your original teeth after getting traditional veneers. This is because the procedure usually involves removing a thin layer of enamel from your teeth to make space for the veneers. This enamel doesn’t grow back.
Disadvantage sof porcelain veneers
- The process is final, irreversible
- Veneers are more expensive than composite fillings
- The shells cannot be repaired – if damaged or broken, they must be completely replaced
- The color of the shells does not change along with the color of natural teeth. For example, if you plan to have tooth whitening, you should have it prior to placement of the shells
- In very rare cases, it may happen that the shells become loose or fall off
- With much teeth grinding or hard biting, the veneers can break or get damaged more easily
What do veneers look like after 10 years? What will happen?
The Veneers need to be replaced when they wear out, but this is often more than 10 years. With proper dental care, this time can be significantly extended.
Procedure of porcelain veneers
The placement of a so called shell or several shells generally needs two sessions. A consultation and preparation takes place during the first appointment. In the second session the dentist places the finished work on the tooth – or teeth, since more teeth can be treated at once.
- Diagnosis and preparation of the treatment plan: Here the patient and the treating specialist consult about the teeth that need treatment. They discuss the desired and possible shape, the color of the veneers, and what results can be achieved. The dentist examines the current state of the teeth thoroughly and makes an x-ray.
- What happens to teeth under veneers? Preparation: The dentist, in order to be able to place a porcelain veneer, must grind down up to half a millimeter tooth substance. This width corresponds to the width of the veneers. Before grinding down, the patient receives an anesthetic injection, thus they feels no discomfort. After the dentist has prepared the tooth/teeth, he takes an impression and sends it to the technical laboratory.
- Placement: Before the dentist places the porcelain veneers permanently, he checks the veneers to see whether color and form have become as desired and whether they fit correctly. Immediately before placing, he cleans, polishes and roughens the surface of the tooth. This procedure is necessary for the perfect adhesion of the shell. After fixing and polishing the veneers, the patient can smile with his shiny new teeth.
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