Are There Dental Veneer Options?

A dental veneer is a common remedy for imperfections, such as chipped, stained, misaligned, or unevenly spaced teeth. It offers a brilliant solution to those looking to enhance their smile and improve their looks. As no two mouths are the same, there are several types of veneers. Here is an overview of the four most common types to help you decide which one is right for you.

Porcelain veneers

Porcelain veneers are the most common dental veneer option. They were originally used by Hollywood actors to improve their smiles for photo shoots and on-screen appearances. Those original veneers were attached with a removable bonding agent, so the veneers were not affixed to the teeth for long.

Porcelain veneer application process

Now, modern porcelain dental veneers are the most permanent type of veneers. The process for getting these permanent veneers requires several dentist appointments. The dentist will first form an impression of the teeth. The teeth then are buffed, sanded and adjusted to prepare their surface for the veneers. Finally, the dentist applies the porcelain veneers to the teeth with a cement bonding agent.

Cons of porcelain veneers

There are several downsides to the porcelain veneers, such as:

• They are irreversible
• They are extremely difficult to repair if chipped or broken
• The teeth beneath the veneers are permanently altered due to the buffing and reshaping

Despite the downsides, proper dental care will ensure the porcelain dental veneers will last anywhere from 10 to 20 years.

Composite veneers

The second most common dental veneer option is the composite veneer. Composite dental veneers are often completed in one dentist visit.

Pros and cons of composite veneers

They are a cheaper alternative to porcelain veneers, but they do not last as long. These veneers will only last approximately five to 10 years and are more likely to stain and chip. The biggest advantage to composite dental veneers is that they are easily repairable.

Lumineers

Lumineers offer the most of both worlds because they are the strongest and the thinnest of all dental veneer options.

Pros and cons of Lumineers

It only takes two appointments to apply Lumineers because they do not require tooth alterations or anesthetics. They can last for more than 20 years and are completely reversible if a patient should ever decide they no longer want them.

The only downside to the Lumineers is their thinness. Some patients complain that dark or severely stained teeth are still visible under the Lumineers.

Non-permanent veneers

Non-permanent dental veneers are generally used as placeholder veneers when waiting for permanent veneers, but they are also a popular temporary option on their own. Because they are temporary and made of a softer plastic material, non-permanent dental veneers are primarily used to cover up minor cosmetic issues, such as staining. They are easy to remove and can even be applied at home using kits sold online or in drug stores.

Conclusion

Every smile is special, and you deserve to be proud of your smile. With a dental veneer, you can be.

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