Dental veneers are shells that are specially designed to cover the front surfaces of damaged teeth in order to save them aesthetically. They hide the fractures, defects, stains and some other defects that occur in the teeth. Dental veneers are one of the most preferred and common applications of cosmetic dentistry. Various types are available according to the different needs of each patient.

Suitable Candidates for Dental Veneers
Dental veneers can be a good option for those who want to improve the appearance of their smile. These dental restorations can hide:

• Broken or chipped teeth
• diastema,
• Stains that do not go away despite teeth whitening
• Extremely thin tooth enamel
• Bad teeth.

It is important to remember that veneers are only an option for those who do not have serious cavities and gum disease. If the person has a significant oral/dental health problem, it is necessary to consult a specialist in the relevant field and improve it before proceeding to aesthetic procedures.

Dental Veneer Procedure
During the initial consultation, the dentist thoroughly examines the patient's teeth and gums to decide whether veneers are an option. If the patient is evaluated as a good candidate, the dentist starts the application by abrading a small part of the tooth enamel. Then measurements are made and tooth marks are taken. These molds are used by a technician in a private dental laboratory to create personalized veneers.

In this private dental lab, veneers can take several weeks to complete. Meanwhile, if necessary, the dentist can place temporary veneers in the patient's mouth. When veneers are finished, they are sent to the dentist's clinic.

At the second appointment, the dentist examines the shape, color and fit of the veneers before gluing them in place with a special dental cement. The dentist then checks the patient's biting action and makes some changes if necessary.

If the patient requests changes in any way, such as shape or color on the veneers, they should contact the specialist immediately. Collaboration between the dental laboratory and patients needs to go smoothly to achieve the best results.

There is no obvious healing process after dental veneer application. People who have veneers can return to their daily lives and continue their routine work on the same day. After the effect of the anesthesia wears off, they may start to consume fluids.

Patients only need to brush, floss and visit the dentist regularly to keep the structure of their dental veneers in good condition. In addition, they should use a soft-bristled toothbrush and non-abrasive fluoride toothpaste. In addition, products produced for bleaching teeth should be avoided as they may damage the coatings.

In order to prolong the life of the coatings, patients should avoid directly biting apples, carrots and similar hard foods. Candidates who will have veneers should bite, cut and chew such foods with their back teeth.

Although porcelain veneers are known to be non-staining, it is important to pay attention to excessive consumption of colored foods and beverages such as red wine, coffee, tea, strawberries and blackberries. As a result of heavy consumption of such things, coatings can discolor in the long run.

Advantages of Dental Veneers
Dental veneers have been preferred by many people in recent years. There are several advantages that it has behind this popularity. For example:

• Veneers can significantly improve the appearance of a person's smile,
• They imitate the appearance of real teeth, so to speak, for realistic results,
• Veneers are more resistant to discoloration than natural tooth enamel,
• Coatings do not need serious maintenance other than routine maintenance,
• With a healthy use, they have an average life of 20 years.

 

Types of Dental Veneers

There are several types of veneers such as composite veneers, porcelain veneers, and removable veneers.

1) Composite coatings

Composite veneers can mask minor imperfections in the appearance of a patient's teeth. To achieve the desired result, the dentist uses tooth-colored composite resin, a substance often used for bonding teeth.

2) Porcelain veneers

Porcelain veneers can also hide various visual defects that the patient has. These popular restorations are prepared in accordance with the patient's dental anatomy. The dentist must remove the enamel from the original teeth before applying it to the patient. In this way, roughening of the tooth surfaces and adhesion of the coatings are provided.

3) Coatings that do not require preparation

There are also coatings that have no preparation process or require minimal preparation. Like a standard porcelain veneer, they are custom designed for a patient's unique smile. Their procedures have less enamel erosion than conventional ones.

However, it is important to remember that enamel removal is also necessary for veneers that do not require preparation. They may not be suitable for everyone. Candidates can consult their dentist to determine if they are suitable for this type of dental veneer.

4) Removable skins

Such coatings, commonly known as "snap-on coatings", also have the same function; they cover natural teeth to hide some imperfections. The patient can use it whenever he wants and take it out of his mouth whenever he wants. These can improve the appearance of a person's smile, but it should be kept in mind that there may be difficulty in eating and talking.

There isn't really a lot of information about these types of coatings because they only have a few years of history. Patients can consult their dentist if this option is suitable for them.