A beautiful smile attracts attention and does wonders for the self-image and overall confidence of a person. While a healthy mouth is maintained through proper dental care including regular brushing of the teeth and the use of dental floss, there are some people that need help in achieving the look they desire when it comes to their teeth. One of the most popular cosmetic dental procedures currently available is dental veneers.
Cosmetic Town TV took a look at dental veneers and discovered how they can improve the appearance of the smile:
Dental veneers, which are usually made from porcelain, are thin shells of ceramic that are attached to the front area of the teeth. They are made of a material that closely resembles the look of natural dental enamel which means they are tooth colored. They are bonded to the front of the teeth in order to change the size, color and shape of the teeth.
There are two methods that can be used to manufacture veneers. They first method is the direct method where a dentist sculpts and places the veneer on the front of the tooth. The indirect method involves the dentist making an impression of the tooth and then sending the impression to a lab in order to be manufactured. While the patient is waiting for the veneer to come back from the lab, a temporary veneer is placed on the tooth. Once the permanent veneer is returned by the lab, it is bonded to the tooth.
Before any veneers are created and placed, the dentist will need to remove some of the tooth structure in order to make room for the veneers. The amount of tooth structure that is removed depends on the treatment goals of the patient.
According to Dr. Dustin L. Cohen, a cosmetic dentist from Beverly Hills, patients see many benefits to the use of dental veneers to improve the smile. Dr. Cohen told Cosmetic Town News that “veneers are really like a bespoke collection of highly-functional fashion pieces. They can help to remove the distractions that take away from the natural beauty of a person. Dentists are able to correct the color, shape, length & position to give a patient the smile that matches their style. The confidence boost that comes along with a smile makeover with porcelain veneers is exhilarating.”
He added that “the changes that can be made to the jaw position, along with cheek & lip support, can dramatically change the facial aesthetics for the better. Restoring worn down back teeth to their original dimensions with porcelain onlays or crowns will lengthen the lower third of the face and give the face a longer thinner appearance. Adding porcelain veneers to the front teeth can help support the lips and smooth out wrinkles while also revealing a fuller upper lip. On the functional side of things, porcelain veneers can help to restore a balanced bite because uneven occlusion can lead to things like sore jaw joints, sore neck & facial muscles, headaches and continued grinding or clenching.”
Once the veneers are placed by the dentist, patients can resume their normal activities the same day. There might be some sensitivity for a few days but this sensation will not last very long. The results of having veneers placed will be seen immediately by the patient. A person must practice proper oral hygiene in order to enjoy long lasting results of dental veneers. On average, dental veneers normally last from 7-20 years. They might need to be replaced sooner if there are any cracks, chips or wear and tear as a person gets older.
Dr. Cohen also shared the fact that many patients look to celebrities as an inspiration for the results they desire. Dr. Cohen said “one name that gets spoken about a lot is Blake Lively. Her smile is big, bright & beautiful. Some patients are convinced she has veneers but it looks like her teeth might still be natural. She might have had orthodontics, bleaching and maybe some crown lengthening where they remove a bit of gum tissue to reveal more natural tooth. Whether she has porcelain veneers or naturally beautiful teeth, she is definitely a smile goal for many people.”
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