Are you considering getting veneers to get the smile of your dreams? Veneers are a great option to improve the appearance of your teeth and they also serve as a solution if you have damaged teeth. They persevere as much of the original tooth structure as possible, so they are a safe solution.
Getting veneers is a big decision. Not only does it involve undergoing a dental procedure, but it is also expensive. Still, it can change your life. With a straighter, whiter, and healthier looking smile you can feel more confident and happy.
This relatively simple solution to an imperfect smile has to be maintained and they even need to be replaced every five to ten years. As far as maintenance goes, veneers have to be cared for the same way that your natural teeth do. With regular brushing, flossing, and visits to your dental professional, you can help them last longer.
Depending on your situation and the recommendations of your dentist, you may choose to get as many as 12 veneers or as few as 2. During your prosthodontic consultation, your dental professional will tell you how many veneers you need, as well as whether or not they are recommended for your situation.
Sometimes, although you may only feel that you need two veneers, you actually need more to make sure that your smile is even. In some cases, you may want to connect your two front teeth, but the structure of your natural teeth requires that you have more than two. This could either be for aesthetic reasons. For example, if your surrounding teeth are crooked or disproportioned.
Another reason why a dentist may recommend that you need more than two veneers is that you may not have enough space in your mouth for the two veneers with the current placement of your natural teeth. By getting more than two veneers, you can end up with a straighter, more natural looking smile.
So while it lengthens your procedure and it may cost more, you will be happier and more confident with the results.
Most dentists also recommend straightening your teeth first with braces or other orthodontic procedures, and then having all of the teeth in the area replaced with veneers to ensure that you smile is even and proportional.
The bottomline is that the experience of getting veneers varies from patient to patient. While one person may only need two veneers to get their ideal smile, another may need eight. The best thing you can do is schedule a consultation with your prosthodontist and have them recommend the best course of treatment for you.
If you are interested in learning more about veneers and other dental procedures, call our dental office in Plantation or Coral Gables today.