Do you have slightly crooked teeth and are looking to straighten them with some kind of orthodontic treatment? There may be more than one option available for you. The first, of course, is traditional braces and clear trays such as Invisalign.
But what if you require minimal treatment to get your teeth straightened?
In such cases, our experienced and top-rated dentists may choose to fix the problem with dental veneers.
What Are Dental Veneers?
Veneers are a type of cosmetic dentistry that can provide aesthetic improvement to slightly crooked, uneven, or discoloured teeth. The veneer treatment process involves covering the front surface of a tooth with a thin layer of porcelain or composite material. The goal is to provide a natural-looking and long-term solution for people who want to achieve an aesthetically pleasing smile.
Are Veneers Suitable for All Types of Malocclusion?
For those with only minor misalignment issues, veneers may be an effective way to create a perfectly straight smile without needing orthodontic treatments, such as traditional braces or lingual braces.
With the right dentist and treatment plan, even those with slightly crooked teeth can benefit from veneers, particularly if they are looking to improve the appearance of their natural teeth without drastically altering them.
However, dental veneers can correct slightly crooked or uneven teeth. If you have severe malocclusion or if your teeth overlap, veneers are not the treatment that will improve your smile.
In these cases, orthodontic treatments, such as traditional braces or clear aligners, may be better suited for achieving perfectly straight teeth since they address issues beyond aesthetics and focus on achieving proper tooth alignment and oral health overall.
When considering whether you need to straighten teeth for veneers, it’s important to consider all factors before diving into any treatment plan involving cosmetic dentistry procedures, such as porcelain or composite veneer placement.
What Are The Different Types Of Tooth Veneers?
There are two different types of veneers, generally made out of either porcelain or composite resin material.
Porcelain veneers last longer than composite options due to their superior strength and durability. They must be custom-made by a qualified dental technician for them to fit correctly in your mouth and look natural when placed on your teeth. Another more time-efficient way is to use the CEREC machine for “same-day smile makeovers”.
Composite veneers do not require using a dental laboratory. Instead, they are applied directly onto your teeth in the form of moulded putty that hardens into place once it comes in contact with a special kind of UV light.
Both types of veneer materials can improve your smile when done correctly by an experienced cosmetic dentist.
Can I Get Dental Veneers?
Yes, if you have healthy teeth and gums, you are eligible for dental veneers.
An introductory meeting with one of our qualified dentists at any of our dental clinics will help you learn more about this and what a treatment plan tailored for you will look like.
If you are conscious of your uneven smile and feel it is affecting your personal and professional interactions, dental veneers can change your life!
Not only will you receive an improved aesthetic outcome with perfect straightness, but you’ll also experience long-term comfort due to correct tooth alignment over time that helps maintain optimal oral health when compared to leaving severely misaligned teeth untreated.
Transform Your Smile Today: Discover the Life-Changing Benefits of Dental Veneers
So there you have it! We hope this information has given you an insight into what is possible with dental veneers.
Our professional and experienced team in our clinics at Pyrmont, Sylvania Waters and Illawong will answer all of your questions to help you make the best decision for your oral health. Whether you are looking to get straighter teeth or create a more uniform smile, veneers may be an ideal choice.
With so many possibilities, why not give yourself a chance to explore all the options available to you – we’re all about creating and preserving healthy smiles, after all!
Don’t hesitate to let us help create the perfect smile for you; contact us now!
Pyrmont: (02) 9158 6213
Illawong: (02) 9158 6756
Sylvania Waters: (02) 9159 6083
Resources
Good Dental Habits
https://www.webmd.com/oral-health/video/good-dental-habits
Dental Veneers: Everything You Need To Know
https://www.forbes.com/health/body/dental-veneers/
