Dental veneers are extremely thin shells that cover the natural teeth, hiding a multitude of sins. They are used to improve the appearance of the teeth and are cemented to the front surface of the teeth.
Why are veneers used?
Veneers are used for a number of reasons. For instance, an individual with badly stained teeth where tooth whitening will not improve them will often be given the opportunity to have them covered by a veneer.
They may also be used for teeth which are damaged, crooked, or where there are gaps between the teeth.
Types of veneer
Two of the most popular types of veneer are porcelain and composite.
Porcelain veneers are as the name implies made from a thin sheet of porcelain. They have the advantage of being translucent so are not easily spotted. Another advantage is they tend to be stronger and more durable than composite veneers.
Composite veneers on the other hand are cheaper than porcelain and are ideal for small chips as little of it is needed. The rest of the tooth does not need to be covered. However the disadvantage of composite veneers is they are not long lasting.
A more recent development in porcelain technology is Durathin. This particular veneer has one major advantage over traditional porcelain prosthetics as there is no need for the dentist to remove any of the tooth’s natural structure. In short there is no need for any dental preparation, including injections.
Interestingly, the procedure is also reversible and can be custom-designed to fit the individual’s requirements.
Durathin is said to benefit those who want a natural look but without the natural teeth being drilled in the process.
Another new development is the Lumineer veneer. Again these are porcelain based veneers, but are made from a special type of material called Cerinate.
Cerinate is applied directly to the tooth, and like Durathin can be applied without the need for injections or anaesthetics.
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