Veneers: What They Are and How They Work

Many celebrities with dazzlingly beautiful and bright smiles are not sporting an ‘all-natural’ look. Those crisp white and perfectly straight smiles spotted in magazines, social media, or TV are mostly thanks to one revolutionary cosmetic procedure – veneers.

Veneers are one of the best, quickest, and easiest ways to enhance your smile. This treatment is ideal for concealing or restoring imperfections like discolouration, unevenness, irregular shapes, and gaps, and it can even help restore teeth that have been worn down.

If you are considering veneers in Newtown, it can help you learn as much as possible about these cosmetic treatments before booking. Here’s an overview of what veneers are and how they work.

What Are Veneers?

Veneers are a type of thin shell that is applied over the surface of your natural tooth. Before applying the veneer, the original tooth is first etched to remove about 0.5mm of the front surface and to properly clean the tooth. Afterwards, a custom-designed veneer is applied to the teeth and secured in place with bonding agents.

The new tooth is custom-designed to suit the rest of your teeth in colour and shape. Patients can choose to get singular veneers installed or they can choose to get a full set of veneers that covers all teeth. 

This tooth coating stays in place throughout all of your activities and is never removed. This coating is aesthetically pleasing but can also offer some practical benefits, especially if your current teeth are worn or damaged.

There are two main types of veneers currently used in these cosmetic procedures. 

• Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain veneers are made from medical-grade ceramic. This type of veneer looks very natural since it is slightly translucent and mimics light reflection the same way a natural tooth would. These veneer types are the most resistant against stains and usually last 10 – 15 years. 

• Composite Veneers

Composite veneers are made from resin that is used in dental fillings. This type of veneer is more affordable compared to porcelain and can be wonderful for concealing imperfections. Composite veneers can look very natural because the material also has a slightly translucent and glossy effect. 

These veneers are more affordable, but they generally only last about 5 – 8 years with proper care. They are also more prone to chipping or staining. Even though this type of veneer isn’t as durable, many prefer it because it is more affordable, and the natural teeth are not etched as deeply before the veneers are applied. 

How do Veneers Work?

Veneers are mostly for cosmetic purposes and are designed to improve the appearance of your teeth. The thin layer covers the entire front of the teeth to make your teeth look better. Because they are perfectly bonded to the teeth, they stay in place even when you sleep, eat, or brush your teeth.

After getting veneers, you can proceed with your everyday life as normal, only your smile will look much better.

When to Get Veneers

These cosmetic procedures are great for covering up stains or discolouration in your teeth. They can also be a great solution if you want to repair a worn-down, chipped, or broken tooth. The coatings can even be used to conceal minor imperfections like unevenness, irregular shaping, or gaps. 

It is a terrific solution for anyone who feels shy about their smile or who might struggle with confidence due to some dental imperfections. 

Visit Blue Tooth Dental for Veneers in Newtown

Veneers can be a great option if you want to conceal some imperfections like misalignment, gaps, chips, or if you need to cover up some discolouration. This dental solution can be excellent for enhancing the appearance of your smile. 

If you want to improve your smile and are considering veneers, then we welcome you to reach out and contact Blue Tooth Dental. Our Newtown dentists are the best at transforming smiles and can assist with this revolutionary treatment.

Book now at Blue Tooth Dental to learn more about our veneer treatments.