Advantages of porcelain veneers
Have you been recommended porcelain veneers? These are becoming one of the most sought after aesthetic solutions today.
Therefore, it is worth asking what exactly they are. What advantages do they have? Are there any disadvantages?
What are porcelain veneers?
Porcelain veneers, or ceramic veneers, are very thin sheets that cover the tooth and improve its aesthetic appearance. They allow for much whiter teeth and do not require any type of invasive procedure.
Although they appear fragile because they are so thin, porcelain veneers are very resistant once they adhere to the tooth. Its advantages are mainly aesthetic as you will see in this article.
Its advantages and some disadvantages
Among the advantages of porcelain veneers, we can name the following:
- Help troubleshoot crooked or broken teeth.
- They give a whiter and more uniform appearance to the teeth.
- They maintain their color and shape as long as you follow the specialist’s recommendations.
- Porcelain veneers do not need maintenance, except in very special cases. You will not have to go back to the consultation again and again.
- Helps maintain the results of teeth whitening for much longer.
- They are extremely thin sheets and no one will notice that you have them on.
- Helps to solve the problems of stains and irregularities in the teeth.
- They do not break easily. They are, in fact, very resistant once they adhere to the tooth.
- There is a wide range of colors, tones, and shapes that can be chosen according to your own anatomy and your preferences.
- Improve the appearance of the smile in record time.
Clearly, not everything is a benefit, and porcelain veneers can have some downsides as well. Naturally, the price tops the list of disadvantages, as it is much higher than a dental cleaning. It is even taller than composite veneers.
In addition to the price, another common downside is the increased sensitivity to changes in temperature. And while they last a long time, veneers cannot be repaired. If they are damaged they must be replaced with a new one.
However, most of the disadvantages of porcelain veneers are prevented if you follow your doctor’s recommendations. This way you will avoid that they change color, that they change with the bite, among other things. Finally, remember that not all of us are good candidates for porcelain veneers, so consult with your specialist to ensure that this treatment is appropriate for you.
