Change your Smile with Sacramento, Elk Grove, Greenhaven and Pocket area Dental Veneers
Dental veneers are part of cosmetic dentistry. They help to improve the look of teeth and in some cases may aid in the function of teeth. They are usually not covered under dental insurance plans, but they are very popular because of their affect on the appearance of teeth.
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Dental veneers can be placed so that your whole smile changes. You can literally change the look of your whole mouth with dental veneers due to the technology and advanced methods used when placing them.
Dental Veneer Basics
Dental veneers are custom made to fit over your natural teeth. They look just like real teeth and function like them as well. Veneers, as they are often referred, can be used for various reasons to fix teeth.
Veneers are made mostly of composite resin or porcelain. They are made in a laboratory or can be made in your mouth by the dentist. Those made in a lab are bonded to your teeth once they get to your dentist's office. Those made in your mouth are actually molded around your teeth and seal to the tooth.
Veneers are thin and bond right to the tooth. They are very durable but still should be cared for as you would care for your natural teeth. You may not be allowed to eat certain foods and if you grind your teeth in your sleep you may be required to wear a protective mouth guard at night.
Problems Corrected by Veneers
Dental veneers are used to fix various dental issues for Sacramento, Elk Grove, Greenhaven and Pocket area residents . They can be used to fix the appearance of teeth due to many reasons. They can also be used to fix gaps. Commonly dental veneers are used in the following cases:
- Worn enamel
- Wear and tear
- Abnormal spacing
- Uneven teeth
- Fix the size of teeth
Veneers should not be used in severe cases when other methods of fixing the tooth (like braces) will work or when a dramatic change is warranted. Veneers can be costly, so it is also not recommended to simply get veneers to cover stained teeth unless such stains can not be fixed through whitening procedures.
The Functional Side of Veneers
Dental veneers can be used for functional purposes and not just as a cosmetic fix. Veneers may be used to protect damaged tooth surfaces. They may also be used instead of a crown to prevent the need for a more invasive procedure.
Veneers can be used in many ways to make you feel less self confident about your smile or to help you avoid invasive procedures. Dental veneers offer you a long term solution that provide you with a natural and better looking smile than you had before.
