Non-Cosmetic Reasons to Consider Veneers
When it comes to getting that perfect movie star smile, veneers are the best cosmetic dental choice. That being said, there’s a lot more to veneers than simply sprucing up your pearly whites.
At Brightwork Family Dentistry we have the top dentists in Richmond, Virginia, including our cosmetic dentistry expert Dr. Benjamin J. Crowley. Dr. Crowley recommends veneers to treat many non-cosmetic dental issues, and we want to share some of those reasons today.
A little about veneers
Veneers are wafer-thin, tooth-colored shells bonded to the surface of your teeth to change their shape, size, or color. With veneers, we transform the look of your teeth and smile without the need for invasive or lengthy dental procedures.
After your initial consultation, you will return to the office so we can prepare your teeth for the placement of your veneers. First, we reshape the surface of your teeth to ensure a proper and comfortable fit before taking a mold of your newly shaped teeth to send to the dental technician who then creates your custom set of veneers.
Once your veneers are ready, you will return to the office so we can bond the durable shells to the surface of your teeth. We then shape and buff your veneers so your smile looks naturally beautiful.
Reinforce worn enamel
Your teeth are your body’s strongest tools and can easily cut and tear through food. Enamel, which is a highly mineralized composite that covers the surface of your teeth, is responsible for keeping your teeth strong and resilient.
Unfortunately, your enamel is susceptible to erosion from excessive brushing or over-consumption of highly acidic foods and drinks. Chronic acid reflux, also called gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), also causes enamel erosion.
With less enamel, your teeth may be more vulnerable to cracks and breaks. Loss of enamel also allows the dentin underneath to show through, causing your teeth to appear more yellow.
Veneers are strong and durable and we may recommend them to treat enamel erosion and prevent complications.
Treatment for cracked or chipped teeth
Your teeth are very strong, but they’re not invincible. You can crack or chip your teeth biting down on something hard or taking a bad fall. You shouldn’t ignore an injured tooth as it could increase your risk of more serious dental issues such as cavities, infections, or tooth loss.
We offer emergency dentistry services, including same-day appointments, to take care of these unexpected dental issues. Though we offer many treatment options to fix your cracked or chipped tooth, we may suggest the placement of a veneer to protect and strengthen your damaged tooth.
Fix for minor cosmetic issues
More serious orthodontic problems often require treatments such as traditional metal braces or clear tooth aligning systems like Clear Correct. However, if your misalignment issues are minor, such as slight crookedness or small gaps, we may suggest veneers instead.
Veneers are an excellent way to quickly fix your cosmetic issues and provide natural-looking results. They also offer a simple, minimally-invasive answer to minor non-cosmetic dental problems.
To learn more about the many uses of veneers, contact us by phone or online today. Our top dentists in Richmond, Virginia would love nothing more than to improve your oral health and the look of your smile.