Dental Veneers in Joondanna

From consultation to veneer placement, the entire process usually takes one to two appointments. Each appointment would last an hour or so.

Composite resin veneers can be bonded in one visit. It is necessary to reshape the entire tooth before bonding, and the composite material is shaped and glued on. A special light is then used to solidify the composite. Your dentist will then polish it so that it looks like a natural tooth.

Porcelain veneers, on the other hand, are created in a dental laboratory, so they take longer. The process usually takes one to two weeks. Your dentist will take a mould or impression of your teeth after removing a small part of the enamel, and send them to the dental lab. This will ensure a snug and proper fit. You might be fitted with temporary veneers during the waiting period for your permanent porcelain veneers. A subsequent appointment will be scheduled once your permanent porcelain veneers are ready. They will be fitted, checked, and permanently bonded to your teeth with dental cement.

Veneer treatment usually removes a small portion of enamel, so candidates with enough natural tooth enamel should be a good choice. An ideal candidate for dental veneers should also be in good dental health and have minimal cosmetic issues, such as:

• Chipped tooth
• Uneven teeth
• Worn teeth
• Discoloured teeth
• Slightly crooked teeth
• Cracked tooth
• Gaps between teeth
• Misshapen teeth

There are risks associated with every dental procedure. Despite the potential risks of dental veneers, they can easily be avoided with proper care.

1. The dental procedure involves the removal of some of the natural tooth enamel. It may result in teeth becoming more sensitive to hot and cold temperatures. However, this effect should subside after a few weeks. Consult your dentist if the sensitivity persists.
   
   
2. Bruxism or jaw pain can occur when a veneer is not fitted correctly.
   
   
3. Veneer failure is more likely if dental issues are not addressed prior to placement. Before getting dental veneers, your dentist may recommend treatment for existing dental issues, such as bruxism, tooth decay or gum disease.
   
   
4. During the enamel removal procedure, the dentine beneath the enamel surface can be damaged. But this is very rare.

Maintaining your veneers properly can help them last longer. The following tips will help you maintain the quality of your veneers:

1. Brush at least twice a day, and floss daily. Rinse your mouth with an antibacterial mouth wash.
   
   
2. Don’t bite into hard foods such as hard candy and ice.
   
   
3. Do not use your teeth to open bottles or packages.
   
   
4. If you play a contact sport, you should wear a custom mouthguard to protect your veneers from breaking or chipping. Teeth grinding can also damage your veneers. If you grind your teeth during sleep, wear a nighttime mouthguard to protect your veneers.
   
   
5. Regular dental check-ups and oral hygiene treatments are also recommended every six months.

Veneers are so durable that they rarely break. However, veneers are not indestructible. Even the strongest natural teeth can break under the wrong kind of pressure or force.

There are a number of reasons why a veneer can break:

• Frequently biting into hard foods
• Constant tooth grinding
• Incorrect design or placement
• Tooth decay underneath the veneer
• Blows or impacts to the face

Dental veneers can permanently improve the appearance of discoloured or damaged teeth. There are alternatives to dental veneers that are less expensive and more temporary:

1. Teeth Whitening:
   If you have stained or discoloured teeth, tooth whitening is cost-effective. Getting your teeth whitened by a dental professional in-office or purchasing an over-the-counter teeth whitening kit are both options. Although over-the-counter solutions may work, professional teeth whitening is more effective.
   
   
2. Dental Bonding:
   Bonding is one of the quickest and most affordable ways to repair minor tooth damage, such as chips or cracks. The procedure starts with roughening your tooth, applying a tooth-coloured composite resin material to the damaged permanent tooth and solidifying it with UV light. It may be necessary to shape the composite resin material after it has solidified.