Porcelain Veneers Candidates

Porcelain veneers are a very popular cosmetic dentistry option that can help to improve not only the appearance of your teeth, but their function as well. Veneers can improve the appearance of teeth that are stained and discolored, or have chips or natural wear. Veneers can also help to improve teeth that are uneven or gapped, which can help to improve the function of your teeth.

Am I a Candidate?

There are some qualifications that must be met in order for you to be a good candidate for receiving porcelain veneers. The most important of these qualifications is that you need to have generally good dental health. Those people that suffer from severe dental issues like gum disease or gingivitis are not good candidates for receiving porcelain veneers. Your natural teeth must also be in good health, as they must be able to undergo the process that is used for bonding the veneers to your natural teeth. Individuals that have extensive chips or cracks, extremely large gaps, or severe misalignment may not be good candidates for porcelain veneers and should explore other cosmetic dentistry options.

Treatment Results

It is also important for a patient to understand the type of treatment results that can be expected with porcelain veneers. While this treatment option can dramatically improve the appearance of your teeth, there are some conditions which can't be addressed with veneers. Additionally, patients have to understand that the porcelain veneers procedure is not reversible, and patients should expect an adjustment period after undergoing this treatment. Some people may have difficulty eating and speaking while the mouth gets used to the veneers.

For patients who are good candidates, the porcelain veneers procedure can be an excellent option for achieving a dramatic smile makeover. To learn more about this and other treatment options, contact the dentists at our Philadelphia area center to schedule an appointment.