Porcelain Veneers Treatment

Porcelain veneers are an effective and popular cosmetic dentistry treatment. The veneers are used to address several different issues that a patient may want corrected with their smile, including the shape of their teeth, chips or cracks, and discoloration, all at once.

Candidate Requirements

To be considered an ideal candidate for porcelain veneers, there are several requirements that a patient must meet:

Good Oral Health – The most important requirement for porcelain veneers is good dental health. If you have any types of gum or tooth disease/decay, or damage to your teeth due to excessive grinding or infrequent brushing, you will need to address these concerns before the veneers can be placed.

Expectations of Change – Porcelain veneers are considered a permanent treatment option, as a small layer of enamel must be buffed away from the natural tooth structure in order to place the veneers. A good candidate for veneers needs to understand the lasting change that the procedure will require.

Expectations of Results – It is also important that porcelain veneers candidates recognize the results that are possible with veneers. Like all treatments, veneers have limitations, so it is best to discuss your goals with your cosmetic dentist to determine if veneers will work for you.

Alternative Treatments – It is important that candidates for porcelain veneers have researched all other options before choosing this treatment in order to make sure it is the most appropriate choice for their goals and needs. In some cases, less involved treatments such as teeth whitening or dental bonding may provide satisfactory results.

Contact a Cosmetic Dentist

Veneers continue to be one of the most popular forms of cosmetic dentistry. To determine your candidacy for this treatment, contact a cosmetic dentist to review your individual treatment needs.