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Who are candidates for dental veneers?
Dental veneers are a restorative cosmetic dental treatment option applied to anterior teeth that can significantly improve the appearance of teeth. They are thin veneers made of either feldspathic or lithium disilicate porcelain known as emax, zirconia and composite resin; they are placed on the front of the teeth using an adhesive technique and their main function is to restore or change the shape, size and/or color of the natural tooth. Ideal candidates for dental veneers include people seeking to correct a variety of cosmetic dental problems, such as:
- Teeth with discoloration changes: Veneers can be a solution for teeth that have changed color due to causes such as root canal treatment, staining from tetracycline or other medications, excess fluoride, or have grayish colors that do not improve with tooth whitening.
- Worn teeth: Tooth wear can be caused by bruxism (teeth grinding) or simply by wear over time. Veneers can restore the original appearance of these teeth.
- Teeth with edge fractures or chipped teeth: Dental veneers cover the vestibular (front) and incisal part of the anterior teeth, restoring them to an intact, visually pleasing and healthy appearance.
- Irregular, misaligned or abnormally shaped teeth: For people with teeth that are slightly misaligned, have interdental spaces or are unusually shaped, veneers can provide a more uniform and harmonious smile without the need for orthodontics.
- Gaps between teeth: Veneers can be used to close spaces between anterior teeth (diastemas), offering a quick and esthetic solution.
- Restore or increase the vertical dimension: Dental veneers in conjunction with dental inlays or dental crowns in the posterior sector are an esthetic and conservative treatment that is applied to increase the patient's lost vertical dimension.
To be a good candidate for dental veneers, it is important to consider several factors:
- General oral health: Candidates should have healthy gums and teeth. Problems such as tooth decay or gum disease should be treated before veneers are considered and should be kept under continuous monitoring following treatment.
- Amount of tooth structure present: There must be a minimum amount of healthy tooth structure present to opt for this type of treatment, otherwise other treatments can be performed that cover a greater amount of tooth structure such as dental crowns.
- Commitment to oral care: Although veneers are durable, they require proper maintenance, including good oral hygiene, regular visits to the dentist and mainly avoiding eating certain foods that can increase the possibility of fracture in dental veneers or at least not doing so with the anterior teeth, such as chewing ice, biting directly into an apple or a food with a similar hardness and not biting objects with the teeth.
- Realistic expectations: It is important to have realistic expectations about the results that can be achieved with veneers. Although they can significantly transform the smile, it is vital to discuss with the dentist what is possible in each specific case as they are highly dependent on the size of the natural teeth present to be involved in the smile design, if any of these teeth have any significant angulation or improper positioning.
If you are considering dental veneers, it is best to consult with a dentist who specializes in cosmetic dentistry. The dentist will evaluate your specific situation and help you determine if veneers are the right choice for you, taking into account your aesthetic goals and the health of your teeth and gums, as well as define the material to be used and the number of teeth to be involved in order to achieve the goal of creating a harmonious, healthy and aesthetic smile.
If you wish to undergo an aesthetic treatment of dental veneers, you can request an appointment for an evaluation at the dental clinic Sonrisa para Todos by calling 4010-3333 or writing to WhatsApp 7031-7979. It is a pleasure for us to serve you.
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