If you have always dreamed of the perfect smile, there is no doubt the subject of porcelain veneers has come up. With the technological boom of the last two decades a lot more has become available, safe and achievable, including a brand new, bright smile achieved by an increasingly common dental procedure. There are a lot of stories out there regarding this popular dental solution. So let’s look at some details about porcelain veneers.
You Get To Test Your Smile First
One common fear around getting veneers is that once you take the jump, you have to live with the results. Almost like getting a tattoo on spring break that can of course be removed but will leave a permanent mark for your trouble. Well, there is great news in this regard. Once you and your dentist decide on the shape and colour of your new smile, you will get the chance to wear it. Your new veneers will be semi-permanently adhered to your teeth for a few days so you can try it out in your everyday life to see if your new smile is the perfect fit.
You Design
You will have full control over the look of your new smile. If there are parts of your smile you find unflattering this can likely be managed or changed completely. You can even add more to your smile if you want. Having the ability to choose exactly how you want the world to see you is definitely among the advantages of porcelain veneers.
Every Smile Is Unique
Contrary to some information out there, you will not be able to go into the dentist’s office and leave the same day with your set of veneers in place. This is mostly a result of people having differing bone and jaw structure. Every set of veneers is specialised to the clients’ unique needs and to make sure they are a comfortable fit. These will be with you for the next 10 to 15 years after all, so it’s safe to say you want it done right. Your first visit will be mostly measurements and choices to make with the procedure taking place at a later date.
How Is The Pain?
Like any trip to a dentist, you will be sufficiently numbed before the procedure begins. Most dentists in Sydney CBD do their best to save as much of each original tooth as possible. This means the procedure is typically a fairly painless affair compared to something like a tooth extraction or a root canal.
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Your Natural Teeth Remain In Place
Getting porcelain veneers doesn’t mean going in and having all of your teeth extracted and replaced. The procedure is much less invasive than that really. Your dentist will only shave down your teeth where absolutely necessary to make room for the thin veneer to be attached. So it’s nothing like going in to get a deep cavity drilled or even worse, a root canal.
They Last A Long Time
Though porcelain veneers won’t last forever, they should easily last you a good 10 to 15 years before needing attention or replacement. That of course depends on how well you take care of them. So, your brand new, perfect smile will be there to greet you in the mirror for years to come.
