Dental veneers are thin pieces of tooth-colored porcelain cemented to the front surfaces of your natural teeth, and are an easy way to address a variety of physical and aesthetic problems. Because they're also permanent, however, you'll need to carefully weigh the pros and cons of the procedure before you decide to get them. Here are six things to think about and discuss with your dentist.Pro #1: Easily Whiten Your Smile
Years of drinking coffee, smoking cigarettes or eating highly pigmented foods eventually take their toll on your teeth, turning them an unattractive shade of yellow or brown. Stained enamel can be bleached at home or by your dentist, but it can become stained again. If you're looking for an easier way to whiten your smile for good, dental veneers may be a good fit for you. Veneers are largely stain-resistant, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), so you won't have to worry about discoloration or needing to have your veneers whitened.
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You
may think that because you have misshapen teeth, noticeable
gaps, or deep discoloration, not much can be done to fix it
without expensive, long-term intervention. But we have the
perfect answer. Veneers are made out of the most advanced dental
ceramic available so they look natural. They fit over and are
bonded to your own teeth, so extensive work isn’t necessary –
you can get your makeover in just two visits! We even offer
Lumineers™ veneers that are contact-lens thin and super
translucent. Since Lumineers are so thin, little to no tooth
reduction is necessary. Often times you won't even need a shot!