What is dental veneer in Wirral?
Basically, a dental veneer is a thin layer of artificial material applied to the front surface of a tooth. It helps to improve the appearance by fixing issues as chipping,irregular shape, inadequate size, gaps ,stains or discolouration. Cosmetic dental procedures like these are extremely popular.
Are there different types of dental veneers ?
It is possible to fabricate dental veneers at a dental laboratory (indirectly) or in a patient’s mouth as they seat in a dental chair (directly).
With the first type technicians produce the veneers by using impressions that the dentist has taken at the surgery. These veneers are either porcelain or ceramic. The ceramic veneers require less tooth preparation and are therefore more conservative. The porcelain ones though can last longer.
Dental therapists or dentists perform direct veneers chairside with composite. They either sculpture the veneers free-hand or heat a material that is then mould-injected. These veneers are not as durable as the direct ones and would need changing and refreshing more frequently,normally every 5 to 7 years.
Does it take long to get a veneer?
It requires only one appointment to make direct veneers. The dental professional will remove a small amount of enamel before placing a very thin layer of composite material. In some cases there would be no need to take anything off the tooth.
For an indirect veneer patient will have to go to the dental office twice. During the first appointment the dentist will cut about 0.5 mm from the front side of the tooth and take impressions to send to the dental laboratory. There the technician will fabricate the veneer and then return it to the the surgery for test and fit.
Do dental veneers need maintenance?
Composite veneers can acquire stains and that’s why it is important to avoid certain foods and drinks such as tea,coffee,red wine or curry.
Porcelain and ceramic veneers are more resilient but can chip,fracture or debond from the teeth.
Excellent oral hygiene is essential. You have to use soft toothbrush and to regularly clean between teeth with floss,interdental brushes or water flosser. Plaque accumulation can result in tooth decay and gum inflammation which would compromise the outcome from the treatment . Regular visits to see your dentist are therefore of critical importance.
If you want to find more about dental veneer in Wirral , please get in touch with Irby Dental Practice on 0151 648 1974 and we would be happy to answer all of your questions.