How are Veneers Done?

How are Veneers Done?

30th November 2022

A new survey claims that half of Britons are not happy with their teeth. They also feel that their teeth hold them back in their personal and professional lives.

But Veneers can help you regain control of your life with a beautiful smile.

Learn how veneers are done and more to make an informed decision.

What are Veneers?

Dental Veneers are thin, tooth-coloured shells. They are attached to the surface of your teeth to treat various cosmetic concerns.

Veneers can help hide broken dentures, chipped teeth, discolour, or small teeth.

That makes it clear that Veneers are something that is attached to your teeth. They don’t replace your teeth, unlike some other procedures.

Keep reading to learn how Veneers are attached to your teeth.

Types of Veneers

There are three major types of Veneers, as follows:

• Porcelain veneers
• Composite resin
• No-prep Veneers

The process of getting Veneers depends on the type of Veneer you choose.

When you get Porcelain or composite resin Veneers, the surface of your teeth will have to ground down. This helps ensure better placement of Veneers. The procedure is irreversible and often requires local anaesthesia.

With no-prep Veneers, however, you only have to get minimal tooth alterations.

Choosing either of these types of Veneers should be based on:

• The dentist’s recommendations
• Longevity,
• The way your teeth are; straight or crooked
• The appearance of the Veneers
• Your cosmetic dental concern and
• Cost

When you come in for your free initial consultation at Natural Smiles, our team of dental experts will walk you through the various options. And we will suggest the most suitable ones based on your budget and needs.

The process of getting Veneers

Getting a cosmetic dentistry procedure is not child’s play. Especially something like getting Veneers which permanently alter the way your look, smile, eat and speak.

Knowing the process in detail before getting it done can help you prepare better. And take a decision you won’t regret later.

Here’s the simple, four-step process for improving your smile with Veneers.

Step 1 – Deciding if Veneers are right for you
Say you have discoloured teeth. Instead of getting Veneers to cover up your stained teeth, you could try teeth whitening. It costs less, is faster, and is more convenient.

If that’s absolutely not possible, Veneers might be the best option.

Even for other cosmetic concerns, there can be alternatives that you can consider.

So the first step in the process of getting Veneers is deciding if they are indeed the right choice for you.

Our team of dentists at Natural Smiles have in-depth knowledge of various procedures. And based on your unique needs, they’d be able to suggest the best dental treatment for you.

Once it is final that you need Veneers, the rest of the process is simple and straightforward. And it requires only a few sittings, as detailed below.

Step 2 – Planning your Veneers
The first sitting usually involves creating a comprehensive treatment plan for you. Our cosmetic dentists start by assessing your teeth and taking some X-rays. This also helps rule out the presence of any underlying oral health issues.

Based on your oral health and the condition of your teeth, you might also have to get some other dental procedures done first to better prepare you for getting Veneers.

Once all that has been finalised, our team will discuss the options for your teeth. You can choose the shape, size, and colour of your Veneers to ensure an as natural-looking smile as possible.

A 2D and 3D planning procedure takes place to design your new smile, this includes the size, shape and form of the final veneers

Step 3 – Preparing the Veneers
Once your Veneer treatment has been planned to perfection, your teeth will be prepared. This usually involves removing a small amount of enamel from your teeth. The amount of enamel removed is equal to the thickness of the Veneers.

This is important to ensure that your teeth don’t become abnormally thick after getting Veneers.

After that, a digital impression of your teeth will be taken. These impressions are then sent to our lab where the on-site technicians will create your new, custom Veneers.

Custom-creating your Veneers ensure that they:

• Fit properly on your teeth,
• Don’t look unnatural, and
• Give you the smile of your dreams.

Step 4 – Fitting the Veneers
The final peg of the process is getting your Veneers fitted onto your teeth.

In this sitting your teeth will be roughened, cleaned, and polished. This allows for the Veneers to bond strongly with your teeth. Thus, reducing the need for frequent fittings and replacements.

Then a special adhesive is applied to your teeth. A strong light is used to harden this adhesive and ensure your Veneers are attached nicely to your teeth.

After the fitting and before you leave with a confident smile, our dental specialists will access your bite.

And if you aren’t comfortable, adjustments are made until you are perfectly happy.

Tips to take care of your Veneers

Once your Veneers procedure is done, the recovery time isn’t as long as some other dental procedures.

But after you’ve got the stunning smile you always desired, don’t forget to take good care of the Veneers.

Here are a few tips for taking care of your Veneers:

• Use non-abrasive toothpaste to avoid damaging the surface of the Veneers.
• Brush twice and floss as usual to ensure good oral hygiene.
• Avoid chewing on hard objects like ice, pen, pencils, and even your nails.
• Visit your dentists often to keep your new smile healthy.
• If you indulge in sports or clench or grind your teeth, get mouthguards.
• Never open packaging using your teeth.
• Avoid chewing with your front teeth. Cut up hard-to-chew food items and chew on them with your back teeth.

Typically porcelain veneers last up to 10 years. But with good care, you can ensure that they last for their longest lifetime, sometimes up to 20 years.

Take the first step to a flawless smile today

You shouldn’t have to wait to be able to flaunt a perfect smile that makes you feel confident and comfortable.

Schedule your free consultation with our expert dentist at Natural Smiles and take the first step today. A brighter, better smile awaits you.