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Aesthetic Treatments » Veneers

Dental porcelain veneers are part of a suite of cosmetic dentistry options available at Guidepost Dental Clinic, for other cosmetic treatment options please take a look at this short video.

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• Dental Veneers

  Veneers are used to create the ultimate smile makeover. They make it possible to transform crooked, stained, damaged or badly worn teeth into brand new straight white smiles

  Veneers are wafer-thin laminates or shells of tooth-coloured material which can be porcelain or composite (white filling material). They are “cemented” to the front surface of teeth to improve their appearance.

  There are a wide variety of reasons why people opt for dental veneers:

  Staining

  - Badly stained teeth that cannot be improved by teeth whitening or professional cleaning can be improved with dental veneers, which cover any existing stains on your teeth.

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  Damaged teeth

  - Teeth that have become badly worn through excessive grinding or fizzy drinks, as well as those that have been chipped or broken can benefit from veneers. A single damaged tooth can easily be repaired with a porcelain veneer that has the same characteristics and colour as your natural teeth.

  Gaps

  - spaces between your teeth can easily be closed using dental veneers, giving you a more uniform-looking smile.

  Crooked teeth

  - Veneers are not the ideal treatment for crooked teeth as we would rather preserve your natural teeth structure, orthodontics or Invisalign braces would probably a better solution. However, these treatments can take up to a year. For teeth that are not severely crooked, veneers placed over their front surface will give a straight and perfectly aligned-looking smile.

  
  There are two types of dental veneer that we use:

  
  

  Porcelain Veneer

  This is the most popular type of veneer; it is a stronger and a more durable material to use. Porcelain veneers also offer a more natural looking, translucent appearance.

  Composite Veneer

  These veneers are more prone to staining and do not last as long as porcelain veneers. Composite veneers are much cheaper than porcelain veneers in general, but considering that they do not last as long and need replacing more often, they could end up costing more in the long run. Composite work is ideal for small chips, as this treatment preserves more of your natural tooth structure.

  Step by step guide to having veneers fitted.

  1. The first part of any dental procedure is the initial consultation and examination, so that our dentist can get a feel for what you want and understand your needs and concerns. Our dentists will explain the treatment procedure to help give you an accurate guide to the likely costs of your treatment.
  2. Before your veneers are designed, your dentist will need to reshape and prepare the front surfaces of your teeth so that they can accommodate the veneers.
  3. A mould (copy) of your teeth is taken and sent to our dental laboratory. They will then use this as a guide to help them make your new veneer. This can usually take them around two weeks.
  4. While we wait for your veneers to be made, we will fit you with some temporary veneers to protect your teeth.
  5. On your next appointment, we will fit your new veneers to your teeth.

  Porcelain veneers will typically last between five and ten years, while composite veneers last a year or two at most. Although veneers will eventually need to be replaced when they become old and cannot be repaired. To make your veneers last longer, follow a good oral hygiene program and visit us for check-ups on a regular basis.

  If you would like a veneer to improve the appearance of your smile you can make a consultation appointment and speak to one of our dentists, or if you have any questions please contact us as we are always happy to help.

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