Advantages and Disadvantages of Veneers

Porcelain veneers are a convenient and useful treatment when it comes to cosmetic dental procedures as it helps a individual improve the look of their teeth and smile. They also earn a well deserved first place when it comes to  general restorative dentistry and a smile makeover in Dubai for repairing fractured or unaesthetic teeth.

Like all types of medical procedures and dental procedures, there are advantages and disadvantages that the general population should be aware of.

 Advantages of Porcelain Veneers

·         Natural look - Porcelain veneers provide a very natural tooth appearance. They imitate the light reflecting properties of natural teeth and characteristics of tooth enamel very well. Veneers can also be made very thin and translucent.

 

·         Durable and long lasting solution - Porcelain Veneers in Dubai are a very successful procedure, it can last for more than 10 - 15 years with proper oral care. There are certain risks and complications with veneers as they chip, come off or be damaged and need to be repaired or replaced.

 

·         Match existing teeth - The porcelain veneer can be made to match the natural color of the individual's teeth. In most cases there is no requirement for the veneers to be applied to all the teeth, but the Clinics in Jumeirah say this is possible if this is what the individual wants.

 

·         Dramatic and fast results - One or multiple dental veneers can produce very dramatic and almost instant improvements to a smile. At the dental office, the before and after images clearly demonstrate this. Just make sure to be informed of the process that is involved.

 

·         Corrects many dental flaws  - Porcelain veneers can improve the shape, color and position and other flaws in the teeth all at the same time. Individuals who have a range of cosmetic flaws such as spaces, discoloration, staining, chipped or fractured teeth, can all be rectified with dental veneers and depending on the patient's condition a combination of treatments can also be used.

 

·         Removal of tooth structure at a minimum - Dental veneers require the removal of less tooth structure than a full crown. Due to this veneers are the most preferred option as it is less likely to affect the nerve inside the tooth than a porcelain crown.

 

·         Can be combined easily with other treatments - Porcelain veneers may be used in combination with other dental treatments such as crowns, bridges, dental implants, orthodontics, teeth whitening, even tooth bonding to achieve a smile makeover.

 

·         A quick solution - Dental veneers don't take very long as opposed to other types of dental restorations. A dentist who has CAD-CAM technology can sometimes complete the veneers the same day.

 

·         Less recovery time - After placing veneers, patients can resume their normal functions as quickly as possible.

 

·         Stain resistant - Porcelain veneers resist the classic teeth discoloration from coffee, tea, smoking and soft drinks very well and can look as good as the day they were put in for years to come.

 

·         Strengthen teeth and restores their normal function - Veneers can strengthen fractured teeth and restore them to their normal function. Porcelain veneers are not as strong as natural teeth so they need to be treated with a little extra care.

 

·         No additional maintenance - Nothing unusual just the daily brushing and flossing routine.

Disadvantages of Porcelain Veneers

·         The color and shape cannot be changed once the veneers are placed

·         They are not the best option for individuals  with grinding or clenching habits and have worn out teeth as the pressure can cause them to chip and fracture.

·         Veneers cost much more than composite resin bonding.

·         If the veneers breaks or chips the entire thing needs to be replaced.

·         If the preparation for the veneer goes into the dentin layer of the tooth, the bond is weakened considerably, resulting in dental problems.

·         Great option for healthy teeth, but not a good choice for teeth with a lot of decay, multiple fillings and very large fractures.

·         Teeth that are crooked or misaligned cannot have veneers.

·         Side effects include sensitivity to hot and cold as the enamel has been removed. This is usually temporary.

·         Veneers are not as strong as crowns.

Like any restoration, veneers could fail for a great number of reasons, therefore, good oral hygiene becomes even more important.