Are you too self conscious to smile because your teeth are
chipped, discoloured, or poorly spaced? Cheer up, your dentist
may be able to apply a porcelain laminate veneer to your teeth
and give them a whole new appearance.
Veneers are strong, thin
pieces of porcelain that are bonded to the teeth. They are
used to repair chipped, decayed or stained teeth and for closing
gaps between teeth. With a bit of contouring, veneers can
also rectify crowded or overlapping teeth. If your teeth have
discoloured with age, a veneer may improve their appearance.
Veneers can also be used for cosmetic reasons instead of crowns,
which are more often used for badly damaged or decayed teeth.
HERE'S HOW IT'S DONE: The
tooth needs to be ground down and the veneer replaces the
ground off surface. Veneer preparations frequently require
the use of local anaesthetic and, depending on colour and
shade, may take two or more appointments to complete. Ask
your dentist if veneers can help improve your smile. |
