Porcelain Veneers In London

Are porcelain veneers worth it ?

One of the main benefits of porcelain veneers is their ability to give you a durable, natural looking smile transformation. They can be used to mask gaps in teeth, crooked teeth and discoloured teeth. Results usually last 15+ years. This can really boost your self confidence, giving you a completely new smile. In our opinion, that makes porcelain veneers very much worth it.

How long will my porcelain veneers last ?

Porcelain veneers are made from different types of porcelain, which is a very durable material. Even though the veneer itself is very thin, the glue + veneer combination creates a very strong and durable result. Porcelain veneers usually last 15+ years. Maintaining good oral health is very important.

Will porcelain veneers make my teeth look fake ?

Not at all. One of the main advantages of porcelain veneers is their ability to produce very natural looking results. In the hands of an experienced cosmetic dentist, a good porcelain veneer will be indistinguishable from your natural teeth.

Will porcelain veneers damage my natural teeth ?

A porcelain veneer is a thin shell that’s placed on the front surface of your teeth. Traditional porcelain veneers require a small amount of tooth preparation – a tiny layer of enamel is shaved to allow the veneer to fit. However, with advances in modern technology, very little enamel needs to be removed – often 0.2-0.4mm. No prep porcelain veneers on the other hand require no tooth preparation at all – no enamel needs to be removed. Most of our younger patients and office going professionals prefer no prep veneers for a smile transformation. Book a free consultation to see if no prep veneers might be suitable for you.

Can I see what my teeth will look like with veneers prior to starting treatment ?

Yes of course. Our dentist can create a digital smile model (a physical model can also be prepared) to show you what your smile is expected to look like prior to starting treatment. Once you are happy with the expected outcome, only then will our dentist start with your smile transformation.

Who can have porcelain veneers?

Almost any person with healthy teeth can have Porcelain Veneers. Porcelain Veneers are routinely used to fix –

1.Discoloured teeth – Teeth that are discoloured because of either a root canal procedure, stains from tetracycline or other kinds of drugs, excessive presence of fluoride or due to large resin fillings that may have discoloured the tooth

2.Worn down teeth

3.Chipped or broken teeth

4.Misaligned teeth, uneven, or irregularly shaped teeth (for example, teeth that have craters or bulges in them)

5.Teeth with gaps in between them

What are the advantages of porcelain veneers?

Porcelain Veneers are a commonly used cosmetic dental procedure to help improve the appearance of your teeth and smile. Porcelain veneers have the following benefits –

Veneers offer the following advantages:

1.Porcelain Veneers provide a natural appearance to the tooth.

2.Gum tissue tolerates porcelain veneers well.

3.Porcelain veneers have good resistance to staining.

4.Porcelain veneers can be selected so that they can make dark or discoloured teeth appear whiter.

5.A Porcelain veneer offers a conservative approach to changing the shape and colour of a tooth – veneers typically do not require as extensive grinding and shaping that dental crowns require, however still offer a strong, more aesthetic alternative to crowns.

What are the disadvantages of porcelain veneers?

Porcelain Veneers have the following disadvantages –

1.The process of attaching a porcelain veneer to the tooth is not reversible.

2.Porcelain Veneers are typically more costly than composite resin bonding or composite veneers.

3.Porcelain Veneers are typically not repairable were they to crack or chip.

4.Your tooth may become more sensitive to hot and cold given tooth enamel has been removed to fix the porcelain veneer,

5.Porcelain Veneers colour cannot be altered once it is in place. If you plan to whiten your teeth, you will need to undergo the whitening procedure prior to getting porcelain veneers.

6.Porcelain veneers can potentially dislodge and fall off, although this is quite unlikely. To minimize the risk of dislodge your porcelain veneer, we advise all our patients not to bite your nails or chew on pencils or other hard objects.

7.Teeth with porcelain veneers attached to them can still experience tooth decay, possibly requiring full coverage of the tooth with a dental crown.

8.Porcelain Veneers are typically not a good option for patients with unhealthy teeth (e.g. patients with tooth decay or gum disease), weakened teeth (often due to tooth decay, large fillings or fracture) or for patients who have inadequate enamel on the surface of their teeth.

9.Patients who have a history of grinding or clenching their teeth are usually not good candidates for having porcelain veneers, given clenching and grinding can cause the porcelain veneers to chip or crack.

Do porcelain veneers require specific or special care?

Porcelain veneers do not require any specific or special care. We advise all our patients who have had porcelain veneers to follow good oral hygiene including regular flossing, brushing and rinsing with a mouthwash. Even though porcelain veneers are stain resistance, we recommend to our patients to avoid stain-causing foods and drink items such as red wine, coffee or tea.