A beaming and symmetrical smile has a profound impact on a person’s self-esteem and how they are received by others. Unfortunately, otherwise healthy teeth with discoloration and minor chipping or misalignment often stand in the way of a picture-perfect smile.
Thankfully, your leading Langhorne cosmetic dentist, Desai Dental Care, offers an effective, non-invasive path to a million-dollar smile with dental veneers!
What Are Dental Veneers?
Dental veneers are thin shells, custom-made (typically of dental porcelain or composite) that are bonded to the front surfaces of discolored, chipped, irregularly shaped, or misaligned teeth, to enhance the appearance of a person’s smile. With proper care and strong oral hygiene habits, the expected lifespan for composite veneers is at least 10 years, with strong porcelain veneers lasting as long as 20 years.
It’s important to note that veneers are only a cosmetic solution and will not address issues like tooth decay or gum disease in the teeth and gums beneath them. Anyone suffering from such underlying dental issues should have those issues addressed prior to getting veneers. It's thus important to consult with a dentist to determine if dental veneers are the right solution for you.
What Problems Can Dental Veneers Fix?
Dental veneers are helpful in addressing a variety of dental issues, including:
- Severe stains or discoloration on the surfaces of teeth that are unresponsive to teeth whitening procedures
- Minor cracks or chips on the surfaces of teeth
- Uneven or irregularly shaped teeth
- Large gaps or spaces between teeth
- Teeth that have been worn down due to excessive grinding
How to Care for Dental Veneers
Caring for dental veneers is essential to maintain their longevity. This is done simply by maintaining good oral hygiene practices, including daily brushing, flossing, and rinsing with antibacterial mouthwash, and regular dental check-ups. It’s also important that anyone with veneers refrain from biting on hard objects and using their teeth as tools, minimize their consumption of stain-causing foods and beverages, and wear a mouthguard during sports (and to bed if tooth grinding is an issue) to protect their veneers.
Smile Transformation with Dental Veneers in Langhorne, PA
If you’re in the Langhorne area and want to learn more about the cosmetic benefits of dental veneers to your smile, contact dentist Dr. Abhishek Desai and the Desai Dental Care team to schedule a consultation!