Caring for your teeth is essential for improving the appearance and function of your teeth. Dental veneers are one of the common ways of cosmetic dentistry. They are intended for many uses. Some of them include covering the spaces between the teeth, repairing the chipped or slightly crooked teeth, straightening and lengthening the teeth, and treating the discolored teeth.
Dental veneers are usually classified as porcelain and composite veneers. Both of them have the same benefits and are equal in their quality. However, the procedure of applying porcelain veneers is different from that of composite ones.
Porcelain Veneers
As the name suggests, these veneers are made of porcelain. An impression of the teeth of the person is taken and used for crafting the veneers. It may take about one week for this process. A small portion of the tissue may be removed based on the condition in the mean time. Then the porcelain veneers are bonded to the teeth. The durability and stability of teeth are increased when porcelain gets bonded to the surface of the tooth. It can last for about 10 to 15 years.
Composite Veneers
These veneers use resin for bonding the teeth. The procedure of installing composite resin veneers does not include complex manufacturing process. This is because the veneer is fabricated inside the mouth. The surface of the tooth is scratched or shaped in order to provide the space before bonding the material. The veneers are then bonded to the teeth immediately by applying the resin.
In addition to these two types, there are other veneers called lumineers which use translucent ceramic. A natural look is provided to the teeth by them. No reshaping of the teeth is required by them. However, they are suitable only for minor cosmetic adjustments. A dentist can help you know which type of veneers are suitable for you based on your oral conditions.