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Dental veneers are thin shells which cover the front surface of your tooth. In this way you can improve the appearance of your teeth. Dental veneers can be made from porcelain and that is why they are also called porcelain veneers. Your dentist will recommend veneers if your teeth are discolored. Apart from covering discolored teeth, veneers are used to fix teeth that are worn out, chipped and broken. Uneven, crooked and irregular shaped teeth can be given a smooth and beautiful appearance with the use of veneers. If you have gaps in your teeth, veneers may be recommended to close the space and gaps. In this way veneers can be used to address a host of issues one may face. Just how teeth bleaching which is a part of cosmetic dentistry, veneers are used to enhance the appearance of your smile. The process of getting dental veneers is a long one and cannot be done in one sitting. First, the dentist will examine your teeth to make sure that the veneers are right for you. Your dentist will explain the procedure and also the desired results and the limitations. X-rays of your teeth will be taken and an impression of your mouth and teeth will be required. In the second stage, about half a millimeter of the enamel of the tooth is removed. Then, an impression of your tooth is made. This impression is used to make the veneer. In the third stage, the veneer is trimmed and is made to match the colour of your natural teeth. The tooth is polished and cleaned and special dental cement is applied to it. Then the veneer is placed on the tooth. There are two types of veneers, porcelain as mentioned above and resin. While the resin veneers are thinner and hence less tooth enamel needs to be removed, the porcelain ones are more stain resistant and are more natural looking. Porcelain is also better tolerated by the gum tissues. Dental veneers are expensive and the process is irreversible. If the veneers chip or break, they cannot be repaired. People with weak and decayed teeth are not good candidates for this procedure. Your tooth becomes more sensitive to hot and cold food items as the enamel has been removed. Once applied, veneers can last for about five to ten years. It is important to maintain good dental hygiene, brushing and flossing regularly. Your dentist will advise you to avoid food items which cause stains like coffee, tea and red wine which may stain your veneers. Thus, before you rush to your dentist, consider the pros and cons of dental veneers. Once you have conducted a thorough study, you will be able to decide whether dental veneers are the right choice to help you get that perfect smile.
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