An attractive smile is a timeless accessory. Unfortunately, though, many people hold back from showing off their smile because they are self-conscious about aesthetic imperfections in their teeth. If that is true of you, we invite you to visit Dr. Greenwood and our team for a cosmetic consultation. Veneers in Sagamore Hills may be the solution you need to transform the appearance of your teeth and discover a new level of confidence.
Veneers are ultra-thin dental prosthetics that are designed to cover the outward-facing portion of a tooth, thereby hiding its imperfections. They are typically made of porcelain, a high-quality material that is virtually indistinguishable from natural tooth enamel. It is also incredibly resistant to stains and durable enough to last for many years. Veneers are carefully custom-designed for each patient according to their preferences, facial features, and other important factors.
Here are some examples of issues that veneers can usually disguise:
It usually takes a few appointments to design and place veneers. You can get started by attending a consultation with Dr. Greenwood, an experienced cosmetic dentist in Sagamore Hills. He will learn about your dental health, ask you what your treatment goals are, and determine whether veneers are a fit for your circumstances.
If it looks like veneers are right for you, we will need to remove a bit of enamel from your teeth. This is to ensure that the results of your treatment look as natural as possible. We’ll provide you with a temporary veneer to protect your teeth while a laboratory is creating your permanent ones.
Once your permanent veneers are ready, we will verify that their fit and appearance are satisfactory before we attach them to your teeth.
Some of the top benefits of this cosmetic treatment include:
A very small amount of enamel will be removed from the teeth to make room for the veneers, which will be placed with the aid of an adhesive that is entirely safe for your mouth. The actual veneers will not damage your teeth or increase their risk of suffering from decay.
It should be noted, however, that even a tooth that is covered by a veneer can still develop cavities. You should therefore continue to take the appropriate steps to protect the teeth in question from decay, which include:
It is common for veneers to cause a temporary lisp. This is a result of the thickness of the teeth changing slightly; the tongue needs time to figure out how to account for this difference. Until then, a lisp may occur whenever you pronounce words that contain “s” or “v” sounds.
Fortunately, the solution for a lisp caused by veneers is quite simple: just wait for your tongue to adjust. You can speed up this process by practicing saying the words that are giving you trouble. Depending on the circumstances, your dentist may be able to help by making your veneers slightly thinner.
A dental crown is made to cover the entire tooth while a veneer is only placed over the side that is visible when you smile. On top of that, a crown is designed to resemble the tooth while a veneer is often described as a thin shell.
However, the most important difference between the two is the intention behind them. Dental crowns can be placed for a wide variety of restorative purposes, such as repairing a cracked tooth or providing protection for a weakened tooth. Veneers, on the other hand, are typically reserved for making cosmetic improvements to specific teeth.
You may not be a candidate for veneers in the following circumstances:
We can discuss whether or not veneers are a good fit for you in more detail when you schedule a consultation with us.
As a type of cosmetic dentistry, veneers usually aren’t covered by dental insurance. However, you may be eligible for coverage if you’re getting veneers for medically necessary reasons. It never hurts to talk to your insurance carrier to clarify the details regarding your benefits.