Do you want to get a completely new smile? Veneers may be the answer. If you have damaged, discoloured, crooked, broken or uneven teeth, veneers are a common cosmetic dental treatment that can give you the smile you’ve always wanted. Dr Mark Cull at Channon Lawrence Dental in Gympie creates beautiful smiles with veneers that are made from superior materials that are tailored to each individual person.
In this post, we’ll cover the essential things you should know about veneers, from how they work to what makes them a great choice for your smile transformation.
1. What Are Veneers?
Veneers are thin pieces of porcelain or composite that are bonded to the front of your teeth to improve their appearance. They are cemented to the teeth to beautify them and give them a new shape and colour that could be whiter, straighter and more aesthetically pleasing. Cosmetic problems that can be solved with veneers include:
Chips and Cracks: Chips or cracks on the teeth can be fixed with veneers and the teeth will appear normal again.
Gaps: Spaces in between the teeth can be filled with veneers, which will give the person a more symmetrical set of teeth.
Crooked & Misaligned Teeth: Although veneers cannot be an alternative to orthodontic treatment, in some cases, they can be useful in cases of slight malocclusion by creating the illusion of a properly aligned smile.
Dr. Mark Cull and the dental team at Channon Lawrence Dental use high-quality local Sunshine Coast Laboratory to manufacture your veneers to give you the beautiful smile you have always wanted.
2. How Do Veneers Work?
The veneer process typically involves a few steps:
Consultation: At your first appointment at Channon Lawrence Dental in Gympie, Dr. Mark Cull will assess your teeth and talk to you about what you want to achieve and whether veneers are the right option for you. He may also want to take some x-rays or an impression of your teeth in order to have a better view of your dental condition.
Preparation: Before getting veneers, it is necessary to reduce the size of the teeth that will be crowned with veneers by some amount of enamel. This step is used to make sure that the veneers will fit beautifully over your existing teeth.
Custom Creation: Veneers are made to order in a local Sunshine Coast-based dental laboratory. Great care is taken to make your veneers match your existing teeth’s size, shape, and colour. This way we can make sure that your veneers will look as natural as possible.
Bonding: When your veneers have been manufactured, Dr. Cull will cement them over the top of your natural teeth with a special kind of dental cement. A curing light is used to make the adhesive set and become harder this will ensure there is a good bond between the veneer and your natural tooth.
The process is fully personalised to you and Dr. Cull and our dentists at Channon Lawrence Dental will work with you to help make your dream smile a reality.
3. Why Choose Veneers?
Veneers offer a range of benefits that make them a popular choice for people looking to improve their smiles:
Natural Appearance: Porcelain veneers are also famous for achieving the light reflection properties of the natural tooth, and this is as good as it gets.
Stain Resistance: Porcelain veneers do not stain easily from the consumption of coffee, tea, wine, and other dark beverages, and tobacco products, thus, you can keep your white, bright smile for a longer time than with natural teeth.
Durability: If veneers are maintained well, they can last for a decade and a half, and that makes it a good investment on your smile.
Minimal Tooth Alteration: While crowns need more preparation of the tooth where they are to be placed, veneers need much less preparation and thus leave more of your natural tooth structure intact.
At Channon Lawrence Dental, we only use the best materials to create your smile that is not only attractive but also durable. Dr. Cull will explain every step of the veneer process to you and will not put any pressure on you to get it done.
4. Caring for Your Veneers
Caring for veneers is not really a difficult task at all. To maintain the appearance of veneers and avoid some behaviours, it is possible to have a beautiful smile for many years:
Practise Good Oral Hygiene: Clean your teeth every day using a toothbrush and dental floss to ensure your veneers and your natural teeth are healthy. Veneers themselves do not decay, however, the tooth underneath can still decay if not well taken care of and regularly checked. Regular dental checkups!
Avoid Hard Foods: Veneers are very durable but like any other dental procedure, they can be damaged by force. Take care with your dental veneers, do not eat hard foods.
Limit Staining Foods and Beverages: However, veneers are stain resistant, it is advisable to avoid foods and drinks that can stain teeth including coffee, red wine and tea in order to keep your new smile bright.
Regular Checkups with Dr. Cull: It is important to visit Channon Lawrence Dental for your dental checkup to ensure your veneers and your remaining natural teeth are in good shape. With proper care, your veneers can remain beautiful and functional for many years, allowing you to enjoy a confident, radiant smile.
FAQ – Veneers at Channon Lawrence Dental
Q: Are veneers suitable for everyone?
A: Veneers are a great choice for a lot of people, but they are not always the best option for everyone. For example, if you have very bad tooth decay or gum disease, these issues may or may not make you a good candidate for dental veneers. Dr. Cull will review your oral health during the consultation to decide whether veneers are suitable for you.
Q: How long do veneers last?
A: With proper care, veneers can last 10 to 15 years or even more. Taking care of your teeth with routine cleanings and exams, and protecting them from harm by refraining from habits such as biting on anything hard, will help your veneers last longer.
Q: Do veneers look natural?
A: Yes, they are made in a way that they are as translucent and have the same colour as the natural teeth. At Channon Lawrence Dental, we will craft each veneer to the shape, size, and colour you want for your smile.
Q: What is a Zirconia Veneer?
A: Zirconia is a type of ceramic material, zirconium oxide. It’s very strong and has become more popular than porcelain. Zirconia veneers are known for creating less stress on opposing pieces compared with porcelain.
Q: What is the difference between porcelain and composite veneers?
A: Porcelain veneers are longer-lasting, more resistant to staining and more lifelike, but they are also more costly than composite veneers. Although they are cheaper, composite veneers have to be replaced more often and are more likely to stain.
Q: Is the veneer process painful?
A: The veneer process is usually not painful. Local anaesthesia may be administered at the preparation stage for the purpose of pain control. Side effects may include slight discomfort after the treatment but this is not common and often fades away very quickly.
Q: Can veneers be whitened?
A: Veneers cannot be lightened, whitened, bleached or change colour after they have been placed, so the selection of the shade is critical.
Q: Should I whiten my teeth before veneers are placed?
A: Veneers cannot be lightened, so yes, you should whiten your natural teeth before getting veneers to ensure that the colour of the veneers blends in beautifully with your remaining natural teeth.
Transform Your Smile with Veneers in Gympie
Veneers are one of the most effective ways to transform your smile if you’re looking for the perfect set of teeth. For more information, visit Channon Lawrence Dental in Gympie and meet Dr. Mark Cull and our team of cosmetic dentistry professionals. We will help you understand if veneers are the best option for you and help you throughout the whole process.
To book a consultation and start your journey toward a beautiful, confident smile, contact Channon Lawrence Dental today.
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