What Problems do Veneers Fix?

    TYSONS CORNER, VA, May 24, 2012 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Porcelain veneers improve many different kinds of cosmetic dental issues. Most of the imperfections causing embarrassment and hesitation to smile can be concealed with porcelain veneers. Generally, dental issues involving bite misalignment may not be effectively addressed with porcelain veneers.

Uses of Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain veneers can fix the majority of common cosmetic dental problems, including:

- Chipped teeth
- Crooked teeth
- Misshapen teeth
- Cracked teeth
- Worn teeth
- Stained teeth
- Gaps between teeth

Porcelain veneers address these problems essentially by creating a new tooth surface. A veneer is a thin portion of porcelain material molded to have the curvature and appearance of a tooth. The veneer is bonded to the surface of your tooth, concealing any imperfections and letting you create a more customized smile.

Most cosmetic dental issues can be addressed with veneers. If your dental problems stem from non-cosmetic sources, such as bite misalignment or severe structural damage, porcelain veneers may not be the right treatment for you. A deeply fractured tooth at risk of breaking apart will require the reconstructive capacity of a tooth crown. Crooked teeth contributing to an unbalanced and misaligned bite may need to be straightened with orthodontic treatment. The only way to know if porcelain veneers are right for you is to consult an experienced cosmetic dentist.

Benefits of Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain veneers have several advantages making them a popular cosmetic dental choice among many patients. Porcelain veneers:

- Look like natural teeth.
- Can be matched precisely to the color of your other teeth.
- Last an average of 10 years before replacement is necessary.

Veneers have a life-like, natural quality. They appear to have depth and do not look flat and opaque. Veneers do not have to be replaced unless you want to change the color, or if the veneer happens to crack or other structural issues occur.

Some dentists refer to porcelain veneers as "instant orthodontics." This term comes from the ability of veneers to make your teeth look straighter within a few dental appointments, compared to a year or two with orthodontic treatment. Although veneers cannot provide the same bite aligning results of orthodontics, they can result in straighter, symmetrical teeth. Porcelain veneers are often a good option for people with dental issues that are cosmetic in nature.

If you live in Northern Virginia, including Tysons Corner and Fairfax, and would like to learn more about porcelain veneers, please visit the website of experienced cosmetic dentist Dr. Michael Chung at Softouch Dental Care at www.softouchdentalcare.com.

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