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Adults Have Many Options Today to Get Straighter Teeth


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Adults Have Many Options Today to Get Straighter Teeth

My crooked teeth always bothered me, but I didn't want to wear typical metal braces for years as an adult. I thought that was my only option until I brought up the subject one day to my dentist. He told me that there were so many more options today that I should consider. I made an appointment with an orthodontist to discuss my options, and he said that I was a great candidate for invisible teeth aligners. He said that other people would not even notice them in my mouth, and that I likely only needed to wear them for a year. I was so happy I made that first appointment, because I now have straight teeth and am so happy with my smile. I created this blog to help other adults realize they have many discreet teeth-straightening options today. No should live with a smile they don't love!

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Are Dental Veneers Right For You?

Do you have some cosmetic problems with your teeth that you're looking to fix with dental veneers? It will help to know the following things about dental veneers to determine if they are right for you.

Veneers Are Stain Resistant

Some people seek out dental veneers because they have issues with the overall color of their teeth. They may be discolored from years of drinking coffee or smoking every single day, and you may not like the color that they have become. While teeth whitening is a valid option, it is not going to keep the teeth looking white forever.

The nice thing about dental veneers is that they are stain-resistant. If you engage in behaviors that are more prone to staining your teeth, know that veneers should remain the same color over time. 

Veneers Can Hide Cracks And Chips

There may be some cosmetic problems that are difficult to fix on their own. For example, a chip in a tooth can be fixed with dental bonding material, but that bonding material can easily break off as well. Dental veneers are actually going to cover those cracks and chips that are in a tooth so that the visible surface looks problem-free to others.

Veneers Can Fill Gaps Between Teeth

Do you have some teeth with visible gaps between them? Normally this is a problem that you would fix with braces, but you may not want to wear braces to fix a single gap. Be aware that dental veneers can actually be used to close those gaps. This is done by creating veneers for the teeth that surround the gap, which are slightly bigger than the teeth. The veneers end up closing the gap without moving the teeth. 

Veneers Must Be Placed On Healthy Teeth

Be aware that dental veneers are not the solution to dental problems. The teeth that dental veneers go on must be healthy in order to support the veneers. Neglecting to deal with issues such as decay will only cause the problem to get worse over time, so it is best to address all issues with the health of your teeth before applying veneers to them.

Veneers Remove A Thin layer Of Enamel

The process of placing veneers on your teeth will require removing a thin layer of enamel. This creates a rough surface that the veneers can attach to by using dental cement. That layer of enamel will not grow back once it is removed, so it is important that you commit to having dental veneers for the rest of your life. 

For more information, contact a cosmetic dentistry office near you.