Veneers
Improve The Shape and Size of Your Teeth And Boost Your Confidence With Dental Veneers in Newcastle!
What Are Dental Veneers?
Dental veneers are custom-made tooth-coloured shells made from durable materials like composite resin or porcelain. Their purpose is to cover the surface of your teeth, improving their overall appearance. It’s the go-to dental solution for patients dealing with issues related to the size and shape of their teeth.
Who Should Get Dental Veneers in Newcastle
You should consider veneers if:
- You need a fast smile makeover
- Have cracked, chipped, or broken teeth
- Have discoloured or stained teeth
- Have gaps in your teeth, causing misalignment
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Types of Dental Veneers
There’s no one-size-fits-all veneer, even when it comes to the materials. Here are some of the different types of veneers:
Porcelain
The most common material selected for veneers, these can last for over 20 years with the right maintenance. Since it’s the most durable veneer, it’s less susceptible to chipping. But if it does break, it’s difficult to repair.
You can choose from stacked ceramic, pressed ceramic, lithium disilicate, and zirconia, all of which are subtypes of porcelain veneers. Lithium disilicate is recommended for patients who grind their teeth and risk damaging their veneers. Meanwhile, zirconia veneers can cover up damage while strengthening weaker teeth.
Composite Resin
Another common material that’s often used for making veneers is composite resin, which is often used for cosmetic bonding and fillings. It’s a cost-effective approach to getting veneers that reduces the appearance of chipped edges, discoloration on the teeth, and minor cracks.
It matches the colour of your teeth and is applied in layers before its curing, shaping, and polishing stages.
No-Prep Veneers
These veneers go by other names like Lumineers and are a less-invasive option because it requires less time to apply. Instead of removing the enamel and part of the tissue under it, our cosmetic dentist only removes a small section of enamel. It doesn’t involve any grinding, so local anesthetic isn’t applied and you won’t need to wear temporary veneers.
Benefits of Getting Dental Veneers
Want to know if dental veneers in Newcastle are the right choice for your oral health problems? Here are some of the benefits of getting veneers:
Minimally Invasive
When our cosmetic dentists prepare your teeth for veneers, they remove a small amount of enamel. This is typically less than a millimeter and is far less than what’s removed in other treatments like dental crowns. This way, veneers are able to preserve more of your natural tooth structure and give you a long-lasting solution.
Prevent Further Damage
A major advantage of getting dental veneers is that they act as a protective layer over your teeth. If your teeth have already suffered from damage, causing them to chip or crack, veneers can protect them from further damage. At the same time, they cover up cracks and other imperfections to improve your smile.
Customisable and Stain-Resistant
Worried that your veneers will look too obvious? Don’t worry, they’re custom-made to match the shape, colour, and size of your natural teeth. From correcting a single tooth to your entire smile, veneers can give you a seamless, natural look. They’re also made from stain-resistant materials that don’t discolour from exposure to tobacco, wine, and tea.
Porcelain Vs Composite Veneers
Because they’re the two most popular veneer options available, many patients ask how they’re different from each other. Each of these comes with its own set of advantages.
Porcelain veneers are made using biocompatible dental porcelain, ensuring a natural look and durability. They give you a brighter smile that’s free of stains and resembles natural tooth enamel. For porcelain veneers, the procedure will require two appointments and wearing temporary veneers.
Composite veneers are made using tooth-coloured resin and don’t need multiple visits for placement. They’re preferred if your teeth need minor cosmetic improvements, making it a quick solution to address small chips and gaps.
What to Expect From the Dental Veneer Procedure
Complimentary Consultation
This is where you meet with one of our experienced cosmetic dentists and receive a personalised treatment plan after an assessment.
Temporary Veneers
At your second visit, your teeth will be prepared to make space for your new veneers. Our cosmetic dentist will take new scans and fix your temporary veneers.
Veneer Placement
At the final appointment, they’ll fix your permanent veneers to show you your final smile.
Why Choose Us For Dental Veneers in Newcastle
Experienced Local Dentists
The local cosmetic dentists at our Newcastle clinic are fully licensed and have years of experience in providing quality care to patients.
Customised Veneers
When you choose our clinic for dental Veneers, we customise every aspect of your final crowns to give natural looking results.
FREE Consultation
To walk you through possible treatment plans and different types of crowns, we offer a complimentary initial consultation.
Patient-Centred Care
We take pride in providing patient-centred care. This means all our clients get several opportunities to provide feedback on their dental veneers.
FAQs
How much tooth is removed to get porcelain veneers?
Before veneers can be applied to your teeth, they need to be prepared. About 0.3 millimeters to 1 millimetre of enamel is removed from the surface of your teeth to improve adherence.
How long do dental veneers last?
Dental veneers can last for seven to ten years, but it changes depending on how well you take care of them and the teeth you apply them on. Keep in mind that porcelain veneers last longer than composite ones, which last for an average of 4 to 8 years.
Do veneers look like natural teeth?
Dental veneers at our Newcastle cosmetic dentistry clinic are carefully crafted to meet your specifications. All veneers are fabricated to ensure a shade and texture match with your existing teeth. Rest assured that your dental veneers will look like natural teeth.
Can I get veneers on crooked teeth?
Yes, you can get veneers on crooked teeth with misalignment issues to keep them from protruding. These days, more people are getting veneers to address mild cases of poor alignment. However, if your teeth are very crooked, then you may need braces or solutions like Invisalign. We recommend scheduling a consultation to know more.