Do you have some questions about veneers? Your top 5 questions answered by Spa Dental

In the world of cosmetic dentistry, it seems that what was once considered impossible is now easily achieved. Permanent teeth can now be fitted easily, smiles can be whitened in under an hour and overall, you can now go to your dentist for something more advanced than a scale and polish to whiten your smile.

If you are like many dental patients, you may be a bit unhappy with those minor cracks or chips on the front of your teeth, that can cause you to feel a bit under-confident in your smile. Or, perhaps you have a few gaps in your smile, which you don’t want to undertake an orthodontic brace for. Is there an option to treat both at the same time? Yes, there is!

When you come to Spa Dental in Sydney, our team will be able to offer you dental veneers if suitable for you. These porcelain coverings are fitted with dental cement to the front of your teeth and can cover cracks, chips, staining and can create a more symmetrical smile without the need for a brace. Also, as an added bonus, you can ask our team to fit veneers that are whiter than your natural teeth, meaning you can leave our surgery with a whiter smile in under an hour. Perfect!

Curious to learn a bit more about veneers before you book your appointment with our team at Spa Dental in Sydney? Read on for the answers to the most commonly asked questions about this cosmetic option.

Does the fitting hurt?

Our team at Spa Dental in Sydney will be very gentle when fitting your veneers, which will be custom-fitted to cover the front of your teeth.

As there is no drilling into the tooth, there should be little to no discomfort. Perfect!

How long does it take to fit them?

This depends on how many you are having fitted.

If you are having a veneer fitted on each of your teeth, we may need to spread your appointments over 2-3 weeks. Each appointment should last no longer than an hour.

Will I need to wait for them to be made?

As the veneers we offer are custom fitted to the teeth they will be placed on, you will need to wait for a minimum of 10 days between your initial consultation and the fitting.

How long will veneers last?

Generally speaking, veneers can last up to or over 15 years depending on how well they are cared for.

Of course, there are many lifestyle choices that can impact on their lifespan, such as smoking, drinking alcohol or periodontal disease. Similarly, you will need to maintain a high level of dental hygiene to ensure your veneers last as long as possible.

Do I have to have part of my tooth removed?

To fit your veneers, our team will need to gently sand down the front of your tooth to fit the veneers. This will not be uncomfortable and will not remove a large section of your tooth.

DISCLAIMER

All dental treatments carry potential risks. Contact your local dental team for more information about the procedures mentioned in this article.