Fed up with stained teeth? A guide to veneers from our dentist in Sydney

When you have a yellow tint to your smile, it can be very frustrating.

Due to current lifestyle choices and foods high in acids, it is more common than you think to have a smile with a yellow or even brown hue. And while you can try to remove the stains yourself at home with a whitening toothpaste, if you have sensitive teeth, this may not be the correct option to try.

Is there a way to whiten your teeth without causing discomfort? Yes, there is! With the use of porcelain veneers!

At Spa Dental Sydney, our dentist in Sydney knows everything there is to know about veneers. Versatile pieces of porcelain, veneers are placed over the front of your teeth in order to create a whiter, healthier-looking smile in an instant. With no needles or bleaches being applied to your enamel, they cause no issues with sensitivity and can help to resolve a myriad of other issues too!

So, what are the other reasons to consider having veneers fitted by our dentist in Sydney?

Whitening

OK, we’ve already mentioned whitening, but when it comes to veneers they can whiten your teeth up to 18 shades in one sitting!

If you want a more natural look or simply want to conceal one darkened tooth, our dentist in Sydney can colour-match the veneers to your surrounding teeth or only make the coverings a couple of shades lighter. It’s your choice!

Concealing

Another advantage of veneers is that they can be used to conceal cracks and chips.

As they are placed over the front of the tooth and held in place with dental cement, they offer the perfect long-term protection against bacteria infiltrating the tooth. And of course, having cracks and chips concealed also offers a cosmetic advantage that can’t be matched with whitening alone.

Strengthening

While you may not associate porcelain with being a particularly strong material, veneers are also used by our team to add strength to weakened teeth.

If you have recently had a cracked tooth or have undertaken a root canal, we may decide to offer additional support to the outer front of your tooth by placing a veneer. And with a lifespan of between 15-20 years, they truly offer long-term protection against damage to your enamel!

Sensitivity

A key reason people choose veneers over whitening is due to sensitive teeth, but did you know that veneers also protect against sensitivity?

As they cover the microscopic holes associated with sensitive teeth, they can stop any discomfort you have when drinking hot tea or biting into an ice cream, ensuring you can enjoy your food!

Asymmetry

Do you have an asymmetrical smile? Are there small gaps between your teeth that could be fixed without a brace!

Once again, veneers can correct any asymmetries in your teeth’s length by being added to a worn-down tooth and they can also be placed over the front of teeth to make them look wider, thus eliminating gaps and spacing. They truly are a versatile cosmetic option!

DISCLAIMER

All treatment carries risks. Individual consultation is required with one of our practitioners to ensure that the treatment is right for you.