What Are Veneers? Should I Get Them?

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If you are spending your afternoon Google searching for a cosmetic dentist in Burbank CA, you may be concerned about the look of your teeth. Veneers can be the change you need to have the smile you’ve always wanted, however, you may want to know more about them before you pull the trigger. With the importance of clean, straight, white teeth at the forefront of American culture it can be discouraging if you don’t have that straight white dazzling smile that’s now the social pinnacle. Our teeth play a big part in our everyday life because they’re usually on display when we talk, smile or laugh with our friends, coworkers, and family. If you have a crooked smile and don’t want to go through years of braces you could opt for veneers. If you’re interested in dental veneers then you might know that they are a very thin shell that’s made of colored composite or porcelain. Those thin shells are then created to match your existing enamel color. Once created they are then cemented to your existing teeth. They can help with problems such as discoloration, uneven appearance, chipping, worn enamel and cracking.  Although they may seem medically necessary because they are ‘fixing’ a problem, they’re still considered a cosmetic procedure so for that reason most insurances won’t cover it. However, they’re well worth the money you’ll spend because they can last ten years or more after they are placed on your teeth. Not only can they straighten your smile by filling in gaps, but they also can provide extra protection to your teeth.

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There are other reasons why you may want to consider veneers. They have the ability not only to improve your smile, but they are a less invasive option than what you’ll see in things like crown replacement. Veneers are great for candidates that will spend years drinking enamel staining coffee, tea, and sodas. They’re also perfect for those patients that have older teeth that are more susceptible to cracking and chipping. If you have a large gap between your front teeth or uneven spacing between your teeth, veneers can close those spaces. Veneers are also a solution for people with uneven crowded teeth. One final reason you may want to veneers is that they can be a more lasting solution to the need for constant whitening. If you want a straight white smile and don’t want to continually shell out for teeth whitening session: consider veneers.

Finding a Burbank dentist who can work with you to get you the veneers you need shouldn’t be hard. Take a look at our website and patient reviews, to learn more about how we can help you care for your teeth. Be sure to make an appointment with us so we can get you on the road to having a lasting, beautiful smile.