Achieving a uniform, brighter smile doesn’t always require extensive preparation or restoration of the teeth. Veneers brighten dulled, stained smiles as well as provide a new shape to the tooth structure.
While traditional veneers call for some preparation of the existing teeth to fit properly, At Dental Care Center, LLC, we provide conservative veneers that may need little to no preparation of your natural tooth. We have created this guide to explain how veneers work, and how minimal prep veneers are made possible at our practice.
Benefits of Conservative Veneers
With the advancements in techniques and materials used in dentistry, your smile can be healthy, look natural, and function normally despite the use of cosmetic restorations. Veneers are known as the cosmetic treatment to achieve a Hollywood-worthy smile. Their ability to create uniformity and balance without the need for additional treatments like orthodontics or teeth whitening make them perfect for full-smile restorations.
Veneers are perfect for patients who:
- Don’t require extensive health-focused treatment
- Have extensive staining that cannot be treated through teeth whitening
- Have slight crowding or asymmetry
- Have experienced minor chipping
How Do No-Prep Veneers Work?
No-prep veneers are made from highly durable dental porcelain, allowing them to be fabricated incredibly thin. These veneers are bonded directly to the teeth, meaning that the exterior of the teeth, meaning that none of the enamel has to be shaved away before placement can occur. While attempting to do this with traditional veneers increases the horizontal volume of the tooth and makes them look bulky, no-prep veneers effect the width of the tooth very little.
This form of veneers can be applied much more efficiently than their traditional counterparts. By not having to remove any of the external tooth structure, patients are unlikely to feel any additional sensitivity if the shell should come dislodged from the natural tooth.
Do No-Prep Veneers Require Additional Care?
The materials used to fabricate no-prep veneers, while highly durable, require patients to be more cautious with their daily life. Habits such as ice-chewing are entirely discouraged and often result in the breakage of the veneer. Exceptionally hard or chewy foods can also damage the veneers and should be avoided, or in the case of tough food, cut down into small enough pieces that the front teeth are not used.
If you are interested in experiencing the benefits of veneers but are nervous about the removal of your natural teeth, contact our office today to schedule your exam and consultation for no-prep veneers.