Everything You Need To Know About Veneers
With dental technology being so advanced, a perfect white smile is available to all. Gone are the days of yellow or grey teeth, and gone are the days of crooked, missing or jagged teeth. There is nothing better than a great smile to give you fantastic confidence, and Veneers are the one way you can get that perfect smile.
So What Exactly Are Veneers?
Veneers are made out of porcelain. They are wafer thin porcelain shells, shaped just like teeth that get bonded to your natural teeth. They are super strong and once you have veneers, you have them for life. They look natural although you can have them as white as you would like, and they genuinely work and give you a fabulous smile. The American Medical and Dental Centre (AMDC)in Dubai has a specialist department for teeth whitening, and has certainly perfected the art of the perfect Veneer! They have also managed to do this at reasonable prices.
Who is a Good Candidate for Veneers?
In previous times it was only the very wealthy who could afford veneers. That is why you would see famous actors and actresses, especially American, with straight, white, perfect teeth. Advances in technology mean that veneers are now accessible for almost all people. They are porcelain, an expensive material, but are more widely produced and therefore not too costly. Good candidates for veneers would include:-
- People with discoloured teeth.
- Teeth those are crooked, chipped or cracked.
- People with gaps in their mouths.
- Anyone with bad teeth who wants to improve on their self-esteem
Your dentist at the dental clinic in Dubai will tell you if you are a candidate for veneers. Not everyone is and this is why you need to have an assessment first. A dentist, or dental cosmetic surgeon, will consult with you and give you options. Your options may include Veneers.
Does It Hurt To Have Veneers?
A visit to the dentist is never going to be the most pleasurable thing, but again, with advanced technology and especially at the AMDC, there is really limited pain. Your dentist will make you as comfortable as possible and will ensure that he or she works on your mouth in the most pain-free way. There may be a little discomfort; you do have to lie in the chair with your mouth wide open after all. But the pain is not at all extreme, and in most instances, veneers in Dubai are done in a high-tech, luxurious and pain-free way. Many dentists, and especially at the AMDC, use a local anaesthetic. This will always be discussed with the patient, in advance.
How Long Will My Veneers Last?
Veneers can last a lifetime, it depends on you! Most dentists will tell you that your veneers can last between 10 and 20 years. A lot of this depends on your lifestyle. If you smoke and drink, and do not brush your teeth well, you may just get 5 to 10 years. But you will definitely get those years with magnificent teeth. You do need to brush twice daily, you do need to continue flossing, and you should have your regular six monthly dental check ups. Many dentists will also suggest that you wear a night guard to prevent wear and tear.
Can I Choose How White I Want My Veneers?
The shape of your dental veneers will be tailor made to suit your mouth and your teeth. The same goes with the colour. Your dentist will choose the best shade of white that will suit your skin colour, eye colour and hair colour, while looking glamorous and natural. You may want to go an extreme white, and it is likely that your dentist will gently suggest you do not go too extreme. Very white teeth look unnatural. White teeth look great! The dentists at the AMDC will assess you and then make suggestions as to which shape and colour veneers will be best for you.
Do I Get A Mouthful Of Veneers Or Just A Few?
Most dentists will suggest veneers for your front top teeth, or your most social teeth, i.e. the ones that are seen. You can have as many teeth veneered as you want, but your dentist will explain which ones you should get done, and why. Aesthetically speaking, you want your smile to be perfect. Look in the mirror, see which teeth you can predominantly see when you smile. It is likely that these are the teeth that your dentist will suggest you have veneered.
Where Is The Best Place For Veneers?
If you are in the United Arab Emirates, then you should make your way to Dubai, to the American Medical and Dental Centre. They have a teeth whitening clinic, offering various methods of whitening. The veneers in Dubai are far superior here than anywhere else in the UAE, mostly because of the incredible team of dentists and dental specialists and cosmetic surgeons, and of course, because of the technology. If you are wanting to have white teeth, or to improve your smile in any way, book an appointment for yourself. It’s a good idea to have a regular dental check up, and you can have an assessment at the same time. Your teeth may just need a good scrubbing by a dental hygienist. Or, perhaps a little tooth-whitening via laser or similar. Or perhaps, veneers. Dental veneers have changed many people’s lives. Let them change yours too.
