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Dental Veneers: Composite Veneers/ Porcelain Veneer. What to Choose and How to Choose in Chandigarh?




Dental Veneers: Composite Veneers/ Porcelain Veneers….What to Choose and How to Choose in Chandigarh?


Traditionally only full coverage crowns were available for chipped cracked and uneven teeth that typically involves grinding down the whole tooth structure and sometimes even past the enamel that can be painful and often requires local anaesthetic.


But now a days,Veneers, also called dental veneers, are available for the same. They are thin, tooth colored shells, custom made and are mostly placed on anterior or front surface of teeth. Veneers cover minor dental imperfections and increase patient’s smile and appearance by many folds in minimal time. They are permanently bonded to patient’s teeth with almost no discomfort. Patients should understand the differences between composites and porcelain veneers so that they must know which kind would be ideal for the individual’s situation. Also they must know about the best dental clinic and the clinician who can give them a million dollar smile.

What are the differences between veneer types?

Dental veneers are most commonly made out of porcelain and composite resin. Basically, there are 2 prominent types of veneers. Both are designed to fit over the patient’s (usually front) teeth and adhere to the surface of the enamel. Both are also engineered to be a good match for human teeth in terms of size, shape and color. However, there are significant differences between composite and porcelain options.

Composite veneers

A composite resin veneer is a dental veneer that’s made from composite dental material.

Composites are mixture of plastic and glass that bonds to the tooth and hardens quickly under curing light. Composite material is frequently used for placing tooth-colored fillings.

Composite veneers are made of engineered resin. This material is strong and durable, and the finished product looks like real teeth. Unlike porcelain veneers, If a patient desires reshaping, this can be easily performed by the dentist.


Furthermore, composite veneers can also be of 2 types

Direct composite veneers Direct composite veneers are veneers made of a composite resin material applied directly to your teeth. It doesn’t take very long for a dentist to prepare your teeth for application of the veneers, and the application process is considered minimally invasive.

Indirect composite veneers

Basic difference between direct and indirect composite veneers is the application procedure. As the name indicates indirect composite veneers are made indirectly i.e. outside of the mouth. They are fabricated in the lab not in the patient’s mouth.

Tooth preparations will remain the same like the direct composite veneers, just the fabrication procedure will be different.

Indirect composite veneers can withstand more abrasions and resist fractures better than the direct version.


Porcelain veneers

As the name indicates, porcelain veneers are made from or derived from porcelain, one of the most popular materials for tooth restorations.

Porcelain is popular for its strength, longevity, and great aesthetics. Besides, porcelain veneers are biocompatible, meaning that they are unlikely to cause injuries to the soft gum tissues surrounding the tooth.

Porcelain is more translucent than composite material; it reflects light and completely mimics the natural tooth enamel. In short, this material looks the most like real teeth.

Procedure for porcelain veneers

Basically it includes 2 appointments with your dentist. At first appointment, a thin layer of enamel is removed from the facial aspect of the tooth surface. This much preparation of teeth is required to create adequate space for veneers so that they can be strongly bonded to the teeth. Afterwards, impressions will be made and sent to lab for making veneers. A time period of minimum one week is required for the fabrication of veneers in the lab. Meanwhile, temporization of the prepared tooth surfaces will be done i.e. temporary covers or thin shells are made to cover the front surface of the tooth until your final porcelain veneers are ready.

At your second appointment, temporary covers will be removed and fitting of the final veneers will be checked. The dentist will check out the size, color, and shape of the veneers to ensure they match the rest of your smile and if any adjustments are required they will be done accordingly before final bonding.

After final check, tooth surface will be properly cleaned, polished and etched. Finally, the veneer will be carefully cemented into place using a light cure to strengthen the bond. Any excess cement will be removed and bite is properly verified according to patient’s comfort.


When should patients consider one type over the other?

While both porcelain and composite materials provide same aesthetics and functions, there are few things that make both of them comparable to each other.

Composite veneers don’t need multiple appointments. Patient can have a brand new attractive smile in just single appointment. But obviously they don’t last longer like porcelain veneers do. Porcelain can be more costly than composite, and it often takes more time to make the mold for the patient’s teeth and adhere the appliance to the enamel. The wait is worth it, though: This type can last almost a decade longer than composite if cared for properly! If you are looking for best porcelain veneers you must visit Advanced Dental Care Centre.


Conclusion

Now that we have discussed about pros and cons of both the veneers, choosing the right type will be properly discussed with the dentist. Decision must be made according to patient’s demands, oral hygiene and habits of the patient, his/her economic status. Whichever option is selected, for patients who desire a fresh look and a brighter smile, veneers are an affordable, durable option that can last for years.


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