Veneers can fix a wide array of aesthetic issues and leave you with a more uniform smile. That’s why they have become so popular among celebrities and others who want to enhance the beauty of their pearly whites. Veneers can eliminate discoloration, chips, gaps, and many more cosmetic flaws, but are they able to correct misalignment? Continue reading to find out if this could be the solution you’ve been hoping for!
How Do Veneers Work?
Veneers are thin, tooth-colored shells of porcelain that are placed over the front-facing surfaces of the teeth to mask imperfections. Dental veneers can be placed in as few as two appointments. During your initial visit, your dentist will carefully examine your smile to ensure that your teeth are healthy enough to support veneers and that veneers are the ideal option for your smile.
Next, your dentist will prepare your teeth by removing a small amount of protective enamel to make room for the veneers. Impressions will be taken of your altered teeth to be sent to the dental laboratory where your final restorations will be made. In just a few weeks, your new restorations will be ready.
Can Veneers Fix Crooked Teeth?
Veneers can mask all sorts of cosmetic issues. However, they can’t move your teeth. Ultimately, if you have severe misalignment, veneers probably aren’t a good option for you. If you only have minor misalignment or crookedness, veneers could be enough to give you the perfected smile you’ve been hoping for. Sometimes, veneers can cover up the appearance of crooked teeth entirely if this issue is mild enough. If you have a significant bite issue, this will likely need to be dealt with using orthodontics. After examining the extent of your misalignment, your dentist will determine if you are a good candidate for veneers so you can see the best possible results!
How Else Can Misalignment Be Corrected?
If you have more significant misalignment, or you are dealing with a bite issue, orthodontic treatment, such as Invisalign, may be a better option. Instead of using metal brackets and wires, Invisalign uses a series of clear aligners to slowly shift your teeth into their rightful locations. Approximately every two weeks, you will switch to the next set of aligners in the series. The best part is that the aligners are virtually invisible! It’s unlikely that anyone will even be able to tell that you are wearing them. Completing orthodontic treatment can give you more freedom to enhance your smile using cosmetic treatments as well, including dental veneers.
If you are dealing with minor misalignment, veneers could be all you need to get the results you’ve been looking for. By scheduling a consultation with your dentist, you can put together a plan that’s ideal for your smile!
About the Author
Dr. A. Faris Waheed is an experienced dentist who has been working in the field for more than 15 years. He earned his dental doctorate from the prestigious Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and has completed several post-graduate courses. Currently, he is a proud member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, and SPEAR Education. To learn more about veneers or to schedule a consultation at his office in Panama City, visit his website or call (850) 215-0128.