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Should You Get Veneers?

  • By Ruan Blumberg
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  • 20 Mar, 2019
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Dental Veneer on Finger
Dental Veneer on Finger

Veneers are porcelain tooth caps that are placed over teeth to give the smile a more even, attractive appearance. Durable and natural-looking, veneers can greatly improve your oral health, smile, and overall confidence in how you look.

Are veneers right for you? Our team of professional dental practitioners at Marie Simon Dentistry will give you a thorough exam to see what cosmetic dental care will work best for you. Use this guide to learn more about whether veneers will help to make your smile even greater.

You Have Uneven or Oddly-Shaped Teeth

Are your canines too small for your mouth, giving your smile a gap-like or childlike appearance? Are your teeth uneven in size so your average-sized teeth look too large? Are your teeth jagged or have small chips in them?

If so, veneers on one or more of your teeth can greatly improve the physical appearance of your natural teeth while strengthening tooth enamel that has been worn or chipped. Our dental team will examine your teeth to see where veneers will be most appropriate.

You Have an Overall Healthy Smile

If you have gum disease, decaying or cavity-riddled teeth, or are experiencing bone loss in your jaw, these conditions should be treated prior to doing any cosmetic dentistry on your mouth. This is because you must be in overall good dental health to be considered as a cosmetic dental patient.

Continue your regular dental exams and cleanings and brush and floss daily to keep your smile healthy. Once you've been given the OK for veneers, you'll be given an appointment for the procedure.

You Have Room in Your Budget

Unless you need to get veneers to protect severely damaged or cracked teeth, this procedure is typically considered cosmetic by nature and some dental insurance companies won't help cover the costs. Don't worry — you may be able to work out a payment plan with our helpful receptionists if you cannot afford veneer services entirely upfront. For all your dental needs and inquiries, contact us at Marie Simon Dentistry today.

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