Dental Veneers Changed My Life

Three Teeth Veneer Fears ~ Overcome Them By Understanding Them

22 May 2015 by Harold Coleman

Have you considered getting veneers for your teeth? If so, you may have some concerns about whether they are right for you. After all, there are a number of cosmetic options available that can correct a number of problems. The key to overcoming your fears about veneers is understanding the process of getting veneers, and you also need to keep in mind that teeth veneers have the potential to last for many years:

Fearful About the Final Results

Perhaps you have seen the dental work of other people who have veneers. Some of these people may have veneers that have a natural appearance, but you may have also seen people whose veneers looked improperly sized for their mouths. For example, veneers that are too large could make a person's mouth look like they have "horse teeth." 

The end result of your veneers will rely heavily upon the dentist you choose. In the above example, the differences in appearance could be related to the fact that the same dentist did not perform both procedures. Many dentists have before and after pictures of their work. Ask to see these.

If you are still fearful about the possible results, ask your dentist about provisional veneers. These veneers are ideal for people like you who want a chance to see what their veneers will look like in their mouths. They are temporary, and if you like how they look, your dentist can proceed with the semi-permanent option. 

Fearful About Dental Procedures

Perhaps you have fears that are related to a traumatic experience that could date back as far as your childhood. The good news is that veneers are considered as a non-invasive procedure. Anesthetics are rarely used when veneers are put into place. This is because the procedure is painless. It simply involves using a bonding agent to adhere the veneers to teeth. If you are a person who is anxious about this painless procedure, your dentist may decide to administer an anesthetic despite this not being the norm. 

Fearful About Durability

Perhaps you have heard a horror story about someone's veneers cracking or chipping. People who properly care for their veneers will generally not experience this issue. An unforeseen circumstance that results in mouth trauma could crack veneers, but this is no different than natural teeth that can get knocked out or chipped after such an episode.

The integrity of veneers can also become compromised as a result of people choosing to eat the wrong foods. For example, hard foods such as candy apples could crack or chip veneers. If you are unsure which foods are safe to consume for veneer wearers, your dentist is the best resource to use. 

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