Dental veneers have been improving the appearance of teeth since the 1930s, and with advancements in technology, they have a long-term success rate of 91%.

If you have chipped or discolored teeth, veneers are one of the best solutions to improve your smile and bring back confidence. Your first step is to understand more about how veneers work and what types of veneers are available, so you know your options.

If you want to learn how to get a better smile, keep reading to learn all about the types of dental veneers!

Overview of Dental Veneers

Dental veneers are thin shells that attach to the surface of your teeth. Veneers improve the overall appearance of your teeth by enhancing their shape, color, and size.

You’ll need to make two or more trips to the dentist to get veneers. Your dentist will have to reshape the surface of your tooth by trimming the enamel and will need to make impressions of your teeth to get the right shape to create your veneers.

Usually, veneers are placed over your front teeth to fix problems such as:

  • Slightly crooked teeth
  • Discolored teeth
  • Teeth that are different sizes and shapes
  • Chipped teeth

Benefits of Veneers

Veneers not only give you beautiful teeth, but they have many long-term benefits you’ll enjoy that include:

  • They look and feel natural
  • They improve your confidence
  • They’re low maintenance
  • They’re stain resistant

Types of Veneers

There are different veneer options you can choose from. You’ll need to find an experienced dentist to evaluate your overall oral health and the condition of your teeth to determine what’s best for your situation.

Some of the most common types of veneers available include:

Composite Veneers

Composite veneers are made of a composite resin material, the same material used for cavity fillings. Composite veneers can be easily repaired if they become chipped or broken without needing to get a full set of new veneers placed.

Although they’re less expensive and faster to apply than porcelain veneers, they’re not as resistant to stains and less durable overall.

Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain is the most common material used for veneers and is the least harmful material used in dental restorations. It’s thin, durable, and has good esthetic appeal, making for realistic results.

Compared to composite veneers that last an average of five years, porcelain veneers can last ten years or more in many cases.

Porcelain veneers are also more stain resistant, don’t harm your surrounding teeth, and blend well with your natural tooth color.

Lumineers

Lumineers are made of extremely thin porcelain laminate material that requires less preparation before placement.

With lumineers, less of your natural tooth structure needs removing, and they’re reversible, while other types of veneers change your teeth permanently.

You can also get lumineers placed in just two dental visits. Lumineers also are long-lasting and can last up to 20 years with good oral hygiene.

Talk to a Dentist Today About Veneers

Now that you know more about the types of veneers available, you can take steps today to brighten your smile.

You won’t need to look further than Dr. Parul Mehta & Associates for veneers and all your dental care needs. We specialize in all types of dentistry, offering crowns, implants, Zoom whitening, Invisalign, and much more.

We also have the state of the art technology, offer personalized care to make you feel comfortable during your visit, and have offices in Temecula, California, and Riverside, California, to meet your needs.

Make sure you contact us today to schedule an appointment for your new veneers!