Are you ashamed to smile due to unsightly defects in your teeth? Have whitening treatments failed to produce the results you desire? If so, there is no need to fret. Dental veneers, tooth-colored shells, may be an appropriate cosmetic dental treatment for masking stains and brightening your smile. Not everyone is a candidate for teeth whitening treatments that involve bleaching, as it is typically not recommended for those who have tooth-colored fillings, crowns, caps or bonding in your front teeth. This is due to the fact that bleaching will not change the color of these materials, making them stand out in your newly whitened smile. In these cases, veneers may be an appropriate solution for changing your smile. Factors Affecting the Color of Your Teeth There are some people who are born with teeth that are more yellow than others, while others have teeth that yellow with age. There are several factors that can affect the natural color of your teeth. Stains can be categorized as extrinsic stains (surface) and intrinsic stains (internal). Extrinsic stains and discoloration can be cause by the following: *Tobacco *Drinking coffee, tea, or red wine *Eating highly pigmented foods such as cherries and blueberries *Accumulation of tartar deposits, which result from plaque that has hardened Intrinsic, or internal, stains can often be caused by: *Treatment with the antibiotic tetracycline during the time when teeth are forming *Yellowing or graying of the teeth as part of the aging process *Trauma to the teeth that may result in the death of the tooth's nerve *Ingesting too much fluoride when teeth are forming What are Dental Veneers and What is the Process? A veneer is made to match the color and shape of your tooth and is used to solve most or even all of your cosmetic dental issues, including: *Worn enamel *Wear and tear *Genetics *Uneven teeth Veneers are made of ultra-thin shells of ceramic or composite resin materials, and are bonded to the front of your teeth. The procedure for placement of your veneers requires little to no anesthesia, which makes it an ideal choice for improving the appearance of your front teeth. Always make sure that you take an active role in the design of your reconstructive smile. Working closely with your dentist, your teeth are prepared for the veneers by being lightly buffed to allow for the small additional thickness created by the veneer. Generally, about a millimeter of your tooth is removed. The removal may require a local anesthetic to avoid any pain. When your veneers are ready, your dentist will place each veneer on your teeth to make sure they properly fit. In addition, your dentist will match the shade and color of your teeth to your veneer for optimal enhancement. To apply your veneer, your dentist will clean your tooth and apply special cement between the veneer and tooth to bond the two together. A consultation with your Carlsbad dentist will allow for a proper treatment plan to be created in order to restore your smile the way that you have always desired. As with other procedures, veneers are not for everyone, but your dentist will work with you to create an appropriate treatment plan to restore your smile.
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