Are Veneers Permanent?

If you’re looking for a way to get the picture-perfect smile you’ve always wanted, veneers are an extremely popular choice. However, if you’ve looked online to learn more about the procedure, and seen they can be a bit of financial investment, you are likely wondering:

Are veneers permanent?

And the short answer is: yes, getting veneers is a permanent solution to enhance your smile. Keep reading to find out more about this procedure, and whether it’s the right choice for your teeth!

What Are Veneers and How Long Do They Last?

Veneers are very thin dental prosthetics that will get attached to the natural surface of your teeth. When getting veneers, the dentist will shave the natural surface of your teeth’s enamel to create a rough surface texture, which allows the veneers to properly bond and stay in place.

Veneers are designed to last a very long time, and they can last as long as 20 or more years with the right precautions! When getting veneers, it’s important to keep up a good oral hygiene routine, which will help extend their lifespan tremendously.

Do They Have to Be Replaced?

In some cases, yes. Veneers are very strong, but they are not indestructible, and many factors can impact their lifespan:

• Improper oral care
• Chewing on hard foods or objects
• Tooth grinding, etc.

Veneers can chip and even break, and in some cases, they cannot be repaired with dental bonding or other similar procedures, and have to be replaced altogether.

However, you should also know that given how the procedure works, getting veneers is a permanent decision and you will not be able to return to your natural smile. This is because tooth enamel does not regenerate, and while the dentist will not shave a lot of it (meaning you won’t feel heightened tooth sensitivity), it’s not advised to leave your teeth as they are if you take the veneers off.

 Are Veneers Right for Me?

If you have generally healthy teeth, veneers can be a great solution to address any of the following issues:

• Tooth discoloration
• Badly stained teeth
• Gaps in your teeth
• Misshapen teeth
• Some cases of dental fractures, etc.

However, the only way to know for sure if veneers are right for you is by seeing a dentist for a consultation. Then, the dentist can assess your oral health and smile expectations to make the appropriate treatment plan that will give you the results you want, while making sure your dental health is taken care of.

Bow Tie Dentist Is Here to Help

If you’re interested in getting veneers and are not sure if you’re a good candidate, the Palm Harbor dentist at Bow Tie Dentist is here to help you make the right choice for your smile.

To get started, please book an appointment with Dr. Saimon Ramos or call us at (727) 789-1212 today.