Dental Veneers: What are the Pros and Cons?

Before you commit to a procedure such as dental veneers, it is important to understand the pros and cons. Dental veneers are an amazing option for anyone looking for a relatively non-invasive way to improve their smile. While veneers can create the smile you have always wanted, they are not the solution for everyone. Here are a few of the amazing pros of dental veneers for improving your smile and a few cons to consider before you commit.

Pros of dental veneers

Dental veneers are thin, tooth-colored shells designed to custom fit individual patients. Veneers can create the illusion of a perfect smile without the invasiveness of other methods of dental repair and work to conceal cosmetic issues. Here are more pros of choosing dental veneers:

Enamel replacement

Enamel can begin to erode as a result of age, acidic food, stomach acid (from acid reflux) or other outside influences. When enamel does begin to decay, it is important to address it, as loss of this hard outer protection can leave your teeth vulnerable. It is also important to know that once your enamel has decayed, it cannot grow back. Veneers are an easy way to both cover and prevent the further erosion of your enamel for lifelong dental health.

Easy whitening

When it comes to whitening your teeth, there are a number of challenges to consider. For some patients, traditional tooth whitening can cause sensitivity and even pain. Other patients have such advanced tooth discoloration that it cannot be treated with traditional tooth whitening methods. Dental veneers are a great way to avoid the sensitivity associated with traditional tooth whitening and a way to correct tooth discoloration that would otherwise be permanent.

Cons of dental veneers

While dental veneers are a great way to improve the cosmetic appearance of your smile, they are certainly not the perfect solution for everyone. Here are two commonly-cited drawbacks to consider before you commit to dental veneers:

High price tags

Dental veneers are a highly effective way of improving your smile, but that does not mean they are cost effective. Dental veneers can cost thousands of dollars, especially if you require repair on multiple teeth. While the cost of veneers is relatively high compared to other dental procedures, if you can handle the cost, the end result of veneers can be well worth the money.

Dental veneers are often permanent

While many patients may not be concerned by the permanent nature of dental veneers, others may wish to consider other options before they commit to an irreversible procedure. For certain patients, tooth structure, shape and even enamel may need to be altered or removed in order for the dentist to apply veneers. Because they sometimes necessitate changes in the structure of your teeth, dental veneers are, in most cases, a permanent cosmetic procedure.

Discuss the benefits and drawbacks with your dentist

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