{"id":188,"date":"2018-07-07T22:53:23","date_gmt":"2018-07-07T22:53:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drlmetzger.com\/blog\/?p=188"},"modified":"2018-07-24T23:00:05","modified_gmt":"2018-07-24T23:00:05","slug":"porcelain-veneers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drlmetzger.com\/blog\/porcelain-veneers\/","title":{"rendered":"What Can Porcelain Veneers Do For You \u2013 And Do They Work For Everyone?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-189\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drlmetzger.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/image-2018-07-25-300x213.jpg\" alt=\"Front and side view of a porcelain veneer\" width=\"300\" height=\"213\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.drlmetzger.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/image-2018-07-25-300x213.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.drlmetzger.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/image-2018-07-25.jpg 371w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>According to the American Dental Association, people consider someone\u2019s smile their most important feature \u2013 even more so than their hair, eyes and body. It\u2019s no wonder that everyone wants a beautiful smile! If you can count yourself in that category, you probably want to correct some of your cosmetic flaws so you can enjoy all the benefits that a beautiful smile has to offer. While there\u2019s no question that porcelain veneers are a wonderful way to do that, what kinds of imperfections are they good for &#8211; and is everyone a candidate? Keep reading to find out!<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>What Kinds of Issues Can Porcelain Veneers Fix?<\/h2>\n<p>Porcelain veneers are very thin, strong \u201cshells\u201d that are adhered to the front of the teeth, completely masking their original appearance. Here are some of the cosmetic issues that they\u2019re perfect for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Severe stains<\/strong> \u2013 Some stains don\u2019t respond well to whitening treatments, including those from fluorosis or taking tetracycline (an antibiotic) in childhood.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Small or misshapen teeth<\/strong> \u2013 Oftentimes genetics are responsible when some of the front teeth are very small (also called \u201cpeg laterals\u201d), or otherwise shaped differently than the rest of the teeth.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Minor gaps or crowding<\/strong> \u2013 Veneers won\u2019t work for large gaps or major crowding, but there are cases where veneers can be used instead of braces to correct these minor issues!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chips and cracks<\/strong> \u2013 If you have chipped or cracked teeth, porcelain veneers are a great way to restore their appearance and make them look brand new again.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Veneers are matched precisely in shape and color to the rest of your smile so that they look very natural. Also, porcelain is one of the best materials for veneers because it\u2019s very strong and also stain-resistant. The question is, are you a good candidate?<\/p>\n<h2>Do Porcelain Veneers Work For Everyone?<\/h2>\n<p>Unfortunately, while <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drlmetzger.com\/porcelain-veneers.html\">porcelain veneers<\/a> are a great choice for many patients, no cosmetic option works for everyone! Here are some examples of patients that may not benefit from this procedure:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Significant crowding<\/strong> \u2013 In many cases of significant crowding, veneers won\u2019t lay quite right, which can result in an uneven final result.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Failing teeth or gums<\/strong> \u2013 The teeth and gums need to be reasonably healthy to support veneers. Just as your house needs to have a good foundation before putting a new roof on it, your oral health is the foundation of your smile.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Misaligned bite<\/strong> \u2013 If your bite is off, the chewing forces on your front teeth can actually chip or break your new veneers, so it\u2019s important to have that corrected first before investing in this procedure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Porcelain veneers are one of the most popular options in cosmetic dentistry for a reason. If you\u2019d like to know whether they would work for you, a great first step is scheduling a consultation!<\/p>\n<h2>About the Author<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drlmetzger.com\/meet-the-doctor.html\">Dr. Leslie Metzger<\/a> is a general and cosmetic dentist who has used a wide variety of cosmetic procedures, including porcelain veneers, to give her patients the beautiful smile they\u2019ve always wanted. She always starts by closely evaluating each patient\u2019s unique needs and goals so she can recommend the best cosmetic option for them. If you have any questions, she can be contacted via her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drlmetzger.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or at (248) 476-3410.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>According to the American Dental Association, people consider someone\u2019s smile their most important feature \u2013 even more so than their hair, eyes and body. It\u2019s no wonder that everyone wants a beautiful smile! 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