Who might a West Ashley area dentist choose as a good candidate for teeth veneers?
Teeth veneers, more commonly known as porcelain veneers, are a restoration available through Dr. Greenberg, a West Ashley area dentist at Mouth Carolina Dentistry, PA. Patients who want to rejuvenate their smiles, address imperfections in teeth, or undergo a complete smile makeovers may benefit from the placement of veneers. These are made of porcelain and are bonded over the front of a patient’s natural tooth to change the appearance. Doing so may make a dramatic positive change in one’s smile. However, before patients begin the process of having porcelain veneers fabricated for their smiles, they must undergo an initial consultation and examination to determine if they are good candidates.
A candidate for teeth veneers is one that has problems with his or her natural teeth. This may mean that the patient’s tooth has experienced damage or trauma and has a crack, chip, or a hole. Severe staining that doesn’t respond to tooth whitening treatments may also benefit from the placement of a veneer. Crooked and misaligned teeth can be covered and “straightened” with a veneer, and gaps between teeth can be filled with wider veneers over the existing natural teeth. All of these situations can be improved with the use of veneers.
There are times in which a patient with these problems still should not have teeth veneers placed. First, patients must have healthy smiles. This means that they should not have tooth decay or periodontal disease. This can keep the placement of the veneer from being successful over the long-term. Second, patients must have sufficient enamel on their teeth. The porcelain veneer utilizes the enamel to adhere in place. Without it, the veneer is unable to bond to the tooth’s surface. Third, patients must not suffer from bruxism. This condition causes individuals to grind or clench their jaws, which can cause extensive damage to both natural and restored teeth. In some instances, patients can have veneers placed, but may want to speak with their dentist about wearing a specialized mouth guard at night to protect their smile from further damage. This can allow bruxism patients to achieve the smile of their dreams while protecting their natural teeth at the same time.
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Mouth Carolina Dentistry, PA - Dr. Andrew Greenberg
Dr. Andrew Greenberg completed his Bachelor’s Degree in New Orleans, Louisiana at Tulane University. He graduated from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Dental Medicine in 2009, where he portrayed excellent academic performance. He exercises his academic brilliance to the benefit of his patients every day. He grew up in a family with a dental background and showed interest in the field since his early days.
