1. What is the difference between porcelain veneers & dental crowns?
Dental crowns typically encase an entire tooth whereas porcelain veneers typically only cover the front of a tooth.
2. Main advantages of porcelain veneers:
1. Porcelain veneers look just like real teeth
Porcelain veneers are translucent, so when they are bonded onto a tooth's surface, they mimic the light-handling characteristics of enamel.
2. Porcelain veneers resist staining
Porcelain veneers are not susceptible to staining and discoloring like other forms of dental bonding. This means that the surface of a porcelain veneer will not pick up permanent stains.
3. Disadvantages of porcelain veneers:
1. May break off
2. Irreversible process
4. Who are porcelain veneers not suitable for?
Porcelain veneers may not be suitable if you:
- have unhealthy teeth
- have weak teeth
- do not have enough tooth enamel
- grind your teeth
Your dental surgeon will be able to advise you if porcelain veneers are suitable.
5. How much do porcelain veneers cost?
Pricing varies according to the amount of work required, but it can cost many thousands of pounds.
