subject: Porcelain Veneers Can Be Used To Repair Chipped Teeth [print this page] A Porcelain Veneers is an ultra thin layer of porcelain that is attached to the front of the tooth to either amend the shape, size and the structure of the tooth. They can be used to cap over the cracked tooth, re-structure the chipped tooth so that it once again functions as proper tooth should. They can also be used to cover up discoloured teeth so that they look more aesthetically pleasing.
Due to the Porcelain Veneers being ultra thin (roughly half a millimetre) they are easily attachable to the front of the tooth. Even though they are very thin and slight, they are very strong and can withstand most pressure placed upon them; this is not to say that if you do not take good care of them they will last forever. They still need to be cared for as normal teeth would.
Porcelain veneers can be used to counter the following problems:
Worn down teeth: Teeth that have been worn down through grinding and clenching off teeth can be made stronger and bigger through the use of veneers.
Chipped or broken teeth: Chips and crack can be hidden under a veneer without compromising how the tooth works when chewing and biting.
Stained teeth: Teeth can become stained through a variety of reasons, drinking lots of coffee, eating to many sugary foods and smoking. Porcelain veneers can help to mask these discolourations and make your teeth look whiter.
Crooked teeth: Teeth can be reshaped and make the teeth look more aesthetically pleasing.
Gaps: The spaces between teeth can be filled to give a uniform smile.
If porcelain veneers interest you, and you feel they could benefit you in many ways then do not hesitate in contacting your dentist.
