Do Dental Veneers Ruin Natural Teeth?

Dental veneers remain a popular form of cosmetic dentistry in Jacksonville, FL, and other cities throughout the world. Even celebrities have chosen to get veneers due to the realistic look that they provide. Veneers are ideal for addressing imperfections such as permanently discolored teeth, chipped teeth, gaps, and more. Yet, some people hesitate to consider them because they think dental veneers ruin natural teeth.

How Are Dental Veneers Attached to the Teeth?

In previous years, a tooth had to be ground down, almost to a point, before attaching a dental veneer. This weakened the tooth structure. However, the tooth structure was restored with the application of the veneer. Now, dental technology has improved a great deal, and the process of attaching dental veneers to teeth has changed.

Today, a microscopic layer of enamel is removed from the tooth’s surface. This creates a surface where the adhesive can readily adhere to the tooth, allowing the dental veneer to be permanently attached. After that, the tooth (or teeth) undergo special light that “cures” the adhesive. This solidifies the bond so that the dental veneer stays safely in place while you eat, bite, speak, and so on.

Do Dental Veneers Ruin Natural Teeth?

Dental veneers are intended to be a permanent cosmetic dentistry solution. As such, they aren’t meant to be removed. A person may need to have a dental veneer replaced at some point, but they aren’t meant to be removed permanently. The removal of that thin layer of enamel can’t be reversed. At the same time, losing the enamel isn’t a problem because the veneer is the new “layer.” So, the tooth’s structure is restored, just as before, and the tooth is not ruined.

If you’d like to discuss the possibility of getting dental veneers in Jacksonville, FL, please contact Mandarin Dentistry today. We’d be happy to answer all your questions about ways to enhance your smile!