If you’re unhappy with the way your teeth look, veneers can create a picture-perfect smile. They create dramatic, natural-looking results when they are bonded to the front surfaces of teeth. However, some enamel must be removed during the application process. Concerns about sensitivity after getting veneers are common, but there’s no reason to worry. Some dentists even recommend veneers for patients with a history of sensitive teeth, and here’s why.
How Do Veneers Work?
The veneer is a thin restoration used to improve the overall color, size, and shape of a tooth. Placing veneers on the teeth visible when smiling corrects several issues using one procedure, like discoloration, chips, and gaps. This provides a cost-effective option to address many flaws without needing multiple procedures or a lengthy treatment plan.
Veneers and Tooth Sensitivity
Your dentist must remove a small amount of enamel to prep your teeth for veneers. It’s necessary to ensure a strong bond because your veneers will sit flush. This does not harm the health of your teeth, but your enamel will not grow back. If your veneers are removed, sensitivity can occur, which is one reason the procedure isn’t reversible.
Thankfully, you don’t have to budget for replacements often because veneers can last for a decade or longer with the correct care. Tooth sensitivity won’t be an issue if you commit to good oral hygiene and regular dental care.
If you have persistent sensitive teeth, veneers can provide relief if other treatments have failed, like desensitizing toothpaste. Veneers will add a layer of protection between outside elements and your dentin to reduce sensitivity. You can enjoy lasting improvement and a flawless smile.
Benefits of Porcelain Veneers
Veneers continue to rank among the most popular cosmetic procedures every year because they offer several benefits, including.
- Natural-Looking Results: Porcelain closely mimics enamel to provide results that look natural. Veneers are thinner than ever, so they don’t look bulky.
- Minimally Invasive: Since veneers are thin, less enamel is removed during the bonding process. This makes the procedure less invasive, so you don’t have to worry about a complex treatment.
- Address Many Issues: You can save time and money by resolving many imperfections simultaneously.
- Quick, Lasting Results: You can have the smile of your dreams after 2 appointments. Your results can last for 10 years or longer by giving your teeth the attention they deserve, like brushing, flossing, and visiting your dentist regularly.
Sensitive teeth should be the least of your concerns when considering porcelain veneers. You won’t think twice about tooth sensitivity before drinking your morning cup of coffee or enjoying a bowl of ice cream.
About Dr. Nancy Mo
Dr. Mo earned her dental degree from the Columbia University College of Dental Medicine and has continued her education in many specialties, like general dentistry, esthetic dentistry, and dental implants. She holds active memberships with several professional organizations, including the American Dental Association. She can help you achieve your best smile. Schedule an appointment through our website or call (508) 928-8753.