Preparing teeth for veneers and how much does veneer cost?

Teeth Preparation for Veneers, Veneers have the ability to improve the appearance of teeth and make them more beautiful and attractive. However, achieving good results requires preparing the teeth before installing the veneers. The tooth preparation stage is one of the most important steps performed by the dentist before installing veneers.

Teeth Preparation for Veneers

Teeth Preparation for Veneers

Veneers are a cosmetic procedure consisting of thin shells made of resin or porcelain used to improve the appearance of teeth and change their shape, color, and hide any cracks or fractures. Veneers also help modify the shape of teeth with unsuitable shapes or cracks. The steps of preparing teeth before veneers are among the most important steps to achieve the best results after installing the lenses, including:

• Preparing and shaping the teeth: The doctor creates grooves around the teeth for the veneer shells to settle in and prepares the teeth by grinding them to make them straight and level.
• Treating the teeth and gums with laser: Ensuring the health and safety of the teeth and gums before placing the lenses, and if there are any gum problems, the doctor treats them with laser first to avoid any negative results for the patient.
• Removing tartar: Tartar buildup on the teeth is removed using a special device called an ultrasonic scaler.
• Roughening the tooth surface: The teeth are prepared by roughening their surface by about 0.5 millimeters before placing the veneer shells on them.
• Installing veneer shells: After the suitable design for the shells is made in terms of color and suitable size for the patient’s teeth, and they are received from the dental laboratory, the veneer shells are securely attached, allowing the patient to have a beautiful smile.

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Disadvantages of Not Preparing Teeth Before Veneers

Some dental centers may neglect preparing the teeth before placing veneers and only take measurements of the teeth and send them to the laboratory for design. This can have several negative consequences, including:

• Failure to grind part of the enamel layer causes the veneer shells to protrude outwards, negatively affecting the beauty of the smile and causing the patient considerable discomfort and embarrassment. It also exposes the veneer lens to breakage when adhered to the tooth surface.
• If a groove is not created in the tooth before adhering the veneer shell to it, a gap will form between the shell and the tooth where food debris can accumulate. This can lead to tooth decay and plaque buildup between the tooth and the shell.
• If the doctor does not roughen the teeth before the veneer procedure, the new shell may detach from the original tooth after a short period.

Ways to Care for Veneers

Dental veneers require daily care, especially after installation, and here are some important tips to follow:

• Avoid foods and beverages that cause tooth staining, such as caffeine, and stay away from unhealthy habits like smoking.
• Avoid sugary and contaminated foods, and adhere to the veneer care instructions given by the doctor.
• Clean teeth daily using dental floss and mouthwash.
• Brush teeth twice a day using a toothbrush and toothpaste containing desensitizing agents.

Through the following article, you can learn about the prices of all cosmetic dental procedures.

Do Veneer Shells Last Long?

Veneer shells are one of the cosmetic dentistry techniques that people turn to for a beautiful, white smile. Some may wonder how durable these shells are and when they need to be replaced. The answer is yes, dental veneers last a long time. According to research, veneer shells generally last from 7 to 15 years, but this depends on factors such as the type of shells, the health and cleanliness of the teeth, and how well the person maintains them.

Types of Dental Veneers

Veneers are used in cosmetic dentistry procedures to change the color of teeth and improve their shape and external appearance. Many wonder, what materials are veneers made of? The answer is that there are two main types of materials used in the manufacture of veneers:

• Resin: These are plastic-like materials used in the manufacture of adhesive dental lenses. Their expected lifespan is up to 5 years before they need to be replaced. They are characterized by their availability in many places and their high flexibility and pliancy. However, their major drawbacks include color change over time, susceptibility to damage with use, incompatibility with the color of natural teeth, and poor resistance to tooth stains and discoloration.
• Porcelain: These are manufactured in a special dental laboratory and are thin materials used to make adhesive lenses. They are compatible with natural tooth enamel and highly resistant to stains and discoloration. They are also strong, durable, corrosion-resistant, and able to reflect light in a way that closely resembles natural teeth.
  

  Types of Dental Veneers

What Dental Problems Can Veneers Fix?

Veneers are used for cosmetic purposes, and here are some problems that can be treated with veneers:

• If the teeth need shape correction, dental veneers are the ideal solution by covering the outer surface of the tooth and correcting the shape of the teeth.
• Veneers help solve the problem of chipped teeth, where a veneer shell is placed on the chipped tooth to cover the damaged part.
• Tooth stains and discoloration, where veneers cover severely discolored natural teeth that may not respond well to teeth whitening options.

To learn more about dental cosmetic procedures, you can read this article.

How Much Do Veneers Cost?

In general, the cost of dental veneers at our dental care center ranges from 3,000 to 5,000 Egyptian pounds. The cost of permanent “emax” veneers starts from 5,000 pounds per tooth, while the cost of “3N Veneer,” which does not require tooth grinding before installation, is 9,000 pounds and is done in two sessions over two weeks. As for removable “snap-on” veneers, the cost for one jaw is 2,500 pounds, and for both jaws, it is 4,000 pounds.

Best Medical Center for Installing Dental Lenses in Egypt

Egypt is one of the leading countries in dentistry and has many centers that specialize in installing dental lenses. One of the most famous is The Dental Center, which is considered one of the best medical centers in Egypt. This center employs a qualified and highly experienced team in the field of dentistry and is equipped with the latest advanced devices and technologies that make the process of installing veneers easy and safe.