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COMPOSITE DENTAL VENEERS
Here at Space Dental, composite dental veneers are one of the two types of dental veneer treatments that we offer. Composite dental veneers are one of our renowned cosmetic dental treatments for a reason. Your dream smile does not have to involve time consuming and invasive treatments, and composite dental veneers are the perfect example of how our skilful cosmetic dentists can achieve this.
Composite dental veneers are a non-prep, minimally invasive treatment that we would recommend to our patients looking to restore their smiles. Let's take a look at how composite dental veneers can benefit you at Space Dental.
What are
Composite Dental Veneers?
Composite veneers are a type of cosmetic dental restoration used to improve the appearance of teeth. They are made of a tooth-coloured composite resin material, which is applied directly to the surface of the tooth, which is then hardened with a UV light - similar to the process of having a composite dental filling!
Essentially, your natural teeth are covered by the moulded composite resin created by the cosmetic dentist, and sculpted into the desired shape and appearance of your teeth. Additionally, the colour of the resin can be manipulated to your desired shade, no matter how natural or bright you love your teeth to be.
What Is The Difference Between Composite Dental Veneers & Composite Bonding?
Composite dental veneers are not to be confused with composite bonding. Although they use similar processes and materials, composite dental veneers require a more sizable amount of resin due to the complete covering of the natural tooth. The cosmetic dental practitioner is then able to perfect the moulding of the resin to create the perfect, improved shape around your natural teeth. Composite bonding, on the other hand, focuses on smaller imperfections on a singular area of a tooth, such as chips, cracks and gaps, rather than the whole tooth, which also has advantageous effects.
When Are Composite Dental Veneers Recommended?
Composite dental veneers are a recommended treatment for a number of scenarios. They can be used to repair numerous chips and cracks, discolouration, and other cosmetic imperfections in the teeth.
They can also be used to reshape or resize teeth, and to close gaps between teeth. They are a less invasive alternative to porcelain veneers and can be done in one visit to the dentist. The most common scenarios might include:
- If patients have stained teeth
- If patients have unevenly shaped or fractured teeth
- If patients are looking for a non-invasive and non-permanent alternative to porcelain veneers
- If patients are looking for a removable veneer
- If patients are not happy with the appearance of their natural teeth, even if they are generally in good shape
What To Expect During The Consultation For Composite Dental Veneers
If you feel as though composite dental veneers are the right choice for you after doing your research, our team at Space Dental will be happy to invite you in for a consultation. During the consultation, you should expect our team to assess the health of your teeth to ensure that composite dental veneers are the best option for you, whilst weighing up any possible alternate treatments.
For example, we would recommend the treatment of decaying teeth before considering administering any sort of composite veneer, as we’re focused on not only the appearance of your smile, but the health of your natural teeth, too. Once we have discussed your desired smile and confirmed that composite dental veneers are right for you, we can begin your smile journey.
Our dentists will prepare your chosen teeth for composite dental veneer application, which might include slight etching of the enamel to benefit the process of adhesion. After the special adhesion is applied, the dentist is then able to apply the composite resin to be sculpted to the desired shape, to finally be cured with blue light to harden the material. This will ensure the durability of the composite dental veneer. The new composite dental veneer is then polished and your new smile is ready to go!
Meet Jonny
Meet
Jonny
Watch Jonny's smile journey to discover how composite veneers can elevate your confidence.
What Are The Benefits Of
Composite Dental Veneers?
Minimally Invasive Treatment -
As mentioned, composite veneers do not require the invasive reshaping process like other veneer treatments, therefore patients have the peace of mind that their natural enamel will stay intact and protected.
Easily Repairable -
The material used for composite dental veneers is ideal for easy maintenance. If, for any reason, some of the composite chips then you can arrange for a same day appointment to get it quickly repaired. The repairing process in most cases will not require the whole tooth to be reconstructed.
No MOulds -
Composite dental veneers do not require tooth impressions or moulds to be taken, as dentists can skilfully manipulate the resin to the perfect shape.
How much do
Composite Dental Veneers cost?
Please call us on 01924 565 955 to discuss finance options.
The Benefits of Composite Veneers
Minimally invasive
Avoids uncomfortable steps such as drilling
or anaesthesia*
*dependent on the overall health and condition of the teeth and gums
quick and easy
Most treatments can be completed in a single appointment
No molds
There is no need for tooth impressions or molds.
An initial visit to Space Dental is always recommended to assess the health of your teeth. During your consultation, we offer a professional consultative approach as to what would be the best treatment for you. Composite dental veneers might be deemed as a secondary option after other areas are fixed, such as aligning your teeth with Invisalign or having teeth whitening treatment.
For example, composite dental veneers are known to be at a lower cost than porcelain dental veneers. This is something to keep in mind when considering the budget you have for your cosmetic dental treatment. On the other hand, composite dental veneers are more susceptible to chipping and may require more maintenance than porcelain dental veneers. Finally, porcelain veneers require more than one visit to create bespoke veneers and carry out the application process, whereas composite dental veneers can be applied with just one visit. These are just a few things to consider before deciding which type of veneer is best suited for you.
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