Candidacy for Porcelain Veneers

Individuals with mild to moderate tooth problems are increasingly turning to porcelain veneers to restore their beautiful smile. In fact, veneers are probably the most versatile, durable, and natural-looking cosmetic dental treatment option available to correct such problems.

Ideal candidates for porcelain veneers have one or more of the following conditions:

• Mildly crooked teeth
• Chipped teeth
• Cracked teeth
• Worn teeth
• Discolored teeth
• Stubby teeth

A good candidate must first have good general oral health. If you have severe tooth decay, periodontal disease, or suffer from chronic bruxism (teeth grinding), you are probably not a good candidate. Since veneers are primarily a cosmetic treatment, severely damaged teeth will most likely require other treatments such as crowns, implants, or bridges.

In addition, a good candidate must have realistic aesthetic and functional expectations for their veneers. A consultation with an experienced cosmetic dentist will give you a good sense of what to expect in terms of how the veneers will look. Also be aware that veneers do chip and crack like natural teeth. Even with proper care, you should not expect your veneers to last a lifetime.

Even if you meet all of the above criteria, you will need to consult with an experienced cosmetic dentist in order to determine your candidacy. Some of your damaged teeth may be suitable for veneers while others may need work that is more extensive. After the consultation, your cosmetic dentist will be able to put together an individualized plan that will ensure that you receive the best possible smile.

The best candidate is an educated one. Please visit our main porcelain veneers and questions about porcelain veneers page for more information.

Placing porcelain veneers not only takes a tremendous amount of technical skill, it also requires the eye and instincts of an artist. If you are interested in restoring your smile with porcelain veneers, or have further questions about the procedure, please contact New Jersey Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Green today to arrange a consultation. Dr. Green serves cosmetic dentistry patients in Caldwell, West Essex, Essex County, Morris County, and Passaic County, New Jersey.