{"id":419,"date":"2024-08-21T17:38:39","date_gmt":"2024-08-21T17:38:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/blog\/?p=419"},"modified":"2024-08-29T17:41:22","modified_gmt":"2024-08-29T17:41:22","slug":"investigative-dentistry-should-you-get-porcelain-veneers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/blog\/2024\/08\/21\/investigative-dentistry-should-you-get-porcelain-veneers\/","title":{"rendered":"Investigative Dentistry: Should You Get Porcelain Veneers?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/image-1-300x200.png\" alt=\"Close up of dentist examining porcelain veneers\" class=\"wp-image-421\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/image-1-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/image-1.png 652w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/veneers.html\">Porcelain veneers<\/a> do look impressive. So impressive, in fact, that even celebrities like Martin Freeman and Meghan Markle decided to receive them! Still, they are quite the commitment. Once your enamel is leveled out to make room for the veneers, you can\u2019t get it back, and this is one dental cosmetic that\u2019s not designed to be removed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So should you get porcelain veneers? That\u2019s up to you, which means it\u2019s time for some investigating. Here are five benefits you can wave your magnifying glass over before making your decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1. Enamel Protection for Tooth Sensitivity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Enamel is the topmost layer of your teeth. This means it gets the most attention from onlookers \u2013 and takes the brunt of everyday wear and tear. Sometimes this is extensive enough to cause severe tooth sensitivity. For patients who find it difficult to enjoy hot and cold foods, porcelain veneers provide much-needed enamel protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2. Effective Treatment for Deep Dental Stains<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two types of stains in the dental world: deep, internal intrinsic stains and surface-level extrinsic stains. While professional <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/teeth-whitening.html\">teeth whitening<\/a> treatments are very good at lifting extrinsic yellowing, the whitening agents can\u2019t always get deep enough to eliminate intrinsic pigmentation. When stain removal isn\u2019t possible, patients can effectively brighten their teeth by getting a flawless set of porcelain veneers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3. Shield Chips and Cracks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Chips and cracks in your pearly whites can be more than uncomfortable. Bacteria can get stuck in the ridges and grooves they form, increasing your risk of developing tooth decay. However, since porcelain veneers are placed overtop of these imperfections, they shield vulnerable teeth from hard-to-scrub bacteria. And they look fantastic while doing it, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#4. Cover Up Smile Gaps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Porcelain veneers are custom-made, not just to the exact shade you want, but the size and shape as well! With some skilled artistry, your dentist can sculpt your veneers to create the illusion of a gapless smile. You could achieve the look you want without undergoing any sort of orthodontic treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#5. Inspire Confidence in Your Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you add all of these benefits together, what you get is unmatched confidence in your teeth. Think of porcelain veneers not just as a cosmetic treatment, but also as a dental alteration that empowers your oral health. In as little as two office visits, you could smack two birds with one stone!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Porcelain veneers are a fantastic solution for many patients, but to be absolutely certain that they\u2019re right for you and your teeth, it\u2019s best to consult with your dentist. After all, no one\u2019s better equipped to examine your oral situation and offer professional recommendations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Abou the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/meet-the-dentist.html\">Dr. David M. Fisher Jr.<\/a> earned his dental degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and has been helping patients in the Greensboro area for over 20 years. With such extensive experience in one location and impeccable credentials, you know you can trust him to craft beautiful and effective porcelain veneers! To schedule a consultation, request an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/request-an-appointment.html\">appointment<\/a> online or call Dr. Fisher\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/contact.html\">office<\/a> at 336-288-1242.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Porcelain veneers do look impressive. So impressive, in fact, that even celebrities like Martin Freeman and Meghan Markle decided to receive them! Still, they are quite the commitment. 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