Can porcelain veneers be used to correct a tooth with an asymmetrical shape?
Yes, porcelain veneers can be used to enhance the symmetry and appearance of a tooth with an asymmetrical shape.
Dentist
Dr. Susan R. Pan, DDS, is a highly qualified dentist with a long-standing engagement in the field since 1986. She was a recipient of the Dr. Gerald Z Wright Award for graduating first in her class at Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, University of Western Ontario. Additionally, she worked as a clinical instructor for new dentists at the University of Western Ontario’s School of Dentistry and graduated from the Dental School of Sun Yat-Sen University of Medical Sciences. Dr. Pan has received recognition for her exceptional work, as she was consecutively awarded the Diamond Winner for the Readers’ Choice of their Favorite Dentist by the Hamilton Spectator in 2014 and 2015, and was nominated for the same title multiple times in 2007, 2010, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017.
Full dentures replace all teeth, while partial dentures replace some missing teeth when some natural teeth remain.
Gum stimulators with a silicone tip can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.
Practice good oral hygiene, avoid aggressive brushing, quit smoking, and consult a periodontist for treatment options.
Various factors, including injury, acidic foods, vitamin deficiencies, stress, and certain conditions.
Depending on the severity, treatments include dental bonding, veneers, crowns, root canal therapy, or extraction.
Porcelain veneers can effectively correct uneven wear patterns on teeth, restoring a more uniform appearance.