Can porcelain veneers fix teeth that are too short or uneven in length?
Porcelain veneers can be used to make teeth appear longer and more even in length, improving the overall symmetry of the smile.
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.
They replace missing teeth, prevent bone loss, provide a stable foundation, improve oral function, and maintain facial aesthetics.
Thin shells of porcelain or resin that cover the front surface of teeth, improving their appearance in terms of color, shape, size, or length.
You can consume flavored oat milk with porcelain veneers, but be cautious of any added sugars and maintain good oral hygiene.
A proxabrush with a silicone coating, textured surface, and flexible neck can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.
Prevention is the most important part of managing tooth abrasion.
Choose a low abrasion toothpaste as some toothpastes play a significant role in causing tooth abrasion. The RDA value [Relative Dentin Abrasivity] ranges from 0-250. RDA values of 150-250 are considered the harmful.
Use a soft toothbrush and a correct brushing technique using moderate force.
A dentist specializing in the design, manufacture, and fitting of artificial replacements for teeth and other parts of the mouth.