If you're like most people, the first thing that comes to mind when you think of veneers is their cosmetic benefits – and rightfully so! Veneers can be used to correct a wide variety of dental problems, from crooked teeth to severe discoloration. However, did you know that veneers can also provide significant non-cosmetic benefits?
While veneers repair chipped and cracked teeth, they also help prevent any further damage. By covering the front surface of teeth, veneers make them stronger and more resistant to chips and cracks. They can also act as a protective layer over teeth with thinning enamel.Veneers also seal gaps between the teeth, preventing bacteria and plaque from building up, leading to tooth decay.
If you have always been self-conscious about how you speak, veneers can help correct some speech problems. Veneers improve speech and pronunciation by aligning and straightening teeth. With veneers, you will feel better about yourself and be able to communicate more confidently.
Crooked, misaligned, or gapped teeth can cause eating discomfort. If you struggle to eat comfortably because of your teeth, veneers can help. Veneers will properly align your teeth and minimize gaps, allowing you to eat comfortably without constantly worrying about food getting stuck between your teeth or not being able to chew food properly.
A temporomandibular joint (TMJ/TMD) disorder is a condition that affects the joint that connects your jaw to your skull. A TMJ disorder can include pain in the jaw, neck, and shoulders, difficulty opening and closing your mouth, and a clicking or popping noise when you move your jaw. If you suffer from a TMJ/TMD disorder or jaw pain, veneers may be able to help relieve some of the pain and discomfort. Because veneers help align the teeth, this can help correct any misalignment in the jaw. Veneers help by evening out the biting surface of your teeth, which can help reduce stress on your jaw joint.
Paul Peterson, DDS at Advanced Cosmetic Dentistry offers world-class cosmetic dentistry with an innovative Face Forward approach. Our jaw development-focused approach to dentistry, based on the most recent science of craniofacial development, is designed to offer our patients transformative results. Our goal is to create a healthy jaw foundation to build incredible, life-changing smiles.With Face Forward dentistry, your long-term health and wellness become the foundation for long-lasting results as functional as they are cosmetic.
To learn more about veneers or other dentistry solutions for TMJ disorders, please contact us today at (435) 503-8841. We would be happy to answer any questions you have and help you schedule a consultation with Dr. Peterson.
