If you’re interested in cosmetic dentistry, you might have been impressed by just how many treatments there are. For just about any issue that you could have with your teeth, there’s a procedure out there that can help you. In many cases, there are several.
For example, patients interested in changing the color of their teeth have multiple options available to them. Both veneers and teeth whitening are capable of brightening your smile; you’ll get incredible results no matter which way you go, so which you should pick ultimately comes down to you. Here’s how you can make that decision.
What is Teeth Whitening?
Professional teeth whitening involves placing a whitening gel onto the teeth, one usually incorporating hydrogen peroxide as its active ingredient. A dentist can layer this solution onto the enamel, shine a specialized light onto it, then remove it.
In-office teeth whitening can be completed within just a single appointment and is excellent at lifting stains from the surface of the teeth.
What Are Veneers?
Veneers are thin porcelain shells that can be layered onto the teeth, completely changing their appearance. Unlike teeth whitening, veneers whiten your smile by simply covering up stains as opposed to removing them.
Veneers are also capable of dealing with more than just the color of your teeth; if you have chips, cracks, gaps, misalignment, or any number of other issues, this treatment can also be incredibly effective. Moreover, veneers are capable of handling all of these issues within as little as two appointments.
Which is Right for Me?
When it comes to convenience, teeth whitening is hard to beat. The procedure is fast, painless, and can produce absolutely stunning results.
However, it’s most effective at dealing with discoloration due to stains on the surface of the teeth. If your smile has darkened for other reasons, like aging or due to infection, it may not be as effective.
Veneers require a little bit more work but are capable of incredible things. They’ll be able to help you no matter how your teeth yellowed and can deal with all kinds of other aesthetic issues at the same time.
Ultimately, the best way to determine with kind of treatment is best for you is to talk to a cosmetic dentist who understands the particulars of your situation.
About Our Practice
At Holliston Complete Dentistry, we have had the immense privilege of being able to serve the members of our community for over 30 years, and in that time, we have formed enduring relationships with people from all walks of life. Being able to meet someone, see that they aren’t confident in their smile, then witness the transformation when we’ve finished with our work is endlessly satisfying to us.
If you have any questions about any kind of cosmetic dentistry, we can be reached at our website or by phone at (508) 429-5300.