Modern Americans are obsessed with their teeth and yet being born with a perfect smile is little more than a pipe dream. Even if you win the genetic lottery, life can easily change the final payout. Basic activities such as sports, vices or bad oral health habits, and eating the wrong foods can result in crooked or misaligned teeth. It’s no wonder one-third of Americans admit to not liking their smile. Of course, unattractive teeth can affect far more than personal confidence. Crooked teeth allow more hiding spots for decay-causing bacteria, much of which results in serious conditions such as gum disease and edentulism. Porcelain veneers are one of the most popular solutions for achieving a dream smile. But what are some reasons to consider porcelain veneers to correct crooked teeth?

Porcelain Veneers Are Permanent and Durable

Porcelain veneers are thin porcelain or resin shells that fit directly over existing teeth. But in order to affix correctly, a little enamel usually needs to be removed from the affected teeth. Therefore, the veneer treatment is irreversible once the procedure reaches that point. However, once positioned and secured the shells withstand most life demands. And with proper care and maintenance, they can last a decade or two without the need for repair or replacement.

Porcelain Veneers Provide Instant Gratification

Most people associate crooked teeth with the need for traditional braces and they work wonders for straightening teeth. However, they’re not the only option. And in many cases, they’re not even the optimal solution. Even when Invisalign is selected as a transparent solution, the treatment can still take a year or longer to complete. Porcelain veneers, on the other hand, offer almost instant gratification. In most cases, the procedure takes two visits and you can walk out of your Red Bank New Jersey Dentist’s office at the end of the final appointment wearing the smile of your dreams.

 Porcelain Veneers Are Comfortable

Porcelain veneer shells are thick enough to cover or conceal unattractive aesthetic issues, but they’re each about the thickness of a contact lens. Therefore, there is often a learning curve to wearing them and getting used to the new smile. However, once the mouth adjusts porcelain veneers are as functional as your natural teeth and usually quite comfortable. Just be sure to give yourself the time necessary to adjust to the new treatment and follow your Red Bank New Jersey Dentist’s recommendations to expedite the process.

Porcelain Veneers Are Stain-Resistant

 A dull, yellow, or faded smile can cause premature aging and intense confidence issues. Porcelain veneers cannot be whitened after completion, so natural teeth are often whitened prior to treatment to avoid the deep stains from reflecting through the new shells. The materials used in porcelain veneers resist stains, but tannins from tea or coffee, vices such as smoking, and poor eating habits can still cause stains or darkening to occur around the veneer edges. Proper oral hygiene habits and regular visits and check-ups with your Red Bank New Jersey Dentist can help ensure your new smile is luminous for years to come. Give us a call when you’re ready to discuss correcting your crooked teeth with porcelain veneers.