Dental Veneers Balham

• Uneven Teeth: Grinding and wear and tear can cause uneven teeth, which can lead to bite problems and malocclusions and affect the appearance of your smile.
• Discolouration: The answer might be severe tooth discolouration, mainly due to trauma that can’t be corrected with standard treatments or whitening veneers.
• Genetics: Some people are born with irregular spacing between their teeth, which can get worse with age. Veneers used with orthodontics can get you straighter, more natural-looking teeth.
• Wear and Tear: As we age, our teeth naturally deteriorate, and the risk of chips, cracks, and uneven appearance increases. Veneers can give you a youthful, natural look. White fillings, as well as teeth whitening treatments, are also available as part of the service to repair broken teeth or replace them.
• Worn Enamel: Carbonated drinks, tea, coffee, smoking, certain medications, and genetic predispositions can wear down enamel over time. Veneers are a great option to enhance your smile.

If you have any concerns, please book an appointment at our Balham dental practice. Our dentists will discuss cosmetic dentistry with you and create a personal treatment plan.

A veneer is a thin shell of porcelain or composite used in facial aesthetic treatments to improve the appearance or repair a damaged tooth. It matches the colour of your natural teeth. To apply a veneer, your original tooth must be grounded and shaped. The veneer is then bonded to your existing tooth using a special glue for a seamless and aesthetic result.

Our dentist will create an impression of your teeth using our state-of-the-art digital scanning technology. This digital impression is used to craft a model of your mouth and the required veneers. We then send this image to our dental laboratory, where the veneers are carefully and precisely crafted.

A local anaesthetic will be administered to ensure you feel no discomfort while preparing your tooth or veneer. Our dentists provide exceptional dental care, and we understand that not everyone is comfortable with injections. Our team is available to discuss and reassure you throughout the treatment.

For an excellent fit, we will prepare your natural tooth by slightly reshaping it using a small rotational cutting device called a bur. Burs come in various sizes and shapes, allowing us to sculpt the tooth precisely and minimally before installing the veneer.

After we remove the enamel during the shaping process, your teeth might be slightly more sensitive to temperature extremes. This sensitivity can also occur if you have temporary veneers until the permanent veneers are bonded in. But most people don’t experience long-term sensitivity to veneers.

With our minimalist approach, your teeth are generally safe.

We remove the minimum amount of tooth structure. This gives enough room for the veneer and ensures the porcelain is strong enough to protect the area from future damage.

If properly cared for, porcelain veneers can last over 15 years, while composite veneers last between 5 and 10 years. Like your overall health, visiting our Balham dental practice for regular checkups is important. Regular professional teeth cleaning and good oral hygiene will keep your mouth healthy and help your veneers last as long as possible.

Veneers can’t be whitened. They are designed to match your natural teeth, so we recommend a teeth whitening treatment before having them. One benefit of veneers is that they are custom-made to match your natural tooth colour, so they blend in seamlessly.

Although rare, veneers can come loose and fall off. If this happens, if possible, keep the veneer and bring it to us. We can re-cement it back onto your tooth to restore your smile.

A veneer is a thin ceramic layer bonded to the front tooth surface, primarily for cosmetic purposes. Veneers can be applied to one or multiple teeth, resulting in a bright, perfectly aligned, attractive smile.

A crown covers the entire visible surface of a tooth, offering strength and stability. Crowns are often used to repair severely worn or damaged teeth, commonly due to teeth grinding, an incorrect bite, ageing, fillings, or tooth decay.

To protect your veneers, don’t bite or chew on hard objects like nut shells or bones, and don’t use your teeth to open or tear things. Our dentist may also recommend avoiding certain foods that could damage your veneers.

Veneers can be customised with texture and translucency to achieve the desired look. Our dentists will work with you to determine the exact appearance you want. Whether you prefer a high gloss or a more natural finish, veneers can be tailored to your preferences. You can observe and collaborate with our dentist throughout your veneers treatment to design your perfect smile and help keep a youthful appearance.

Yes, you can get veneers if you have dermal fillers. There’s no contraindication, but always let your dentist know if you have had any cosmetic treatments at your initial consultation. They can factor it into your treatment plan and get the best results.