When it comes to choosing the right restorative method to give you that glorious smile you once had, there are many treatments to choose from.
Depending on which aspects of your smile you are aiming to bolster, you and your dentist may be more inclined to lean in a certain direction. For example, if you want to straighten a minor misalignment at the front of your mouth, it may be recommended that you undertake a cosmetic brace like Invisalign.
But in other instances, the decision is not so clear cut; many cosmetic dental options can offer similar advantages depending on a patient’s presentation, so you may be stuck between choosing from 2 very similar treatments.
In this article, 2 cosmetic options will be compared and contrasted; professional dental whitening and porcelain veneers in Wagga.
How are they similar?
If you want a whiter smile, it is likely you will approach your dentist to discuss how to make this happen. Depending on the type of staining you have, your dental team may be more inclined to use either an at-home whitening kit or may suggest cleaning your teeth in the surgery, sometimes they will combine both!
However, with the invention of porcelain veneers near Wagga Wagga, there is now an alternative to using traditional bleaching methods. Allowing patients to experience the same benefits that they would from traditional whitening, without the bleach, veneers may be more suited to patients who suffer from issues with sensitive teeth.
So, which one is more suitable for you?
Time
In simple terms, porcelain veneers will take longer to make; so you may be waiting up to 10 weeks for them to come back from the dental technicians.
Whitening, however, takes a maximum of 14 days with most dental methods, allowing you a whiter smile in a shorter period.
Quality of results
Interestingly, the porcelain which is used to make the cosmetic coverings is less porous than enamel. Ergo, in the long-term, they will be less susceptible to staining and will provide you with a longer-lasting, whiter smile.
While traditional dental whitening with oxidising gels will provide long term results, if you consume a highly acidic diet, you may notice that the staining reoccurs.
Sensitivity
When it comes to sensitive teeth, it can be less than appealing to have a dental professional use bleaching products. While your dentist will take every care to ensure that your gums are protected, if you have sensitivity but want a whiter smile, you may want to choose porcelain coverings.
Price
While the price you pay for whitening your smile will depend on the method used, in general whitening via a dentist and an at-home kit is often more cost-effective. However, should you wish to also conceal a crack, chip or minor gap in your teeth along with whitening your smile, you may be more suited to having porcelain coverings fitted.
If you need any more guidance regarding treatment suitability and sustaining a brighter smile, talk to your dentist.
DISCLAIMER
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.