If you want a straighter smile, you may think you’ll have to get braces or clear aligners. Most folks see these treatments as the only way to deal with a crooked grin. However, the truth is that there’s another option – you could let dental veneers give you straight teeth! These ceramic shells would make your smile look nice and aligned in just two appointments. Your Lincoln cosmetic dentist will gladly explain if you want to learn more.
You May Not “Need” Braces or Aligners
To be honest, you may not need braces or aligners for your crooked teeth. It’ll all depend on the severity of your misalignments.
You see, “normal” orthodontics is meant for severely crooked teeth. These kinds put your well-being at risk and make cavities and gum disease more likely. Still, there’s a chance that your smile is only slightly misaligned. Your risk of oral problems won’t be high if that’s the case, so deciding against braces or aligners wouldn’t be a bad move.
Veneers Can Fix “Minor” Misalignments
If your grin only has “minor” misalignments, veneers may be your best bet. They’d give you a straight smile faster than braces or aligners.
Remember, veneers are thin shells placed over your teeth. That means they can treat more than your average smile flaw; they’re just as able to hide a crooked tooth or two. Once the shells are set, they’d basically reshape your teeth and make them look perfectly straight. No one would see the misaligned areas – they’d be covered up and hidden from view.
The Other Perks of Veneers
Of course, “instant orthodontics” isn’t the only benefit veneers have. The other perks of these special shells include:
- A Gorgeous Grin – Since they use high-quality porcelain, veneers match your other teeth in color and size. They “blend in” so seamlessly that friends or family won’t even notice them.
- Versatility – By covering the whole fronts of teeth, veneers can also fix smile flaws like chips, cracks, stains, and more.
- Stain-Resistant Care – Thanks to their dental-grade porcelain, veneers are highly stain-resistant and don’t discolor much from meals.
- Long-Lasting Results – The average veneer can last 15 years, and a well-maintained one can work for 30 years or more.
If the situation fits, let veneers give you straight teeth. All you need to do is talk to your dentist about setting up a treatment.
About the Practice
Olberding Dental is based in Lincoln, NE. Led by Drs. Olberding and Houwman, our practice takes pride in giving each patient the best possible smile care. That means we offer many preventive, cosmetic, and restorative services, all using top-tier materials from a great dental team. You can even trust us to “straighten out” your grin with porcelain veneers! For more details or to book a visit, please reach us on our website and by phone at (402)-488-2325.