{"id":791,"date":"2023-11-14T16:37:22","date_gmt":"2023-11-14T16:37:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.njsmile.com\/blog\/?p=791"},"modified":"2023-12-29T16:43:00","modified_gmt":"2023-12-29T16:43:00","slug":"dental-dawdling-why-you-shouldnt-delay-getting-veneers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.njsmile.com\/blog\/dental-dawdling-why-you-shouldnt-delay-getting-veneers\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental Dawdling: Why You Shouldn\u2019t Delay Getting Veneers"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.njsmile.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/AdobeStock_280639371-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Woman with brown hair in dental chair smiling and gesturing to a shade guide being held near her face\" class=\"wp-image-792\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.njsmile.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/AdobeStock_280639371-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.njsmile.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/AdobeStock_280639371-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.njsmile.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/AdobeStock_280639371-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.njsmile.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/AdobeStock_280639371-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.njsmile.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/AdobeStock_280639371-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re frustrated by flawed teeth, you\u2019re not alone! Millions of people have turned to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.njsmile.com\/veneers.html\">porcelain veneers<\/a> to resolve issues in their smiles. Despite this, many patients debate having them placed because there\u2019s some prep work involved. For these thin, ceramic shells to line up with your gums, your dentist must first remove a small amount of your tooth\u2019s enamel. Because it does not regrow, it\u2019s a permanent change that many patients hesitate to commit to. Those who take the plunge, however, know that it\u2019s worth it to enjoy the many benefits of having veneers. Keep reading to learn about 3 of them!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefit #1: Minimal Prep Work<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Though many patients are concerned about having enamel removed for veneers to fit properly, the truth is that the change is minimal. Though they may have been bulkier in the past, these durable porcelain shields are now no thicker than contact lenses. Though your dentist will have to remove some enamel for them to align correctly, they don\u2019t have to remove too much. Other solutions like dental crowns, for example, require much more of your natural tooth to be whittled away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefit #2: Versatility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Veneers can mask a multitude of imperfections. Whether you have teeth that are slightly crooked or have unsightly gaps, sharp-edged chips, or thin hairline fractures, veneers can conceal the defects and provide a perfectly uniform grin. On top of that, they can be customized to match, or even lighten, your grin. You won\u2019t need whitening treatments that can result in tooth sensitivity because you\u2019ll be hiding the discoloration. You don\u2019t have to worry whether your teeth have external stains from years worth of consuming dark foods and beverages or if your prescription medication resulted in splotching because you\u2019ll be covered either way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefit #3: Save on Future Expenses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have damaged teeth, the truth is that if you leave them alone, they\u2019re likely to be injured again further down the road. The structure of your cracked or chipped tooth is compromised making it easier for unhealthy bacteria to penetrate it. That means you\u2019re more likely to develop tooth decay, not to mention there\u2019s an increased risk of it breaking the next time you bite into something hard. Fortunately, veneers are coated with a glaze strong enough that they protect your vulnerable teeth from sustaining additional harm. You won\u2019t have to spend money on complex, expensive repairs anytime soon like you might with other solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With so many truly incredible advantages to having veneers, there\u2019s no reason to delay. Call your dentist today for a consultation and you\u2019ll have started your journey to a newly perfect smile that you can be proud of!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. David S. Rosenfeld graduated from the Columbia University School of Dental and Oral Surgery in New York City. After that, he completed a post-doctorate general practice residency at The Jamaica Hospital and Medical Center in Queens, New York. He has advanced training in cosmetic dentistry, making him an expert at placing porcelain veneers. His dedicated staff is happy to assist you in scheduling an appointment. You\u2019re welcome to contact the office on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.njsmile.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or by calling (908) 668-7838.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re frustrated by flawed teeth, you\u2019re not alone! Millions of people have turned to porcelain veneers to resolve issues in their smiles. Despite this, many patients debate having them placed because there\u2019s some prep work involved. For these thin, ceramic shells to line up with your gums, your dentist must first remove a small [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v22.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Dental Dawdling: Why You Shouldn\u2019t Delay Getting Veneers | Dr. David S. 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