Why Temporary Veneers Matter: 3 Ways They Are Helpful

Once you start the process toward refreshing your smile with veneers, you may be aware that the entire treatment spans across two appointments. You might be a bit frustrated that you can’t show off a new look after your first visit, but there is a good reason! The temporary veneers you get after your teeth are prepared play an important role. Keep reading to learn why these short-lived shells are helpful for you.

1.)  Temporary Veneers Are Placeholders for Your Permanent Set

During your initial appointment, your dentist will remove a small amount of enamel from your teeth that are getting veneers. Afterward, they take dental impressions, which are sent to a dental lab.

A skilled technician will then craft each shell to your smile and ensure that they are perfect for you. Preparing your teeth will allow the cosmetic work to sit flush and not appear big or feel bulky in the end. After a short week or so, they are ready to be bonded to your teeth for a beautiful grin.

2.)  Temporaries Protect Your Teeth

While your enamel is lightly buffed, it’s important to protect your new smile after this. The outer layer will be a tiny bit thinner, so plaque can more easily erode it and infect the sensitive dentin underneath. Thankfully, temporary veneers help thwart this from happening by preventing harmful bacteria from attacking your teeth, keeping them strong and healthy!

3.)  You Get a Preview of Your New Smile

After your teeth are prepared, they are likely to look a bit strange. This is entirely normal, but if you chose this treatment to perfect your smile, you shouldn’t need to leave your dental office with an incomplete grin. Instead, temporaries help preserve your appearance in the meantime! They will look like your custom veneers, so you can “test drive” them for a bit. It’s also a great chance to find any adjustments that need to be made to get the results you love.

That being said, they may not feel exactly like your final set. Many people say that they feel a bit thicker than their results, but they are still comfortable.

Although you may feel a bit frustrated that you can’t jump into your new smile right away, the temporary veneers help protect your teeth while your permanent set is being crafted. Thankfully, you won’t have them for long beforehand. In no time, you will have a natural-looking grin that looks great.

About the Practice

At Dental Health & Wellness Boston, you benefit from a team of skilled dentists who look after you and your oral health. We understand how a less-than-perfect smile can make you feel self-conscious, so we are proud to offer veneers as a long-lasting solution to get a beautiful set of teeth. By customizing each shell, you can trust that you get results that you feel confident in. If you have flaws in your grin that you want fixed, schedule an appointment or call us at (617) 742-1220.