Dental veneers are a popular solution for teeth restoration. As increasing numbers of people choose dental veneers, questions such as “Why are braces done before dental veneers?” arise. Before considering veneers, it is essential to understand the thought process behind the order of restoration.
📌 About Dental Veneers
Veneers are a shell made from composite or porcelain. They are affixed directly to the front of the tooth. The shell is thin and covers your natural teeth. Veneers do not change the position of your teeth; they are strictly aesthetic. Once veneers are applied to your teeth, it is imperative to continue good oral hygiene by brushing and flossing regularly. You will need to avoid harder foods and biting on hard objects that will damage the dental veneers. You will need to see a dental professional as they recommend, to maintain the veneers.
Dental Veneers are not for everyone; they are generally used to address gaps between teeth, whitening-resistant teeth, discolored teeth, chipped or worn teeth, uneven or marginally crooked teeth, or slightly cracked teeth. Veneers should only be applied to teeth that are aligned and healthy for the best possible outcome.
Unfortunately, veneers offer a surface so slick that applying braces is extremely difficult. Despite needing a special glue, the tension from braces can cause veneers to crack, chip, or become damaged.
Well-aligned teeth ensure that veneer placement complements your teeth and yields the best aesthetic smile. Your veneers will be more durable, look better, and last approximately ten to fifteen years before needing replacement. You wouldn’t build a house first and then build the foundation, so why get veneers and ruin them with braces?
🦷 Understanding Braces Before Dental Veneers
Braces are a functional orthodontic solution that straightens misaligned teeth, pulling teeth into alignment if they shift, and improving your bite. Essentially, braces are the first step in orthodontic restoration. Once the braces are removed, your teethare veneer-ready.
Braces help preserve the natural structure of your teeth, providing a better chewing surface, and the veneered teeth are much easier to maintain and sustain your oral health.
❌ Are Veneers and Braces Interchangeable?
No! Veneers and braces have separate functions. Having braces first resolves dental issues that affect how you chew and how the jawbone will grow. They also slowly pull teeth in place to correct crowding and bite problems.
Dental professionals can make teeth appear straighter and less crowded by shaving part of the tooth, including the enamel, before applying veneers to achieve a prettier smile. When deciding between braces and veneers, going with braces first is a less painful decision. Why would you want to remove parts of your teeth and enamel when you can keep both and have the same outcome with braces?
🦷 The Advantages of Braces Before Veneers
Braces are an orthodontic tooth preparation. Placing veneers on crooked teeth requires the orthodontist to remove a portion of the tooth and its enamel to make the tooth appear straight before applying the veneer. Any dental work you need done, including fillings, will be completed before you receive your braces. You will have structurally sound teeth that are in excellent shape once the braces are removed.
Often, teeth crowd together, and braces help straighten them. There will be no need to reshape your teeth to apply veneers, as your teeth will already be straight with even spacing. This makes veneer application easier for both you and the dental professional.
Our dentists at the Shtern Dental Clinic never apply veneers to teeth that need bracing. We believe all dental work should be done properly, ensuring the ultimate smile!
🌟 Perfect Alignment… Stunning Smile
Why put veneers on misaligned teeth? The result would be pretty veneers on crooked teeth! Not only would the veneers look unnatural, but your chewing would not be optimal. In fact, there would be a good chance the veneers would have to be removed to fix the crooked teeth. Braces fix your overbite or underbite. Without a balanced bite, your veneers will eventually be damaged and will be much harder to brush and floss effectively.
Jaw pain and TMJ are orthodontic issues that often require orthodontic treatment, such as bracing, to resolve these issues. When deciding between braces and veneers, always opt for braces first.
⏳ Veneer Longevity
Achieving an aesthetically pleasing smile and maintaining good oral health are the primary goals of veneers. Applying veneers on healthy teeth with a great foundation achieves these goals. This helps you to maintain a thorough oral cleaning routine, ensuring your veneers last as long as possible. Your veneers will remain damage-free, and your smile will reflect this.
📅 Consulting with Dental Professionals
Before deciding on braces vs. dental veneers, consult a dental professional. Together, you can create a dental plan that corrects the structure of your teeth before the veneers are applied. After an exam to check for crowding and spacing of the teeth, the health of your enamel is assessed, any oral health issues are addressed, and your jaw’s alignment and bite are checked.
After an exam to check for crowding and spacing of the teeth, the health of your enamel is assessed, any oral health issues are addressed, and your jaw’s alignment and bite are checked. X-rays will then be taken to ensure there are no problems below the gumline. They will also help choose the best options for the health of your teeth and their structure. Be prepared to share your vision of a healthy mouth that is aesthetically pleasing and functional.
While many dental professionals may apply braces or clear aligners to dental veneers, the best way to have the perfect teeth you want is to get the braces first, then have the veneers applied.
While this may take some time, the results of braces before dental veneers speak for themselves. Having naturally stunning and structurally sound teeth is definitely the way to go!
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