In the past century, many of the
biggest issues affecting teeth’s shape, colour, and alignment were treated
with: 1) crowns – artificial caps that covered teeth, letting them rot inside
while the outside looked healthy; and 2) braces, which put teeth in a metal net
that some would call unsightly. Both of these technologies are still used in
specific cases today, but another viable and convenient option has emerged for
addressing various aesthetic and alignment dental issues – veneers.
Veneers are
special coverings for teeth made of sturdy materials – dental porcelain (in
most cases) and sometimes composite resins. This may sound a lot like crowns,
but veneers only cover the front of the teeth and merge more than they cover.
