Everyone is suddenly getting smile makeovers, and it is not difficult to guess why. Cosmetic dentistry has made it easier than ever to remove your insecurities and get the white, bright smile you want. One of the most popular cosmetic treatments is veneers. These are thin porcelain sheets bonded to the front of your teeth. 

Veneers cover your teeth entirely and the imperfections behind them. Additionally, people do not know that dental veneers serve more than just cosmetic purposes. Veneers may be thin in appearance, but they are strong and durable. To know more about the procedure and its benefits, consult with a New Bern dentist today. 

Dental problems you can solve with veneers

• The gaps between your teeth. 

The thin porcelain sheets cover your old teeth entirely. Therefore, you and other people cannot see your natural teeth or the gaps between them. The veneers completely conceal all of the imperfections and damage. 

• Deeply stained teeth. 

Highly pigmented food items and drinks, as well as poor lifestyle habits like smoking and drinking, can cause deeply stained teeth. This can happen even if you brush and floss your teeth every day. Therefore, good lifestyle habits and a good diet are important, along with maintaining good dental care. 

Veneers can help cover your old, stained teeth with brand-new, white porcelain sheets. 

• Chipped or cracked teeth. 

It is easy to chip or crack your teeth in an accident or if you are an active participant in sports activities. Contact sports like football, basketball, and hockey can cause accidental chips and cracks. If you have one or multiple chips or cracks in your teeth, you can cover them up with your veneers. This is a convenient way to turn back time and make the tooth look new again. 

• Uneven teeth. 

Sometimes, some people are born with naturally uneven teeth or teeth which are irregular in shape and size. They do not have a fault in how their teeth and gums look like. However, they can make changes through veneers. Veneers are artificially created in the lab and made to give you a perfect smile. They will cover any odd-shaped, too-thin, or too-narrow teeth. 

• Tooth sensitivity. 

Years of eating and drinking foods and drinks that stain and damage your teeth can ruin your tooth enamel and expose the underlying dentin. When this dentin is exposed to hot or cold items, you experience tooth sensitivity. Getting veneers adds a layer of protection over your teeth and does not let hot or cold items touch your natural teeth. This allows you to drink or eat what you want without worrying about sharp pain.