Yes, veneers are a permanent procedure because it takes away a thin layer of enamel from your tooth that never does return. That has nothing to do with veneers themselves lasting eternally. It means your tooth is changed forever in order to fit them.
Why Veneers are Considered Permanent Procedure?
Enamel Remover: So that there’s enough room for the veneer so that it’s even and appears natural, your enamel is removed very thinly.
Irreversible process: The enamel cannot be replaced. Similar to the skin, once removed, it’s gone for good. That is why the process is irreversible.
Always Requires a Cover: Since that protecting layer of enamel is so much thinner now, the tooth will always require some form of restoration to cover it. You can’t simply remove the veneers after ten years and begin again with your own teeth.
How Long Do the Veneers Last?
This is where individuals get confused. The procedure is not reversible, yet the veneers are a long-term investment, not a lifetime pass.
They’re Long-Lasting, Not Invincible: A luxury car is a good analogy – built to last years, but they won’t take themselves out for a drive forever without a maintenance check. They are built to last, but not immortal in that they will never experience any changes or wear.Your own way of life is a big part of it. Good oral hygiene, the use of a nightguard if you have a grinding habit (so ubiquitous a curse among stressed-out Londoners!) and regular visits to your dentist will have you optimizing the length of time your new smile lasts.
Factors that determine Veneers lifespan
- Your own way of life is a big part of it. Good oral hygiene.
- The use of a nightguard if you have a grinding habit.
- Regular visits to your dentist.