Dental veneers and implants are the two most advanced solutions used for restoring the beauty of the patient smile, two solutions that are quite different in scope as well as in terms of the materials and the technologies used. Here are some general things to know about veneers and implants:
- what are veneers and what are they used for – veneers are thin pieces of tooth-colored material that are applied onto the outer surface of the tooth in order to restore its attractive appearance and color. Some of the most common situations when veneers are used include accidents that result in tooth that are chipped or cracked or discolored as the result of root canal treatment or due to other reasons;
- what are implants and what they are used for – dental implants Highland Park offers are dental replacement solutions that are installed one artificial tooth at a time. Dental implants consist of a root made from titanium that works exactly the same way as the roots of natural teeth and that are installed directly into the patient’s jawbone, an apartment installed on top of the root and a dental crown made from some type of durable material to provide the visible part of the tooth;
- types in terms of durability – dental implants and veneers come made from a variety of materials, the best option being chosen by the medical specialist and patient together, based on medical features and aspects related to the patient’s budget and aesthetic preferences.
