Veneers Treatment in Addis Ababa

Price of dental veneers

The price of dental veneers depends on several elements:

• The needs and requirements of the patient;
• The number of veneers to be applied;
• The technique used, etc.

This is why a clear and adapted estimate will be provided to you beforehand at our dental clinic in Addis Ababa.

Overview of the veneer treatment procedure

Porcelain veneers

The procelain veneer treatment is performed in two phases :

First Phase

• Your teeth are prepared to support the treatment;
• After that, the dental professional will take images and scans of your teeth for the fabrication of your veneers in the laboratory;
• Then, the dentist will remove a thin layer of enamel (sometimes done under local anesthesia) to make space for the veneers to fit perfectly with you dentition;
• He/she will proceeed after that to the installation of temporary veneers. These require special attention, as they are fragile (changes in eating and drinking habits can happen).

Second Phase

• When you permanent venners are ready, th dentist will schedule you another appointment for the removal of the temporary veneers;
• He/she will proceed to the preparation your the teeth and;
• Install the permanent veneers with composite resin cement over your natural teeth;
• The dentist will make final adjustment of occlusions and polish the veneers to give them a natural look.

Composite resin veneers

Here is an image of an ongoing treatment of composite veneer. The blue part is the composite resin product. When it becomes dry, the composite veneer color changes to white like a tooth.

The process:

• Step 1: Preparation of the teeth;
• Step 2 : On-site fabrication of composite resin veneers by the dentist directly on your teeth
• Step 3 : Bite adjustment and veneer polishing.

Drawbacks of veneers

In general

• Veneers remain an expensive treatment because several teeth are often involved;
• Dental problems, such as cavities, can occur if the veneers are not properly maintained or if they come off the teeth;
• Tooth whitening may be necessary before considering treatment with veneers, as the color of the veneers is chosen according to the natural color of the adjacent teeth;
• Aesthetic results depend greatly on the artistic skills of the dentist or prosthodontist who makes the veneers and on the complexity of the case to be treated.
• If the veneer breaks or comes off, the treatment will have to be redone;
• Veneers are not covered by all dental insurances since their function is mainly aesthetic.

Porcelain veneers

• Porcelain veneers require more time to make than composite veneers;
• Porcelain veneers are more expensive because of the need for laboratory work, among other things;
• The porcelain veneer treatment is irreversible because part of the enamel must be grinded to place the veneers on the teeth;
• When porcelain veneers break, they can hardly be repaired.

Composite resin veneers vs porcelain veneers

• Composite veneers do not last as long as porcelain veneers;
• Composite veneers are more prone than porcelain veneers to staining, loss of luster and color change;
• Composite veneers are more fragile than porcelain veneers and may need to be replaced or altered.

How to maintain your dental veneers?

Veneers require the same type of care as natural teeth (brushing at least twice a day and flossing daily);

It is recommended to floss where the veneers have been placed;

You should be careful not to bite into hard objects to avoid breaking the veneers;

You should avoid biting his or her nails, the skin around the nails or using the teeth as tools (for example, to open bags);

If you have a habit of grinding or clenching your teeth, you should wear a protective appliance such as an occlusal plate or a rigid protective shell;

To ensure optimal results, it is essential to visit your dentist in Addis Ababa every six months for a cleaning and a routine examination.