I’ve been searching online for veneers on and off for the past few weeks. I don’t expect online veneers to look as good or last as long as porcelain veneers, but are they a total waste of money? – Thanks. Annalise from Sacramento
Annalise,
Although online veneers cannot match porcelain veneers’ comfort, beauty, and durability, some consumers enjoy them for special occasions. You may find them helpful depending on how often you want to wear online veneers.
What Are Online Veneers?
Online veneers are acrylic removable veneers. A single appliance fits over your teeth to improve their appearance temporarily. An online veneer company may send you an impression kit to make a mold of your teeth. After you return the mold, the company will use the mold to create a custom appliance.
What Is an Advantage of Online Veneers?
One advantage of online snap-on veneers is that they are removable. If you dislike how they look or feel, snap them out and revert to your natural smile. However, online veneers will give you an acceptable smile, not a beautiful one.
Quality Concerns with Remote Dental Services
Without direct dentist supervision, quality suffers. Companies offering remote dental services get customer complaints. Online companies often prioritize profit over customers’ oral health and satisfaction.
Check customers’ online reviews that are not on the sellers’ websites. Take note of the negative reviews and reasons for consumer dissatisfaction.
Alternatives to Online Veneers
One alternative to online veneers is the Snap-On Smile, which requires a local dentist’s supervision. The dentist would take impressions of your teeth for a custom snap-on smile. However, any appliance that fits over your teeth makes them look bulky. A Snap-On Smile is a temporary smile makeover for occasional use or special events. It doesn’t look natural close-up.
Whether you choose online veneers or a Snap-On Smile, it is not intended for everyday wear. The appliance will quickly wear out, especially if you do not remove it to eat and drink. The more you wear the appliance, the more frequently you need to replace it.
We encourage you to consider what you want to improve about your smile. You may be surprised to learn how teeth whitening or dental bonding can help you get natural-looking improvement that lasts.
The Monroe, Louisiana, dentists at Bayou Dental Group sponsor this post. Please read how Dr. Finley and his team strive to offer some of the best dental care in Monroe.
