Can I get veneers at 20?

There is no magic age for when a child or teen can start dental veneers. However, most times, veneers are only needed when damaging trauma has been done to the teeth. This can be due to an injury, or even extreme cases when decay or damaged teeth can no longer be repaired from their natural state.

Can your teeth still move with veneers?

Veneers cannot move, as they are bonded onto the natural teeth and become one with the smile. Veneers can break, however, and they must be taken care of. While they can withstand regular chewing and biting forces, they may still break if patients chew on hard foods such as ice cubes.

How straight do your teeth have to be for veneers?

In sum, you do not need a perfectly straight and even bite before veneers are applied. What may cause you problems, though, is if your teeth overlap each other. It is difficult for dentists to apply a veneer to the surface of a tooth if it is partly or wholly obscured by another tooth.

How many veneers do I need for a full mouth?

Under most circumstances, veneers are placed over the top teeth, as these are the ones that show most when you smile. If there is a case of dental trauma to just one tooth, then a single veneer may be all that is needed. Conversely, if you are looking for a full smile makeover, anywhere from 4-8 veneers are common.

Should I get veneers at 21?

So, how old should you be? Fortunately, there are no specific restrictions based on age for those seeking veneers to correct their dental issues. Most dentists recommend waiting until at least 16 years old for women and 18 years old for men.

What happens to veneers as you age?

When your veneers do eventually wear out, they will need to be replaced. In the initial installation, your dentist had to remove enamel from your natural teeth so that the veneer could be attached. The veneer now takes the place of your natural enamel.

Do veneers stay straight?

Porcelain veneers hide orthodontic problems but do not change the position of teeth. While they do make your teeth and smile look straight, the teeth underneath them are still crooked.

Do people with veneers wear retainers?

Dental veneers won’t prevent your teeth from shifting out of place, so you will need to wear the retainers as prescribed by your dentist or orthodontist.

Can I get veneers instead of braces?

If your teeth are only slightly crooked, and if there are no problems with your bite, it’s very possible that you can get porcelain veneers. These little covers will reshape your teeth and make them look like they’re perfectly straight — no braces required!

Are veneers worth it?

Since veneers can last for 10 years or more, they’re a long-term investment in your ability to feel good about your smile. Many people find that value to be worth the cost and hassle of getting them done.