A Brief History of Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain Veneers are the most popular type of Cosmetic Dentistry in Essex. Porcelain Veneers are thin porcelain coverings that are bonded on top of your existing teeth. They require minimal preparation and instantly enhance your smile! Porcelain Veneers are used to close gaps, fix damaged and chipped teeth, and improve the shape and colour of your teeth.

The very first Dental Veneers were developed in 1700’s. A dentist called Charles Pincus had developed a tooth shaped appliance that could be glued over your natural tooth to cover unwanted stains and alter the shape giving you the perfect smile, although these appliance’s were at the time only a temporary solution. But these Dental Veneers paved the way for many dental restorations today including dental bridges and dental crowns.

It wasn’t until the 1980’s that Dental veneers became more popular. Dentists discovered a way of permanently bonding the porcelain to the tooth making them last longer. Since then Porcelain Veneers have gone from strength to strength. They are now much more natural looking and stronger and are constantly being improved! If cared for properly and you see your Cosmetic Dentist and Hygienist regularly your Porcelain Veneers can last between 15-20 years if not more.

Of course the cost of Dental Veneers has risen throughout the years too. This is because of the materials now used to make these Dental Veneers, the Lab Technician crafting each one individually and the expertise of the Cosmetic Dentist preparing and fitting them.

At Perfect Smile Spa in Essex we only use the best Laboratory using the best porcelain and our Cosmetic Dentist works closely with them ensuring your Porcelain Veneers are exactly how you envisage them to be.

To find out more about Porcelain Veneers and cosmetic dentistry in Essex please telephone the practice and speak to one of our friendly team.

Perfect Smile Spa is a leading cosmetic dentistry clinic situated in Essex near London and can be contacted on 01708 442 114 or care@perfectsmilepsa.co.uk