Covering Interproximal Cavities With Veneers is Possible?

Can front tooth cavities be covered directly with veneers? Why is it even with regular brushing that cavities still develop between gaps in teeth? These types of cavities are known as interproximal cavities. A lot of patients ask if it’s possible to cover a interproximal cavity with a veneer?

What is a interproximal cavity?

Using a veneer to cover an interproximal cavity is not an option, veneers are used as a form of cosmetic tooth restoration and will not treat a cavity.  

To treat a cavity the decayed area has to be removed if not the cavity will get worse and possibly develop into pulpitis, periapical periodontitis and if left untreated if can result in the loss of the tooth. If a veneer were to be used to directly cover the cavity this means the cavity has not been treated and is just covered up so it’s not option.

For rather small interproximal cavities composite resin can be used to fill the area. However, for more severe cavities there may be the need to root canal treatment and a filling will not be able to sort out the cavity.

For interproximal cavities are located in rather difficult to treat areas and involves removing the decay from between the teeth with affecting the neighboring tooth so it’s much more complex. Therefore, for interproximal cavities choosing a professional dental clinic and dentist to carry out the treatment.

Interproximal cavities cannot be treated with veneers! Interproximal cavities can only be treated with fillings and if left untreated it will only get worse!

Start the New Year With a Whiter Smile

If your teeth are looking a little dull, why not consider getting a professional teeth whitening treatment? Giving your smile a little star treatment is the perfect way to get 2020 started! With new year just around the corner and you’re worried that you don’t have time to brighten your smile just in time for celebrations, check out the teeth whitening options that we offer here at Shenzhen AKJ Dental Clinic!

For extrinsic stains which are those only on the surface of the teeth which are a results of smoking, drinking, tea and consuming dark colored foods then a scale and polish will need to be done first and after the dentist will be able to see whether whitening treatment is required. For some patients who only want to remove surface stains then whitening treatment is not required but for patients who want to enhance the whiteness of their teeth then whitening treatment is required.  

For a whiter smile there is quite a few options. Depending on the situation of the teeth the following treatments can be considered:

1. Cold-light Whitening: 30 – 60 Minutes

Cold-light whitening is suitable for teeth that are slightly discolored and for teeth that are not damaged. This method uses whitening agent which is activated by light and is the quickest option for clients that are strapped for time.

2. Veneers: 7 – 14 Days

Veneers are thin shells of material fitted to the surface of your natural teeth and requires at least 2 appointments to make molds for the veneers to be made. The whole process usually takes 1 to 2 weeks. Veneers are suitable for clients who have damaged teeth which are discolored and not to severe.

3. Dental Crowns: 7 – 14 Days

Dental crowns are similar to veneers which cover your natural teeth, a dental crown covers your entire natural tooth so your natural tooth will have enamel removed for the dental crown to fit. This method can be completed in the same amount of time like veneers and is suitable for clients who have severely damaged teeth and discolored teeth.