Porcelain veneers are an excellent cosmetic dentistry option for smile restoration. So naturally, when a person has this procedure performed, they should be happy to show off their smile instead of feeling ashamed. Unfortunately, there are plenty of people with veneers who would rather not show off their new teeth. Learn about some of the mistakes that can lead to a less-than-attractive smile so that you can avoid them.

Mistake #1: Strong Differences

Although you want your smile to be attractive, you do not want it to stand out like an eyesore. A common issue that some people experience when they do not let a professional help them with their veneers is a strong smile. Take a young woman with a petite frame, for example. Bulky, squared teeth will look hard, and most importantly unnatural. This style of veneers would likely be more appropriate for an older man with a large frame. 

In this scenario, teeth that are smaller based on her frame and less square would be more complimentary for the young woman. Regardless of gender, age, and frame, the size of your smile also matters. For someone with a small smile or lips, veneers that are too large can look overwhelming. Your cosmetic dentist will create veneers that match the current shape and size of your other teeth. 

Mistake #2: Protruding Contact Areas

On the side of the tooth, the area where your teeth meet is known as the contact area. With natural teeth, there is a subtle thinning in this area, which allows the contact area on one tooth to rest smoothly against the contact area on the next tooth. Sometimes, if someone other than a cosmetic dentist performs the installation, the veneers are not sized correctly. As a result of the poor sizing, the sides of the veneers do not follow this gradually thinning design. Instead, the tooth ends up being overly thick on the side, which causes the tooth to protrude too far over the contact area. Although this is a flaw the average person might miss, it is a flaw, nonetheless.

Rely on Skilled Expertise

These and many other problems can be avoided by only relying on a cosmetic dental professional to perform your installation. Not only will these professionals keep your oral health and safety at the forefront, but they also understand how to create a smile that is natural based on the size of your natural teeth, your gums, and other oral factors. Always visit a cosmetic dentist for your porcelain veneers to avoid these pitfalls and to achieve the smile you want. Learn about your options by contacting a professional dental center.