We would like to mention that some of the cosmetic changes you might choose to make with your teeth could have very long-term consequences. Please realize that no dental work will last forever. This is especially true when cosmetics are a primary consideration. While a disadvantage of any teeth whitening method is that its effects will fade with time, a benefit of whitening in general is that as a process it makes no structural changes to a tooth.
At some point in the future you can decide to or decide not to undergo the teeth whitening process again. Either choice is entirely optional.
To the contrary, having porcelain veneers or dental crowns placed means that there will always need to be a porcelain veneer or dental crown on the tooth. So, if a crown or veneer comes off, breaks, or just deteriorates from a standpoint of its appearance, another crown or veneer will need to be made. (You will have to ask your dentist for details regarding your specific situation but in general this applies to dental bonding as well.)
Don't just be sold a bill of goods. Ask your dentist about the cosmetic changes they can offer, but also ask about their expectations for the longevity of the treatment. Ask what solutions will be available to you at that point in time when the original cosmetic appearance of the dental work has deteriorated.
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