Veneers are a great way to hide flaws and achieve an ideal smile. In fact, they’ve been viewed as an ideal beauty standard for the rich and famous since the invention of the first veneers. They were created for a movie star in 1928 and then gained popularity at a time when only the elites could afford to have their teeth perfected.
Thanks to advances in materials and technology, veneers are now available to people from all walks of life. This includes popular influencers on social media sites like Instagram and TikTok, where looking and feeling your best are immediately rewarded with gains in followers and finances. Because of this, more creators online are doing whatever it takes to boost their views. Keep reading to learn more about one popular social media trend and why it might be more harmful than helpful!
What Is The Veneers Check Trend?
The desire to come across as “perfect” can sometimes lead internet influencers to make decisions that might not be in their best interest. Take, for example, the “veneers check” trend on TikTok. It’s become popular for creators to show off before-and-after footage of getting veneers placed. Many have reported that having their teeth fixed boosted their confidence, which increased their popularity among followers.
What Is The Problem With This Trend?
A number of influencers who participated in the challenge had dental crowns placed instead of veneers. This is problematic because of the preparation involved in placing crowns. Veneers are intended to be a largely cosmetic fix and so aren’t very invasive. For the porcelain shells to sit properly, your dentist only needs to remove a minimal amount of enamel from your tooth.
Dental crowns, meanwhile, are meant to completely encase teeth that have been cracked or broken enough to require additional protection. While they are customized and therefore could be used cosmetically, the purpose of a crown is to restore and protect an already vulnerable tooth. If everything is fully intact, placing a crown would require a dentist to shear away a larger portion of enamel than veneers. That means a number of youths were having strong teeth whittled down for restorations they didn’t really need!
What Can We Learn from the Veneers Check TikTok Challenge?
While it’s tempting to want to make changes solely to improve appearance, it can be risky for young adults to elect to have permanent changes to their teeth without cause. One London-based dentist even shared that getting crowns at such a young age can harm a creator’s health in the long run. They might end up needing full dentures by the age of 40!
If you’re longing to address flaws in your teeth, call your dentist first. They can discuss safe options and may even offer payment plans. You might find that if you cannot afford veneers, for example, you don’t need to opt for crowns. A professional teeth whitening treatment can also remove years’ worth of stains. Make an appointment today and you’ll be on your way to a beautiful smile you can brag about!
About the Practice
Longmont Complete Dentistry is a family-owned and operated practice featuring a father-son dentistry duo. Drs. James Maurer and Dan Maurer want every patient to feel heard and strive to provide the high-quality treatment you deserve. If you want to enhance your smile, you are welcome to request an appointment on the website or call (303) 772-7000.