Saudi Journal of Oral and Dental Research (SJODR)
Volume-5 | Issue-09 | 492-497
Original Research Article
Elucidating Saudi Societal Awareness about the Veneer
Hussain Alsayed, Ahmad Rajab Alnajres, Abdulilah Habib Solimanie, Khalid Sami Almuammar, Homood Mohammed Alsayegh, Fatima Sultana
Published : Sept. 30, 2020
Abstract
Veneer is broadly used in the aesthetic dentistry to create a beautiful smile by covering the surface of the teeth. Veneer can be customized and is made of ceramic or composite. Veneer is not a good choice for people with unhealthy teeth. The main aim of this study is to elucidate the societal awareness about Veneer in Saudi Arabia. A total of 817 people residing in Saudi Arabia participated in this study. The Elucidation of Societal Awareness about Veneer among the adult Saudi Population was done using a questionnaire. This questionnaire included 20 questions related to both demographic data and awareness about Veneer. The Saudi population depend on the social media and the information that is available online for all the information related to veneer. A moderate percentage (53.1%) of the participants have knowledge about Veneer, its advantages and disadvantages over other aesthetic dentistry, its care and ways to enhance its lifetime.