Porcelain veneers are a cosmetic dentistry technology that improves patients’ smiles. Our porcelain veneers at Reflections Dental Spa are created to give you a natural-looking, long-lasting, and stain-resistant smile.
Contact our office today to learn how porcelain veneers can help you smile with confidence!
What Are Porcelain Veneers?
Wondering “What are veneers?” Porcelain veneers are thin, custom-made shells designed to cover the front surface of a tooth. This type of veneer offers a durable way of creating or restoring beauty to a smile. They can also be used to renew the function and strength of a tooth.
When Would I Need Porcelain Veneers?
There are many reasons as to why our certified dentists might recommend a porcelain veneer for a patient. A patient might need porcelain veneers to:
- Correct the length or width of a tooth
- Straighten teeth without braces
- Fix tooth decay, erosion, or heavy wear
- Cover a screw hole on a dental implant crown or root canal
- Repair broken, chipped, or cracked teeth
- Brighten teeth
- Create consistency of color
- Fix tooth gaps
How Much Do Porcelain Veneers Cost?
How much are veneers? There are some different factors that will contribute to veneer costs:
- Material used
- Insurance
- Number of teeth needing veneers
- Number of dental visits required
- General condition of teeth
For more information about the cost of your veneers, please call us today to schedule a consultation with our dental professionals.
Am I a Good Candidate for Porcelain Veneers?
With dental veneers, you can renovate your smile while keeping your teeth healthy. Porcelain veneers are a great option for many dental patients. Here are some signs you are a good candidate for veneers:
- Stained teeth: While modern teeth whitening treatments are effective at treating mild discoloration, some darker stains won’t respond to whitening products. Porcelain veneers offer an option to cover stains and discoloration caused by decay or old fillings.
- Cosmetic issues: Porcelain veneers are very effective at concealing misshapen, cracked, and chipped teeth. While dental bonding can also help fix these issues, veneers offer a more natural-looking correction.
- Good oral health: Before you undergo any cosmetic dentistry procedure, it is important to have healthy gums and teeth.
- Sufficient tooth enamel: Veneers adhere to your tooth enamel. Our dentists must remove some enamel to make room for the porcelain veneers. If you don’t have enough enamel, the veneer won’t properly bond.
Preparing Your Smile for Teeth Veneers
Before receiving your dental veneers, our dentists will have an initial consultation to prepare you for the veneer treatment. During your veneer consultation, our dentists will perform an in-depth examination, take x-rays, and create a plan for your dental veneers.
Before moving forward with placing veneers, some patients will need preliminary dental care. If your oral health is great, a simple cleaning prior to the treatment may be all that’s necessary.
Placing Your Porcelain Veneers
It will take a couple of visits to finish placing your porcelain veneers.
- Preparation: During your first appointment, your teeth will be prepped. For instance, they might be shaved down to fit the veneers better.
- Temporary veneers: You’ll be fitted with temporary veneers to wear while your permanent veneers are being created.
- Permanent veneers: After about two weeks, your porcelain veneers will be ready for placement. During this appointment, the dentist will remove your temporary veneers and place your permanent ones.
Aftercare for Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers can be cared for just like your natural teeth. You’ll want to brush twice a day and floss daily. While porcelain veneers are quite stain-resistant, they can still stain. We recommend reducing your consumption of coffee, tea, wine, and other beverages that might stain your veneers.
What Are Chairside Veneers?
Chairside veneers, true to their name, are veneers that are placed while the patient is in the dental chair during a single visit. We use an injection molding technique that helps sculpt teeth to a perfect size, shape, and color. This type of veneer offers many different benefits:
- Pain-free treatment
- Same-day results
- Brightened smile
- Speedy recovery
What Makes Chairside Veneers Different?
Chairside veneers set themselves apart by offering a swift, less permanent alternative to traditional porcelain veneers.
Unlike porcelain veneers, which require multiple visits to design, create, and bond, chairside veneers are sculpted and bonded in a single appointment, offering an immediate transformation. While porcelain veneers are celebrated for their durability and lifelike appearance, necessitating some enamel removal, chairside veneers typically require less tooth preparation.
This makes chairside veneers a convenient choice for those seeking a quicker smile enhancement without the wait or the extensive dental work associated with porcelain veneers.
What Is the Chairside Veneer Process?
The chairside veneer process is a streamlined approach to smile enhancement, completed in just one visit. Here’s a brief outline:
- Consultation and Planning: The dentist evaluates your teeth, discusses your goals, and plans the veneer design.
- Sculpting: Using a composite resin, the dentist meticulously sculpts the veneer directly onto your tooth.
- Curing: A special light hardens the resin, firmly bonding the veneer to the tooth.
- Polishing: The final step involves polishing the veneer to achieve a natural, tooth-like sheen.
When Should I Choose Porcelain or Chairside Veneers?
Choosing between porcelain and chairside veneers depends on several factors, including your dental needs, timeline, and aesthetic goals.
Porcelain veneers are ideal for those seeking a long-term solution with superior durability and stain resistance. They’re custom-crafted in a lab to precisely fit your teeth, offering unmatched natural appearance and longevity.
On the other hand, chairside veneers are a quick, cost-effective option, perfect for patients looking for immediate improvements without multiple dental visits. They’re sculpted directly onto the teeth in a single appointment, offering a significant aesthetic boost with less waiting time.
Ultimately, the choice should align with your personal preferences, lifestyle, and the professional recommendation of your dentist after a thorough evaluation.
Brighten Your Smile and Boost Your Confidence with Porcelain Veneers from Reflections Dental Spa!
Our dental professionals are excited to guide you through the process of attaining your dream smile with porcelain veneers. When you’re ready, call us to schedule your initial consultation—we look forward to helping you get the smile you’ve always wanted!