Porcelain Veneers

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Quick Facts About Porcelain Veneers

  • Materials: high-quality dental porcelain customized to an individual’s preferences
  • Treatment Timeline: The entire treatment can be completed in as few as 2 office visits
  • Longevity: With proper care, veneers can last for decades
  • Principle Benefits: Improvement in the appearance of chips, gaps, stains, cracks, and tooth misalignment
  • Cost: $1000-3000 per veneer

What Are Porcelain Veneers

At Smile for Life Dental, we are committed to providing an array of cosmetic dental options to help enhance our patients’ smiles. Porcelain veneers are designed to do just that. This is a conservative, yet innovative procedure used to conceal gaps or other perceived smile imperfections. Designed to be placed over the front of existing teeth, porcelain veneers can help create a more balanced smile. They offer astounding cosmetic improvements in just two visits, giving your smile a definite “wow” factor without excessive or lengthy treatment plans.

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What Are the Benefits of Porcelain Veneers?

Porcelain dental veneers are a common choice for patients looking to restore form and function to their teeth. The outcome can be a beautifully enhanced smile that looks natural and refreshed. This cosmetic procedure can correct the appearance of the following tooth imperfections:

Schedule an appointment with our cosmetic dentist, Dean Lodding, DDS, to improve the length, shape, and color of your teeth with porcelain veneers.

Why Choose Dr. Lodding for Porcelain Veneers?

What Does the Porcelain Veneers Process Involve?

During your consultation, Dr. Lodding can determine if one or more of your teeth would benefit from porcelain veneers. He will conduct an oral examination, review your dental history, and determine your candidacy for this procedure. If Dr. Lodding believes porcelain veneers could be advantageous for your needs, he will design and create the best veneer(s) for your unique smile.

After they are created, the veneers will be applied to the front of the tooth or teeth using advanced dental bonding techniques. This is a conservative treatment that often requires little-to-no modification of the original tooth structure. As each thin porcelain shell has light refraction qualities, they can give off a natural appearance. With proper care, your porcelain veneers can last for decades.

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What Can I Expect During Porcelain Veneers Recovery?

Once your procedure is completed, some minor tooth sensitivity may be experienced. However, your teeth should feel back to normal within one to two weeks. If you are prone to grinding or clenching your teeth, Dr. Lodding may recommend you wear a mouthguard at night to help protect your veneers. Although porcelain veneers are made from durable material, they do have the potential to break or crack like a real tooth. For this reason we recommend avoiding certain types of food, such as nuts, and refraining from chewing on ice. More specific guidelines can be provided in your consultation with Dr. Lodding.

What Will My Porcelain Dental Veneers Look Like?

Porcelain veneer patients of Dr. Lodding know that veneers boost the harmony of surrounding teeth and, consequently, the radiance of their entire smile. Dental restorations such as porcelain veneers can also help many patients feel more confident in their appearance. To keep your porcelain veneers in their best condition, we advise using a simple dental hygiene routine and scheduling routine hygiene visits at our office. These steps can help ensure your veneers are maintained and cleaned properly.

How Long Will My Porcelain Veneers Last?

Your porcelain veneers are designed to last for many years. We strive to create durable veneers that you can rely on. Your veneers should prove to have long-lasting results (decades, in many cases) as long as they are properly cared for. Several of our patients have had their veneers for up to 35 years!

“I had a phenomenal experience with Dr. Lodding! I love my new veneers and they have totally changed my life.”
- Donna Stratman

How Do I Care For My Porcelain Veneers?

Special care is not needed to maintain your porcelain veneers. Our number one piece of advice is to embrace a regular dental hygiene routine, complete with brushing, flossing, and visiting the dentist at least twice per year for comprehensive and professional cleanings. This can help maintain the health, function, and beauty of not only your porcelain veneers, but your entire smile.

While porcelain veneers are designed to be durable and long-lasting, it can also be helpful to be careful when eating particularly hard or chewy foods to avoid incurring unnecessary wear on the veneers. You may also wish to avoid using your teeth to open packages or containers, as this can place stress on the veneers. For patients who struggle with bruxism (teeth grinding), you should discuss the possibility of a custom nightguard with your dentist.

How Much Do Porcelain Veneers Cost?

The cost of porcelain veneers can range from $1,000 to $3,000 per veneer, depending on a number of factors unique to each individual patient’s customized treatment plan. These factors include the specific kind of material used to create the veneer, the extent and complexity of the treatment, and other components. Since porcelain veneers are considered to be primarily a cosmetic dentistry procedure, they are not usually covered under dental insurance policies. With that in mind, our office accepts numerous payment methods, in addition to working with CareCredit®. This reputable agency provides affordable dental financing plans to qualified applicants who would like to pay for their treatment over time. Once your porcelain veneer treatment plan is developed at the initial consultation, a member of our team will produce a cost estimate that includes all expenses associated with the procedure so you will know what to expect. We are happy to answer any questions you may have, and assist you with finding the most convenient way to bring porcelain veneers treatment into your budget.

Porcelain Veneers vs. Crowns

Porcelain veneers and dental crowns are both popular treatments and have helped many individuals renew the appearance of their teeth; however, these options have several distinctions. While porcelain veneers can help improve dental function in some cases, they are generally more suited for cosmetic enhancement of the teeth. Veneers cover only the front part of the tooth rather than the whole tooth, and usually require only very little modification of the affected tooth’s structure prior to placement. By contrast, dental crowns are designed to enhance the appearance and the health and structure of a tooth. These restorative options cover the entire tooth, and are typically better for patients who have teeth that are severely damaged or weakened. Dental crowns are customized restorations that provide the affected teeth with significantly improved strength and reinforcement, enhancing the tooth’s health and function while serving to prevent further damage. These treatments typically require a substantial amount of structural adjustment to the original tooth in order to remove damaged or decayed areas before placement of the permanent dental crown.

What Dental Options Do I Have Other Than Porcelain Veneers?

During your porcelain veneer consultation, Dr. Lodding may communicate another procedure that may be more beneficial to meeting your dental needs. Some of our cosmetic treatments include teeth whitening and cosmetic bonding. However, if you need something more restorative, a porcelain crown may be recommended. Each of these alternatives to porcelain veneers can help you achieve the smile of your dreams. If a porcelain veneer is not the most ideal choice for your goals, Dr. Lodding will explore the alternatives with you and help you determine the best option.

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Medical References

Cleveland Clinic: What Are Dental Veneers?
Healthline: Dental Veneers Benefits, Procedure, Cost, Results

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