The 5 Easy Steps of Transforming Your Smile with Porcelain Veneers

Transforming your smile with veneers doesn’t require months or countless dental appointments. The process is simple and quick, giving you the desired smile in no time! Here’s what to expect from the porcelain veneer procedure. 

1. Consultation: Your treatment starts with a conversation. Our doctor will discuss the goals you’d like to achieve to achieve with veneers. Next, we’ll take digital scans and X-rays of your teeth to determine your veneer eligibility. Most people qualify for veneers, but underlying issues like gum disease and tooth decay must be addressed first. 
2. Tooth preparation: If you are a good fit for veneers, it’s time to prep your teeth for dental veneers. The dentist will remove about 0.5mm of the enamel from the front surfaces of the enamel. This procedure creates space to accommodate the veneer’s thickness to achieve a seamless, natural appearance. Next, the dentist takes digital scans of your prepped teeth with a comfortable intraoral scanner. Before you go, we’ll place interim veneers on your prepped teeth to protect them from infections and extreme environmental factors as you wait for your permanent restorations.

3. Veneer preparation: Our partner lab will fabricate your veneers with the exact specifications of your digital scans. Each veneer is custom-made to match your teeth’ color, shape, and size. This high-level customization allows your veneers to resemble your natural teeth to nearly 100%. 
4. Placement: Once we receive your veneers, you’ll visit our office for placement. The dentist will remove your temporaries and try the fit of your new veneers. Often, we make a few adjustments to your restorations to ensure they look natural and fit comfortably. The final step is to bond your veneers to your teeth with permanent dental adhesives. That’s it! Now, you can reveal your brand-new smile to the whole world. 
5. Aftercare: After your veneer treatment, optimal maintenance is essential to ensure your veneers last long and keep looking their best. The good news is that veneer maintenance is simple. Brush and floss your teeth daily to remove food debris and dental plaque. Visit your dentist bi-annually for routine check-ups and cleanings. Although veneers are strong, avoid hard, chewy foods or using your teeth to open packages and bite fingernails. Lastly, invest in a customized nightguard if you chronically grind your teeth. 

Investing in veneers is more than just a cosmetic enhancement. It’s an investment in feeling great about yourself, knowing your smile is at its best daily. So, why wait to get started with veneers?