Veneers – Dublin, OH
A New Smile in Just Two Appointments
Aging, teeth grinding, consuming staining foods, and other daily activities add up to a less than perfect smile over time. One tiny chip or crack in a tooth may not make a significant impact on the appearance of dental patients’ smiles, but two, three, or more definitely do. In some cases, dentistry patients feel that they are stuck with flawed smiles because the time and money necessary for restorative dentistry services seems too extensive to correct something as minor as worn down or chipped teeth. At Distinctive Smiles of Dublin, we offer dental patients numerous cosmetic dentistry services that may help. One of the most popular cosmetic services we provide are porcelain veneers. Veneers from our Dublin, OH cosmetic dentist allow our dental patients to hit the reset button on damaged smiles. This conservative, minimally invasive cosmetic dentistry treatment conceals and corrects a variety of smile irregularities without removing significant amounts of healthy dental structure.
Why Choose Distinctive Smiles of Dublin for Veneers?
- Fix Multiple Flaws with One Procedure
- Designed to Last for 15-20 Years
- Straighten Crooked Teeth Without Braces
What Are Dental Veneers?
Veneers are incredibly thin porcelain layers that are meant to bond over the front side of flawed teeth. Due to the lifelike material, it can effectively alter the size, shape, and color of your smile while blending in perfectly with the rest of your pearly whites. In some cases, a patient may only require one veneer to fix a single chipped or stained tooth, whereas some might receive six or eight to achieve their dream look.
Who Should Consider Veneers?
Like any cosmetic dentistry services, the decision to receive porcelain veneers is largely personal. Working with our Dublin dental team, patients may be encouraged to select veneers if this is the most conservative treatment option that offers the results they desire. Some of the most common reasons patients cite for choosing veneers include:
- Severe staining – patients who have dental staining that is the result of aging, tetracycline medications, or fluorosis may find that teeth whitening is not effective at reversing stains. Porcelain veneers are a great option to conceal this discoloration, make teeth look instantly brighter, and the stain-resistant porcelain offers patients long lasting results.
- Dental wear – patients who grind or clench teeth often experience significant areas of wear including chips and cracks to the enamel. Over time, these minor flaws add up to an uneven, unattractive smile. Porcelain veneers correct this dental damage, and protect remaining structure from further abuse.
- Minor crowding or gapping – patients who have minimal spacing or orthodontic issues may wish to conceal the cosmetic flaw rather than undergo significant orthodontic smile correction for a minor issue.
The Process of Getting Veneers
Once patients determine porcelain veneers are the best treatment option for their unique smiles, the process is typically completed in two visits. During the initial appointment, the dentist prepares the affected teeth by removing a minimal amount of surface enamel. This allows the veneers to blend seamlessly into the natural smile line. During the same visit, impressions are taken of the prepared teeth and the entire bite. These impressions are used by our trusted dental lab to create custom veneers. Finally, a temporary veneer is placed over the prepared teeth to protect the underlying structure, and allow patients to become accustomed to the look and feel of the porcelain shells. During the second appointment, the dentist removes the temporary restorations and replaces them with custom-crafted veneers, completing the patient’s smile transformation.
The Benefits of Veneers
With porcelain veneers, you can expect to make the most of several advantages, such as:
- Completely personalized treatment – The veneers will be specifically shaped to match the rest of your smile while upgrading the size, shape, and color of your affected teeth.
- Natural-looking results – Porcelain veneers can mimic natural tooth enamel, meaning you won’t be able to tell the difference between them and your real teeth.
- Stain-resistant material – Veneers are highly resistant to staining and discoloration, making it easier to maintain a brighter smile in the long run.
- Durability – With proper maintenance, veneers can last around 15 years or more.
Understanding the Cost of Veneers
Veneers typically come with a higher upfront price compared to other cosmetic services, and dental insurance likely won’t offer coverage for the treatment. Since every policy is different, it’s best to double-check the details of your plan to see if your benefits include veneers meant for restorative purposes. Otherwise, you might consider our in-house membership plan that provides patient discounts on various procedures, including veneers. You can also sign up for CareCredit—a third-party financier that can turn the total cost of treatment into monthly installments with little to no interest attached!
Veneers FAQs
How Many Veneers Will I Need?
This will depend entirely on your specific needs! No two smiles are ever exactly alike, and the same can be said about the treatment process. Generally speaking, veneers are meant to help make all of your visible teeth match, so you’ll mainly receive the appropriate number of porcelain layers to achieve your dental cosmetic goals. In some cases, a patient may only require one veneer to conceal a single stain or chipped tooth. For others, six to eight porcelain shells may be needed to improve their smile’s appearance. Our team will discuss the specifics during your initial consultation, where we’ll assess your oral health and recommend the appropriate number of veneers that you might need.
Are Veneers Permanent?
Veneers are designed to last a long time, but they won’t be a permanent solution for your smile. Eventually, you will need to get them replaced with new ones to keep your underlying teeth protected. That said, the treatment process is considered irreversible, as our team will need to remove a tiny amount of tooth enamel to make room, which will not grow back on its own. Afterward, you will always require either veneers or dental crowns to cover the altered teeth.
Can Veneers Be Used for Bite Corrections?
Although veneers are capable of addressing mildly crooked teeth, it’s important to know that they won’t alter the actual position of your teeth or jaw. This means that their ability to address your bite issues will often depend on the severity of your situation. Should you have a mildly open bite, your veneers can make your teeth appear wider or longer to create a more uniform bite. Also, it’s important to note that veneers are mostly recommended for aesthetic bite problems but not for those that create significant oral health issues.
Is There Anything I Can’t Eat with Veneers?
Once our team has removed a small portion of your tooth enamel, we’ll provide you with temporary veneers to help keep your teeth safe while your permanent restorations are being constructed. During this period, you’ll want to refrain from consuming foods and drinks that are too hard, sticky, or highly pigmented, as they can ruin your provisional layers and risk exposing your altered teeth. Once your final veneers are placed, be sure to stick with a nutritional diet to make the most of your brand-new smile for a long time. If you drink alcohol, do so sparingly so that you avoid weakening the bonding material that keeps your veneers in place.
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