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Porcelain Veneers

Tooth veneers, thin porcelain layers placed on the front of your teeth, can be placed on one 

or more teeth. Most patients choose to have tooth veneers on their front teeth, the teeth that 

others notice the most when you smile.

What are veneers?

• veneers are thin sheets of ceramic, composite or other materials that bond directly to the front and 

top surfaces of the teeth.  They are an ideal choice for improving your smile.  With Veneers as an 

alternative, there is no reason to put up with gaps between your teeth, teeth that are deeply stained, 

badly  shaped teeth  or teeth  with  old  bonding  already  on them.   A  veneer  placed  on top  of  your 

teeth can correct these maladies, usually within three appointments.

Will they look like normal teeth?

•  When bonded to the teeth, the ultra-thin 

veneers are virtually undetectable and highly 

resistant to coffee, tea, or soda stains.  For 

strength and appearance, their resemblance 

to healthy white tooth enamel is unsurpassed 

by other bonding options.  Because they are 

thin, light can shine through them and they 

can take on the more natural color of the 

underlying tooth.

With proper care, veneers will brighten your smile for well over a decade. All of our veneers are crafted 

from the highest quality materials by some of the most talented technicians in the country. We also use the 

most advanced and proven bonding materials available to dentistry to adhere your veneers to the teeth.

The procedure:

• Diagnosis and treatment planning (1-2 appointments):  This is really the most important part 

of the procedure.  In most cases we will take impressions and have the lab fabricate a three 

dimensional wax up so that you can see your custom end result before we begin preparing the 

teeth.  Doctor will spend time with you choosing color, characterization, shape and the design 

needs for your smile. Digital photos are also taken before treatment to use for communication with 

lab technicians.

• Preparation (1 appointment): This appointment will be 1 to 2 hours long.  Although a veneer 

is very thin, your teeth are slightly reshaped and buffed to allow for the added thickness.  This 

usually requires very little local anesthesia.  An impression is then taken and sent to the lab for 

fabrication and temporary plastic veeneers are placed until your next visit.

• Bonding (1 appointment): At the time of your third appointment, your doctor will remove your 

temporary and place the new  veneer on your teeth with water to check the fit and color.  If you 

and your doctor are satisfied with the esthetics and fit, the veneers are cleaned and a special 

cement and a visible blue light beam is used to harden the cement.

Care and Maintenance:

• Brush and floss as you normally would.  Don't be afraid that you will damage your veneers by 

brushing and flossing.  Non-abrasive toothpaste is recommended.  A good home care regimen 

and regular check-ups with our office will insure the best esthetic success of your veneer.  You 

may experience some sensitivity to hot and cold after the placement of your veneer.  This is very 

normal and should dissipate after one to two weeks.  If sensitivity persists, please call us.

• If you are a known clencher/bruxer, doctor will recommend a night guard for you to wear to 

minimize the stress placed on your teeth while you sleep.