Veneers – Raleigh, NC
Beautifully Remake Your Smile
Almost everyone has a few imperfections in their smile that they’d like to address. Luckily, veneers are a versatile treatment that can address a range of defects like chips, cracks, stains, and gaps. Our team at Lake Boone Dentistry Raleigh is trained and equipped to place these thin shells that mimic the appearance of ideal tooth structure in as few as two appointments. Read on to learn more about veneers and contact our office if you have any questions.
Why Choose Lake Boone Dentistry Raleigh for Veneers?
- Skilled Cosmetic Dentists
- Enjoy Gorgeous Results
- Compassionate Dental Team
What Are Dental Veneers?
Veneers are incredibly thin shells made from high-quality materials like porcelain or ceramic that are designed to be cemented over troubled teeth to conceal flaws like cracks, chips, gaps, and stains, thereby creating a more beautiful smile. While they are quite durable, these appliances will eventually need to be replaced, but they can last for fifteen years or more with excellent care. These appliances are color-matched to the rest of your smile so that they blend in perfectly. Veneers are also non-porous, making them stain-resistant so that you can trust them to look great after many years of use.
The Process of Getting Veneers
Before you can get veneers, you’ll need to have a consultation at our dental office in Raleigh, during which one of our dentists will thoroughly inspect your mouth to confirm your candidacy. It usually takes two appointments to place veneers, and during the first, our dentist will begin by using a local anesthetic to make the process painless. They will then remove a tiny amount of enamel from the treated teeth and take bite impressions of them. Temporary veneers will then be placed on your teeth and you’ll be sent on your way.
The second appointment takes place about two weeks later after our dentist receives your permanent veneers from the laboratory where they were manufactured. Your temporary set will be removed and the permanent set will be cemented in place. After any final adjustments, you’ll be ready to greet life with your new smile.
Benefits of Veneers
Veneers can completely transform a smile and are the open secret behind the flawless grins of many TV personalities and movie stars. A few of the significant advantages veneers can provide include:
- Addressing many dental flaws with one treatment
- Concealing a variety of defects such as chips, stains, gaps, and cracks
- Lifelike results that seamlessly blend in with your real teeth
- Lasting for fifteen years or more with excellent care before needing replacement
- The process that is quick, painless, and minimally invasive
Understanding the Cost of Veneers
Since veneers are considered an elective cosmetic procedure, they are usually not covered by dental insurance. However, our team will gladly go over your payment options so you know exactly how much you can expect to pay after receiving this wonderful and versatile cosmetic dental treatment.
Veneers FAQs
What happens to teeth underneath veneers?
Veneers in Raleigh only cover the front surfaces of your teeth, which means the rest of the enamel remains exposed and vulnerable to tooth decay. While veneer material cannot develop cavities, it’s still essential for you to practice good oral hygiene to avoid potential harm to the remainder of your teeth and gums. Brushing twice daily for two minutes, flossing daily, and rinsing with an antimicrobial mouthwash can reduce harmful bacteria that cause cavities and gum disease, both of which can threaten your veneers.
Can I drink coffee with veneers?
It is recommended that you minimize your intake of dark-colored beverages, such as coffee, after receiving your veneers. Exposing your new teeth to the tannins and pigments that exist in these beverages (i.e., coffee, tea, soda) can eventually cause them to discolor over time. Although veneers are stain-resistant, they are not stain-proof. This means you will need to be mindful of how much and how often you consume your morning coffee. If possible, drink it through a straw to minimize contact with your teeth.
Can you whiten veneers?
No, porcelain veneers in Raleigh cannot be whitened. They are non-porous, unlike natural tooth enamel, and therefore do not absorb the bleaching gel used to remove stains. This is why your cosmetic dentist recommends that you practice good dental care at home and see your dentist regularly for checkups and cleanings. Surface stains can be removed with daily brushing and flossing. However, if you notice your veneers are becoming discolored, you may need to consider replacement.
Typically, veneers have a lifespan of 15 years; however, this varies based on how well you care for your smile.
How are veneers different from dental crowns?
Veneers are custom restorations that fit only on the front surfaces of your teeth. They are used to conceal various imperfections, such as chips, stains, cracks, gaps, misalignment, misshapen teeth, discoloration, and more. In most cases, veneers are used as a cosmetic treatment to improve aesthetics and can be crafted to your desired size, shape, and color.
Dental crowns, on the other hand, are used for restorative purposes. When teeth are damaged or decayed, these custom restorations can be crafted to fit over each affected tooth, mimicking its size, shape, and color. This allows you to resume normal eating and speaking habits and maintain a healthier smile.