Do you have damaged teeth? Are you looking for a way to cover slightly crooked teeth? Porcelain veneers are a popular option to correct a wide range of imperfections and give you a confident smile. Veneers can help with chipped, discolored, and misaligned teeth to improve the appearance of your smile. Porcelain veneers are a long-lasting cosmetic dentistry treatment we offer in our Raleigh, NC, office.
Dental veneers offer a very conservative approach that requires little reduction of your natural tooth. They are customized tooth-colored shells that are cemented to your teeth and designed to enhance the look of your teeth.
Porcelain Veneers Treatment in Raleigh, NC
We can provide veneers for patients in two appointments. First, we prepare the teeth for the veneers. We etch the enamel to ensure that the veneers adhere to the natural tooth structure. This preparation also ensures that the veneers do not feel or look bulky.
After tooth preparation, we make an impression of the treated teeth. We send this impression to our lab, which creates thin veneers out of a tooth-colored porcelain ceramic material. At the next visit, we evaluate the veneers for fit and appearance. Our patients can achieve bright, straight smiles in no time.
Porcelain Veneers FAQs
Read answers to commonly asked questions about veneers to learn more about their benefits and how to care for veneers after treatment:
What are the benefits of dental veneers?
Dental veneers offer:
- Natural-looking results
- Brighter smiles
- Low-maintenance
- Straighter looking teeth
- Cover imperfections
How do you care for dental veneers?
After you first receive your veneers, it is important to stick to a soft diet and avoid hard or crunchy foods. We will also recommend avoiding eating or drinking foods or beverages that typically stain teeth, like coffee, tea, and berries. You can brush your veneers like your natural teeth.
Brush gently and use a soft-bristled toothbrush. Do not use toothpaste that can contain abrasive ingredients, as they can damage natural teeth and your veneers. If you participate in contact sports, we highly recommend investing in a custom mouthguard to protect the veneers, your teeth, and gums.
How long do dental veneers last?
With the right care, porcelain veneers can last from 10 to 15 years. Make sure that you visit the dentist on a regular basis and brush and floss twice daily. Oral hygiene is one of the best ways to ensure your veneers last.
Is veneer treatment painful?
No, veneer treatment is not painful. While we remove a portion of enamel to prepare teeth for veneers, this does not affect the nerves within the tooth. We etch a thin layer off of the enamel to ensure that the veneers conform to teeth.
Schedule a Dental Appointment
Do you want straighter teeth but don’t need braces? Are you looking to whiten your smile without strips or gels? Call Stonehenge Family and Cosmetic Dentistry today at 919.295.0936.
You can also request a dental consultation with Dr. Cynthia Elderkin or Dr. Claudel Giggey on our website. If you have any questions about dental veneers, let Dr. Elderkin or Dr. Giggey know; they will be happy to help.