At Cereus Dental Care, we believe the smile is one of the most important assets. For patients who are ready to correct more severe dental stains and more significant flaws involving the size, shape, and alignment of the teeth, dental veneers offer a long-lasting, comprehensive solution!
At Cereus Dental Care, we recognize that every smile is different and tailor treatment to address individual needs and expectations of care. Whether your smile is best served by the fabrication of dental veneers or another cosmetic dental procedure we provide, you can count on our office for the latest, most effective, pleasing, and healthy solutions for your smile, offering top veneers treatments in Tempe and beyond!
What are Dental Veneers?
One of the most conservative yet highly effective and aesthetically pleasing ways to transform the appearance of imperfect-looking teeth is the application of dental veneers. Fully customized to the each smile and the desired cosmetic corrections, dental veneers are ultra-thin facings, seamlessly bonded to the fronts of the involved teeth.
The versatile, minimally-invasive cosmetic procedure conceals a range of imperfections to dramatically improve the look of teeth that are misshapen, exhibit minor chips, enamel defects, or stains. They also provide an excellent solution for closing small gaps as well as addressing other minor alignment issues. Veneers are that they require little to no preparation of the underlying tooth and offer a relatively quick way to achieve long-lasting, beautiful results.
How Do Dental Veneers Work?
Whether you're looking to improve the appearance of a single front tooth or multiple ones, dental veneers can turn a less-than-perfect smile into one that appears naturally beautiful and flawless.
Your veneers will be fabricated from the highest quality of dental-grade porcelain to recreate the natural translucency of healthy tooth enamel. Since porcelain reflects light in much the same way as dental enamel, veneers produce a vibrant, flawless, and naturally beautiful-looking smile.
From preparation to taking an impression and placement, the entire process of getting dental veneers only takes a few visits. Furthermore, even though a veneer is fragile to handle before placement in the mouth, once it gets bonded to the underlying tooth, it becomes quite strong and durable. With proper oral hygiene and care, you can maintain your new veneers for many years to come.
At the office of Cereus Dental Care, we successfully combine the art and science of dentistry to create healthy, beautiful smiles. We've helped many patients enhance the look of their smiles and feel confident we can do the same for you.
What to Expect with Dental Veneers
When you visit our Tempe dental office for cosmetic veneers, your treatment will typically include the following process:
- Initial cosmetic consultation and care. The process of getting dental veneers begins with a consultation and thorough assessment of your dental health, oral function, and smile aesthetics. We'll also discuss your smile goals and treatment expectations. Although getting veneers is a relatively quick process, it's essential to address any periodontal problems or cavities in the involved teeth before your new veneers get fabricated.
- Tooth preparation and dental impression taking. While the amount of tooth preparation varies, depending on the unique requirements of the case and the type of porcelain veneer, the removal of tooth structure from the front and sides of the tooth is typically quite minimal. It's just enough enamel for the ultra-thin facing to look most natural and remain sturdy and strong when placed.
- Once the teeth are prepared, an impression gets taken, and an appropriate shade of porcelain is selected, your new veneers are ready for fabrication. Porcelain veneers are most often sent out to a dental laboratory for custom fabrication. For the short time it takes the permanent veneers to come back from the lab, attractive temporary veneer facings cover the teeth.
- Fitting and placement. When your veneers are ready, it's time to check their fit, size, shade, and shape. Prior to getting affixed to the teeth, any adjustments to ensure a precise fit and optimal aesthetics are made. At this time, we'll also confirm that you're pleased with the look of your new smile. Once fitted and approved, the involved teeth are then cleaned, and the veneers are permanently bonded in place with composite resin cement. Following placement, any further adjustments or minor refinements are performed as needed.
How Much Do Dental Veneers Cost?
Although certain procedures that are considered cosmetic may not be covered by dental insurance, veneers remain a worthwhile investment in your smile. Our team will develop treatment plans that consider specific dental needs, cosmetic goals, and budget. Our experienced and friendly office staff can address all your insurance questions and review various payment and financing options.
Transform Your Smile with Dental Veneers
When it comes to cosmetic dentistry, our team recognizes that every smile is unique and never takes a “one size fits all” approach to care. We utilize the most advanced diagnostic technology and treatment methods to assess your smile and to design your porcelain veneers for a precise fit and optimal aesthetics.
As experienced providers of care, we provide highly personalized treatment, combining state-of-the-art technology with an artistic touch to produce long-lasting and aesthetically pleasing results of care.
Ready to learn more about dental veneers? Call us today to schedule your cosmetic consultation!