Beautiful Veneers in Chaska

Why Get Dental Veneers?

Veneers can create a perfect smile for patients who are unhappy with the appearance of their teeth. Dental veneers are an ideal way to fix cracks, cover stains, fill gaps, and straighten teeth all at once.

Benefits of Porcelain Veneers

With so many options available these days, it’s easy to get confused. Luckily, it’s our job to help you make the right decision for your goals and budget! Our experienced, friendly dentists can walk you through your options during your visit, but in the meantime, here’s a breakdown of what you can expect from your porcelain veneers.

A Natural Appearance

Porcelain is incredibly similar to our teeth for its natural, translucent appearance. This type of veneer is crafted with utmost precision in a laboratory, which also gives us control over the exact color our patients are looking for! Feel free to brighten up your smile precisely to your liking. Because of this, no two veneers are the same.

Gum Approved

You won’t have to worry about gum irritation with porcelain veneers. These veneers are made so accurately that they fit just like a glove over your existing teeth. This means that you won’t experience any sort of dark lines or gum discoloration from your custom veneers. Brush them just like you would your existing teeth, and they can last you for years to come!

Stain Resistant

If teeth whitening isn’t working on a troublesome stain, then you’ll have peace of mind knowing that porcelain veneers are naturally stain-resistant! We recommend that you still see us every 6 months for a professional cleaning and checkup because, with proper maintenance and care, your veneers can stay white and strong for more than 15 years!

Brighten Your Smile

Veneers are a great option for those looking for whiter teeth! However, it’s important to note that the color of your veneers can’t be changed after placement. So we recommend getting a professional whitening treatment beforehand to ensure that your veneers match the shade that you want.

Less Invasive Than Crowns

A dental crown covers the entire tooth, protecting it from bacteria or further damage if it’s already compromised in some way, like after receiving a root canal. Veneers are only applied to the front of our teeth. The process of installing veneers is much gentler than that of crowns because crowns require much more tooth shaping to fit correctly.

A One-of-a-Kind Look!

Teeth are unique to every individual, and so are our dental veneers! You can create a custom look that no one else has in just a few office visits. You can even choose the shade of your veneers, as well as their overall appearance. It’s never been easier to customize your smile.

Improved Oral Health

Cracks, breaks, and stains in teeth can all lead to further dental problems. Veneers provide a layer of protection for your teeth, to prevent the discomfort of tooth sensitivity, and to protect the front of your teeth where the enamel is lacking.

How Do Porcelain Veneers Work?

Porcelain veneers are primarily placed on the front teeth, giving a beautiful appearance when we smile! We believe in transparency when it comes to our patients and our practice, so here’s what you can expect from your veneer treatment.

Diagnosis and Treatment Plan

Your first visit with us will consist of a full examination and cleaning. It’s common to undergo X-rays and 3D scans during this process, too. This allows our dentists to get an understanding of the current condition of your teeth while discussing your personal goals. From there, our dentists will make a custom roadmap for you!

If you’re currently not in the best health, our priority is to treat those issues before moving on to making your custom veneers. Broken teeth can worsen, inflamed gums can be painful, and infections can spread—even to other parts of the body! That’s why it’s so important to visit us regularly, to stop problems before they occur.

Tooth Preparation

To prepare your teeth for your custom veneers, our dentist will have to remove some of your tooth’s enamel to match the thickness of your porcelain veneers. This allows for a seamless transition of your new smile! While we wait for your veneers to be made, a temporary veneer can be placed, and they usually last for a couple of weeks.

These temporary veneers can also allow you to test-drive your new smile, so be sure to let us know if you’d like to give them a trial run before committing to the final, permanent version! We want you to communicate with us about your new look, which is why we use advances in technology to make that process easier for everyone involved.

Veneer Placement

When it’s time to place your veneer, it’s common for our dentists to test the fit of your new porcelain veneers. They will probably trim your veneers before permanently cementing them into place. Our dentists may do this a couple of times before being satisfied with your custom fit; this ensures everything is lined up wonderfully!

This bonding process can also allow our dentist to adjust the shade of your veneer by using different colors of dental cement. These veneers are truly customizable, and no two porcelain veneers will look the same! Our teeth are as unique as our fingerprints, so why should our crowns or veneers be any different?

Maintaining Your Veneers

With proper care and maintenance, your veneers can last anywhere between 10–20 years or more! We will send you home with the appropriate resources to care for your new veneers and your existing teeth. For transparency’s sake, here’s a list of things that you should be prepared for when it comes to taking care of your new veneers:

• Brush twice a day. While your new veneers may be stain-resistant, you should still brush them just like you normally would brush your teeth! You can also use mouthwash as directed and should floss regularly.
• Visit us every 6 months. There’s nothing quite like a professional cleaning. We remove 40% more debris than any at-home treatment. Plus, frequent visits allow us to keep track of your overall health and the condition of your veneers.
• Avoid biting on hard items. While it may be tempting to use your teeth to open packaging or to cut off tags, we highly suggest that you do not do this. Your veneers are prone to chipping and damage from direct, hard bites.
• If you do damage your veneers, call us! Accidents happen, and we are here for you! Porcelain veneers are easier to fix than dental crowns or bridges, and we can have your veneers repaired or replaced in no time!