Porcelain Veneers in Northern Virginia
Porcelain veneers in Northern Virginia have become incredibly popular among patients seeking the perfect aesthetics for their smile. Veneers are advanced dental structures that can improve the appearance of your teeth, making your smile more attractive and confident.
Are your teeth in need of cosmetic repair? Our convenient and affordable dental veneering procedure may be the solution. Schedule a consultation with one of our experienced dentists in Northern Virginia.
Are your teeth in need of cosmetic repair? Our convenient and affordable dental veneering procedure may be the solution. Schedule a consultation with one of our experienced dentists in Northern Virginia.
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What Are Veneers?
A dental veneer is a thin porcelain or composite plate that looks like natural tooth enamel. They have excellent transparency, which allows light to penetrate through them and give your teeth a natural shine. This makes veneers look very natural and virtually indistinguishable from the patient’s own teeth.
Veneers are securely bonded to the front surface of the tooth to hide minor aesthetic imperfections, such as discoloration.
Veneers are securely bonded to the front surface of the tooth to hide minor aesthetic imperfections, such as discoloration.
Lifelike Materials
We use state-of-the-art dental porcelain that accurately reproduces the characteristics of real teeth, guaranteeing a natural look and excellent aesthetic results. At the same time, despite their minimal thickness, our veneers are impressively durable. With proper care, they can remain in excellent condition for up to a quarter of a century.
Each porcelain veneer we offer is individually crafted according to the patient’s individual requests.
What teeth are veneers placed on?
There are no restrictions, as it all depends on the level of smile that can be achieved.
For some people, using veneers on the six front teeth – incisors and canines – is enough.
At the same time, others prefer to install ten plates – on incisors, canines, and premolars.
Obviously, the use of microprostheses on molars is not a viable solution.
Even the strongest ceramic plates cannot withstand the constant load of chewing.
To achieve the best aesthetic result, it is recommended to install veneers on the teeth of both jaws at the same time.
Otherwise, the upper and lower part of the teeth will unnaturally stand out from each other.
For some people, using veneers on the six front teeth – incisors and canines – is enough.
At the same time, others prefer to install ten plates – on incisors, canines, and premolars.
Obviously, the use of microprostheses on molars is not a viable solution.
Even the strongest ceramic plates cannot withstand the constant load of chewing.
To achieve the best aesthetic result, it is recommended to install veneers on the teeth of both jaws at the same time.
Otherwise, the upper and lower part of the teeth will unnaturally stand out from each other.
When do we recommend porcelain veneers?
Veneers are used to improve the appearance of healthy teeth, to hide various external defects. The following are some of the cases in which our dentist in Northern Virginia may suggest veneers:
Chipped
Cracked
Discolored
Misaligned
Misshapen
Gapped
Chipped
Cracked
Discolored
Misaligned
Misshapen
Gapped
What is the procedure for placing veneers in Northern Virginia?
1. Preparing your teeth for veneers
A thin layer of enamel will be removed from your tooth to make room for the veneers. We will administer local anesthesia to ensure your comfort.
2. Making an impression of your teeth
We will make impressions of your pre-treated teeth and using digital images, simulations and detailed instructions, our trusted dental lab in Northern Virginia will create your veneers for you. It will take the lab several weeks to complete a set of porcelain veneers.
3. Temporary Veneers Installation
We will provide you with temporary veneers to maintain the beauty of your smile. These structures will also allow you to make any necessary adjustments before installing the final veneers.
4. Installing permanent veneers
You are fitted with pre-prepared plates, and if they meet his requirements, their installation begins. Before attaching porcelain veneers, the ground teeth are etched to create a rough surface, which facilitates reliable adhesion to the cement. Then a small amount of dental cement is applied to the inside of the veneer and glued to the tooth. The doctor checks the correct installation of the veneer and then activates the cement with the light of a special lamp, which instantly hardens.
What is the difference between veneers and porcelain crowns?
Veneers and crowns are made of porcelain or composite materials and serve to improve the appearance and structure of teeth, but are used in different cases.
If your teeth have minor cosmetic imperfections, your dentist may suggest veneers. Veneers are attached to the front surface of your teeth, masking imperfections in tooth color, shape, gaps, or alignment.
If, however, the damage to the tooth is more severe or a significant portion of the tooth structure has been lost, a crown may be a more appropriate solution. As the name implies, a crown covers the entire tooth, strengthening it. Crowns are most often recommended for back teeth because of the stress that comes with chewing.
Schedule a consultation today to determine which type of restoration will work best for you.
How much do veneers cost in Northern Virginia?
Except in situations where it is deemed medically appropriate, the insurance company will not reimburse for porcelain veneers. The price of treatment in Northern Virginia is determined by the type of veneers, the number of teeth to be treated, and the availability of additional procedures.
After the initial consultation, we will clarify the cost of porcelain veneers and offer you convenient payment terms.
We have experience in making life-changing treatment affordable, and we will work within your budget to find a solution.
After the initial consultation, we will clarify the cost of porcelain veneers and offer you convenient payment terms.
We have experience in making life-changing treatment affordable, and we will work within your budget to find a solution.
Durability of porcelain veneers
One of the significant advantages of porcelain veneers is their durability. They function twice as long as their composite counterparts, averaging about 10-12 years.
Although there is no officially set life span for veneers, you should not expect them to last a lifetime without replacement.
With careless use (opening packages with teeth, chewing nuts), the service life can be reduced to a few years, while with proper care, veneers can maintain their integrity for up to 15 years.
Although there is no officially set life span for veneers, you should not expect them to last a lifetime without replacement.
With careless use (opening packages with teeth, chewing nuts), the service life can be reduced to a few years, while with proper care, veneers can maintain their integrity for up to 15 years.
How to care for veneers?
It is not difficult to take care of porcelain veneers, you should:
- Clean them with ordinary brushes and pastes, use rinses and flosses to remove food residues from between the teeth and prevent tooth decay.
- Control the load on the onlays so that they do not shift or break.
- If you have bruxism, wear nighttime mouth guards or forgo the onlays. If an onlay is cracked or broken, it cannot be repaired, but if it has come off, it can be reattached. Save it and show it to your doctor, who will determine if it can be used or if a new one is needed.
Patient Testimonials about Veneers
I had porcelain veneers put in. They did not let me down, my teeth look very natural, the shade was well chosen, they look like natural teeth. I recommend veneers to everyone, don’t hesitate, it is definitely worth it.
Emily. M
There was a choice between veneers and restoration of the front teeth. The doctors recommended the first option. I liked it. The teeth seem perfectly even and healthy. Everything feels ok. I feel almost nothing and nothing bothers me. Thank you, you did not deceive my expectations.
Emma. S
I was amazed at how quickly and efficiently the work was done. The veneers look like real teeth and match the shade of my enamel. Everything was painless and the result exceeded all my expectations.
Oliver. K
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it painful to have veneers placed?
Modern dentistry and advanced anesthesia techniques make the process of veneer placement virtually painless. All unpleasant sensations are minimized and are temporary. In the first few days after the placement of permanent veneers, patients may experience increased tooth sensitivity to hot and cold foods or drinks. This is normal and will subside after a few days as the teeth adapt to the new coatings.
What are veneers for?
Veneers allow you to give your teeth the desired shape, color, and size. Veneers can be used to hide small bite imperfections, gaps between teeth, chips and darkening of enamel.
How do veneers differ from crowns?
A veneer is a plate that covers only the front of the teeth. These designs only work to correct aesthetic imperfections. A crown looks like a cap for a tooth. It covers the tooth from all sides, restoring not only appearance but also functionality.
Are there any contraindications to veneers?
It is important to understand that veneers are an aesthetic procedure that does not affect the functionality of the tooth. Therefore, veneers should not be placed on severely decayed teeth – in this case, crowns are the best solution.
Severe bruxism is also a contraindication. With a mild pathology, veneers can be installed, but you will have to sleep with a mouth guard.
The same applies to athletes: if you are engaged in martial arts or other traumatic activities, wear a mouth guard.
Severe bruxism is also a contraindication. With a mild pathology, veneers can be installed, but you will have to sleep with a mouth guard.
The same applies to athletes: if you are engaged in martial arts or other traumatic activities, wear a mouth guard.
Do I need to keep food restrictions?
You don’t have to change your habits much. It is better to be careful with solid food: candy, nut shells, carrots. For the first time after the installation, you should not abuse coloring products.
What do I need to do before having veneers fitted?
We recommend that our patients undergo oral hygiene before veneers are placed: treat tooth decay and perform professional hygiene. After cleaning, the natural tone of the teeth will be visible. The color of future veneers will be matched to it, as all teeth in the smile area should have the same shade. If the natural color of teeth does not suit the patient and he wants to get a lighter shade, it is possible to perform teeth whitening. Then the color of veneers will be selected taking into account the results of whitening. Before the veneers are placed, the patient must be examined by an orthopedic dentist. Like any other medical procedure, the installation of veneers has its indications and contraindications. Only based on the results of the examination and examination, the doctor will be able to determine whether veneers can solve your problem.
In what cases can veneers be placed without tooth grinding?
First, let’s explain why you need a tooth filing. The thickness of a veneer is approximately 0.3 to 1 mm. Accordingly, the thickness of the tooth will increase by this value after the veneer is placed. Teeth can look disproportionately large and bulging. To avoid this, a layer of tissue approximately equal to the thickness of the veneer is removed. You should not be afraid of the preparation – it is performed for the benefit of the patient. The doctor jeweler grinds the tooth, for example, 0.4 mm. This is a very delicate, almost imperceptible work. In some cases, it is possible to do without preparation at all. Firstly, it is not performed in the case of ultra-thin veneers. Secondly, preparation is not required for microdentistry (small teeth), in some cases – in the presence of cusps, diastemas and erasability. It is only possible to determine whether in a particular case it will be possible to do without preparation after an examination.
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