Veneers – Columbia, MO
Fully Transform Your Smile in Just Two Visits
When you look in the mirror, do you see a beautiful smile you’re proud to share, or do you see chips, cracks, and stains you want to hide? If it’s the latter, don’t let a flawed smile get in your way! At Columbia Healthy Smiles, we offer dental patients a wide range of cosmetic dentistry services to meet any need, including veneers! If you’d like to find out more about the treatment process, call our Columbia dental team to schedule an appointment today.
Why Choose Columbia Healthy Smiles for Veneers?
- Highly Durable, Lifelike Materials
- Experienced Husband-and-Wife Team
- Team That Focuses on Long-Term Dental Care
What are Dental Veneers?
Veneers are thin sheaths of dental-grade porcelain that are affixed to the front-facing surfaces of teeth. Some of the many cosmetic flaws we can conceal are:
- Chipped teeth
- Small, surface-level dental cracks
- Deep-set staining that does not respond to teeth whitening
- Uneven spacing between teeth
- Crooked or overlapping teeth that are not negatively affecting the way the bite fits together
Each patient is different, and veneers are not the right option for everyone. Before we recommend this cosmetic solution, you’ll need to visit our dental office for a consultation. We’ll examine your smile and help you determine whether or not veneers are your best cosmetic dentistry option. At the consultation, we also determine how many teeth need veneers and whether to treat the top, bottom, or both arches.
The Process of Getting Veneers
Patients who choose veneers will need to visit Columbia Healthy Smiles for two treatment appointments. During the first visit, we numb the area around the teeth. Then, we remove a tiny amount of surface enamel. This allows the porcelain veneers to lay flat on top of the teeth, blending flawlessly into the natural smile line. A series of bite impressions are captured, and we use these impressions to design your custom veneers. Diagnostic X-rays, bite impressions, and our designs are all sent to a trusted dental lab where your veneers will be crafted. To protect the prepared teeth, temporary veneers are placed.
You’ll return for the second appointment after we receive the custom restorations from our lab. As long as you’re happy with the look and feel of your veneers, this second visit is very short. In rare cases, we’ll need to make adjustments to the design and send the veneers back to the lab. However, most patients leave following their second appointment with flawless smiles.
The Benefits of Veneers
Here are a few of the many reasons veneers are so widely loved:
- They can transform your smile in just two appointments.
- They can conceal a wide range of dental imperfections simultaneously.
- They can last for a decade or longer with proper care.
- They are easy to maintain.
- They are custom-made for each patient.
- They are stain-resistant.
How Do I Care for My Veneers
For the most part, you’ll continue to care for your teeth in the same way. You’ll need to brush your teeth twice a day, floss daily, and visit our dental office at least twice each year. We do recommend choosing an extra soft toothbrush and non-abrasive toothpaste as well as breaking bad habits, like smoking, as well. This goes a long way in ensuring the longevity of your veneers.
Understanding the Cost of Veneers
If you want an estimate of the cost of your smile transformation, then schedule a consultation with us so we can learn all about your dental needs and smile goals! This is important because – without certain information, like the number of veneers you need – we can’t provide you with an accurate price. At your appointment, we will also review the financial solutions available to you, including CareCredit, to prevent navigating the cost from becoming stressful.