Veneers – Fuquay-Varina, NC
Give Yourself a Hollywood Smile
If you’re unhappy with the appearance of your smile, there are all sorts of treatments out there that can help. After all, you want to feel confident while you’re showing off a grin. But what if you want to change more than one thing about your pearly whites? At Langworthy Family Dentistry, Dr. Kristen Langworthy offers high-quality veneers so you can give yourself a Hollywood smile! For more information or to schedule a consultation, give us a call!
Why Choose Langworthy Family Dentistry for Veneers?
- Dentist is a Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
- Can Last for More Than 15 Years with Proper Maintenance
- Customized for Each Patient to Ensure a Natural Appearance
What are Dental Veneers?
Dental veneers are thin shells of porcelain that are placed over the front-facing surfaces of the teeth to cover aesthetic imperfections. The natural-looking, durable porcelain can be used to conceal a single damaged tooth or a mouthful of cosmetic flaws. Generally, dental veneers are used to address teeth that are chipped, gapped, misaligned, misshapen, stained, or undersized.
The Process of Getting Veneers
The first step of the veneer process is your initial consultation. At this time, you are able to discuss the goals that you have for your smile with Dr. Langworthy. This way, it can be determined whether or not this restoration can help.
Once it’s confirmed that you make a good candidate for the procedure, a small portion of the enamel is removed from the front-facing surface of the teeth and an impression is made. The impression will be sent to a dental laboratory where your veneers will be crafted. In the meantime, you are given temporary ones to wear that will protect your teeth and allow you to become accustomed to how your final veneers will feel.
Once your custom veneers are ready, you will be able to return to the practice, and they will be cemented into place. At this time, small adjustments can be made to give you a perfectly comfortable and natural-looking smile!
The Benefits of Veneers
Veneers have all sorts of benefits for patients who was to achieve a flawless smile. Here are just a handful of them:
- Resistant to Stains: Veneers resist stains much better than your natural tooth enamel, so they can ultimately be used as a long-term whitening solution.
- Long-Lasting: With proper maintenance, veneers can last upwards of 15 years.
- Natural-Looking: Veneers are carefully placed so they appear perfectly natural. No one will even be able to tell that they aren’t part of your natural teeth.
- Personalized: Dental veneers are crafted to be the perfect size, shape, and color to blend in seamlessly with the rest of your smile.
Veneers FAQs
So, let’s say you’re sold on getting veneers. That’s great news! However, you want to address some concerns before making a final decision. Well, we at Langworthy Family Dentistry came prepared: Below are some answers to frequently asked questions about the veneer process. Please read them over to understand what to expect from your potential treatment.
If the listed questions and answers don’t cover the facts you want, don’t worry; feel free to contact our office for more details!
Are Veneers Permanent?
Technically speaking, veneers aren’t permanent; even the longest-lasting ones need replacement. Due to the treatment’s effects, though, they’re still considered irreversible.
In truth, veneer placement files away some of your tooth enamel. Doing so ensures the layers fit on your teeth properly. Unfortunately, this filing weakens tooth surfaces since enamel doesn’t grow back. As a result, veneers must stay on your teeth to protect them.
Is it Painful to Get Veneers?
A veneer treatment shouldn’t cause you any pain. After all, your dental provider will ensure it’s as smooth and comfortable as possible.
For the procedure itself, your dentist will numb the sensations in your mouth. That way, the placement process won’t hurt. At most, you’ll only feel pressure from the veneers being placed over your pearly whites.
Post-treatment, you may experience mild soreness or discomfort. In particular, there’s a chance you’ll feel a sharp pain when you bite into something hot or cold. Rest assured, though, that this effect will fade after a few days. In the meantime, you can manage it with painkillers and saltwater rinses.
Do Veneers Feel Like Real Teeth?
Before treatment, you might worry that your future veneers will feel bulky or unnatural. Thankfully, though, this fear is baseless.
In nearly all cases, patients report that their veneers feel pretty natural. In fact, they often don’t even notice them when talking or eating! This result makes sense, too, as veneers are carefully crafted to fit perfectly over your teeth. Furthermore, the material is smooth and doesn’t irritate your mouth tissues.
How Much Do Veneers Cost on Average?
Compared to other cosmetic dental work, veneers have a higher cost. In particular, porcelain ones range from $925 to $2,500 per tooth. This price stems from the service’s high-quality material, which is durable and stain-resistant.
Fortunately, the Langworthy Family Dentistry team has ways to make treatment affordable. Should the procedure be medically necessary, we’ll work with your insurance to get you the proper benefits. Our in-house savings plan would also give you a 15% discount if the veneers are needed. You could even take advantage of our office’s CareCredit financing, which splits the cost of care into monthly installments.