Ready to achieve your dream smile? Dental veneers could be the best treatment for you! Dental veneers are thin, custom-made shells of tooth-colored material that are bonded to the front surface of your teeth to dramatically improve their appearance. They are a highly popular cosmetic solution used to correct a wide range of issues, including chips, cracks, minor misalignment, uneven spacing, or stubborn discoloration that professional whitening can't fix.
Our veneers at Midtown Dental in Raleigh are designed to look incredibly natural, providing a beautiful, durable, and instantly straight and bright smile with minimal reshaping of your natural tooth structure. The type of material chosen for your veneers influences their cost, durability, and the amount of preparation needed for your natural teeth. Our top veneer systems at Midtown Dental include:
Porcelain Veneers
These are custom-made in a dental laboratory and are considered the gold standard for aesthetics and longevity. Porcelain is highly resistant to staining and perfectly mimics the light-reflecting properties of natural tooth enamel, providing the most lifelike and durable result. They typically require two appointments: one for preparation and impressions, and a second for bonding the final veneers.
Ceramic Veneers
This term is often used interchangeably with porcelain, as porcelain is a type of ceramic. High-quality ceramic materials are known for their exceptional strength and precise color-matching to your surrounding teeth, offering a superior and long-lasting cosmetic solution.
Composite Veneers
This type is created using a tooth-colored resin material (the same material used for tooth-colored fillings) that is applied directly to the tooth, sculpted, and hardened with a high-intensity light. Composite veneers are usually completed in a single visit. They are typically a more cost-effective option, though they are generally less durable and more susceptible to staining than porcelain or ceramic.
Dental Veneer Placement: What to Expect
Receiving veneers is a carefully planned process designed to enhance the appearance of your smile while maintaining the natural health of your teeth. It begins with a thorough consultation and smile design appointment, where our dentists discuss your aesthetic goals and use digital images and models to map out the ideal outcome for your unique smile.
Next, the teeth are prepared to ensure a precise and comfortable fit. In most cases, only a minimal amount of enamel, often less than a millimeter, is gently removed from the front surface of each tooth. This allows the veneers to fit seamlessly without appearing bulky, preserving as much natural tooth structure as possible.
Once the teeth are prepared, a digital scan or traditional impression is taken and sent to a dental laboratory, where your custom veneers are carefully fabricated. Temporary veneers may be placed during this time to protect your teeth and maintain aesthetics.
The final step is the bonding appointment. Each veneer is carefully positioned and permanently adhered to your teeth using a strong dental adhesive. Any necessary adjustments are made to ensure a natural bite, optimal comfort, and a flawless, lifelike appearance. The result is a beautiful, durable smile that reflects your personal style and enhances your confidence. At Midtown Dental, we guide you through each step with attention, care, and a focus on creating results that are both stunning and long-lasting.
Transform Your Smile with Dental Veneers
Ready to transform your smile with beautiful, custom-designed veneers? Don't wait to achieve the confident smile you deserve. Call us today to schedule your personalized veneer consultation and smile design appointment!
