Porcelain Veneers
When it comes to conservative dental solutions that can transform the look of a flawed tooth, not many treatments rival the results provided by high-quality dental veneers. Made of porcelain or composite material, these restorations are designed to be bonded to the fronts of your teeth in order to mask common dental flaws. Dr. Liana Stein, our extensively trained cosmetic dentist, and the talented team at our Staten Island practice are passionate about giving you a stunning smile that makes you look and feel your best using the least invasive techniques available.
What are Porcelain Veneers?
A veneer is an ultra-thin shell designed to hide minor cosmetic imperfections in a tooth, such as stains, gaps, chips, and asymmetries. Porcelain veneers bear a striking resemblance to natural tooth enamel, allowing them to blend in seamlessly with the rest of your teeth. When placed by a highly skilled dentist like Dr. Stein and our team, veneers can feel like a natural part of your smile! In addition, porcelain and composite veneers can be incredibly enduring and last years (if not decades) with good care. Best of all, the entire veneers process only requires two office visits to complete and there is no downtime necessary!
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How Can Porcelain Veneers Enhance My Smile?
Porcelain and composite veneers offer enduring beauty for teeth affected by:
- Damage: Chips, minor cracks, and fissures
- Asymmetries: Gaps and minor misalignments
- Discoloration: Staining, tetracycline stains, grey spots, etc.
- Structural Shortcomings: Worn or short enamel
One of the many benefits offered by porcelain veneers is that the entire process can be completed in as little as two office visits. Dental porcelain, in particular, also has a natural translucency and sheen that mirrors the appearance of natural teeth.
Is a Porcelain Veneer Right for Me?
As a minimally invasive solution to common dental flaws, porcelain and composite veneers can help a wide range of patients rejuvenate their smile. Although a consultation is required to determine whether veneers are the ideal restoration for you, treatment is most successful for patients who:
- Want a long-lasting restoration to hide stains, mild misalignments, gaps, and chips
- Are looking for a minimally invasive treatment that doesn’t require anesthesia
- Have no signs of cavities or gum disease, and maintain relatively good dental health
Dr. Stein and our team can listen to your goals to gain an idea of whether porcelain or composite veneers are the best treatment option for you. Composite veneers function in much of the same way as porcelain veneers, only the tooth-colored composite material is relatively less strong and enduring than porcelain. They can also be more affordable than porcelain veneers while still beautifully concealing minor dental flaws.
There are many other treatments available at our Staten Island practice that can address aesthetic flaws in your teeth, such as teeth whitening and Invisalign®. Our cosmetic dentists can evaluate your needs during a consultation to help determine an excellent solution for your goals.
How is Treatment with Porcelain Veneers Performed?
Porcelain and composite veneers are conveniently placed at our Staten Island office. There is no anesthesia or downtime after treatment, but our team can utilize a topical numbing agent to make your experience more comfortable. After confirming that you’re a good candidate for veneers during a consultation, Dr. Stein will prepare your tooth for the bonding process by creating space to accommodate the restoration. Then, impressions of your teeth will be taken to achieve a natural, comfortable fit. Your porcelain or composite veneer will then be custom-fabricated by an advanced dental lab to mimic the natural shape, size, and color of the affected tooth. Finally, your veneers are fitted and placed during a second appointment, after which you’ll be able to enjoy your new smile indefinitely.
If you have any questions about the many dental services that can elevate your smile, our dentists are committed to providing you with the results you desire. Contact LianaSmiles Dentistry today to book an appointment or to learn more.
“Dr Liana is the most attentive and detail oriented dentist I have ever met in my life! Her professional and individual approach to every case is just what we patients need. I am super happy about what Dr Liana did - my veneers are soooo beautiful, natural , I keep getting compliments about my new smile, thank you Dr Liana for making such a difference in our lives!”