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Your smile is the first thing that many people notice about you. A beautiful smile can create a lasting impression. That’s why Encino Family Dental in Encino, CA, offers comprehensive and cosmetic dental care. Our goal is to ensure you a beautiful smile and an unmatched dental experience. One of the services we offer is dental veneers.

What Are Dental Veneers?

Veneers are a relatively simple procedure. They are just a thin covering that we place over your existing tooth to mask or correct any imperfections and discoloration and give your tooth a more natural shape.
When it comes to veneers, you have a range of options to choose from. Different materials can be used, each with their own benefits, and Dr. Yassa can discuss these at length with you to determine what is best to get you the most fitting and natural results. The final results will have you smiling proud.
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What Do Veneers Do?

You can have dental veneers for different purposes. Some of the problems that these additions can fix include:
  • Stained teeth
  • Chipped, ground-down, or otherwise worn teeth
  • Misshapen teeth
  • Crooked teeth
  • Large or uneven gaps between teeth
Veneers can be a relatively quickly cosmetic fix for any minor tooth issue. If you want an easy way to enjoy a beautiful, straight, and white smile, come to our office and talk to us.

What’s the Process?

Each dentist does things a little differently, but for the most part, the steps to get a veneer are simple and straightforward. At Encino Dentist need to get a model of your tooth during your first visit. After a few weeks, the mold is complete, and you can come back to have it polished, cleaned, matched to your other teeth’s color, and bonded to your tooth. After that, you simply enjoy the benefits of your new tooth.

Types of Veneers

There are two types of veneers, each with their own benefits. However, both can bring enormous benefits to your smile, giving your teeth a uniform shape and color.

Composite Veneers

The first type is a composite veneer. This option is easier to repair but can change color over time. They allow for a faster turnaround, though. Giving you a noticeable change in your smile at a lower cost.

Porcelain Veneers

Made based off of a mold of your teeth, porcelain veneers last longer than composite ones. They may take more time, but they can lend your teeth a more natural brightness and maintain their hue better over time.

Caring for Veneers

Much like your teeth themselves, veneers require care and attention. The good news is that cleaning and caring for them is almost identical to caring for your teeth.
However, do choose a non-abrasive toothpaste and soft-bristled toothbrush. Brushing and flossing will need to be consistent parts of your daily routine.
The one difference is that you might want to switch your dental tools up. If you already use a soft-bristled toothbrush with a non-abrasive toothpaste, then you are all set. Otherwise, switching might be a good idea. Harsher bristles and toothpaste can potentially wear down your veneers over time.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do dental veneers cost?

Porcelain veneers cost between $1,000 and $2,500 per tooth, depending on the complexity of the work. Resin composite veneers are typically cheaper than porcelain ones and cost $500 to $1,500 per tooth.

Your doctor might recommend dental veneers if you need to mask one of the following cosmetic issues:

  • Deep stains or severe discoloration
  • Cracked, chipped, or worn-out teeth
  • Minor gaps between the teeth
  • Teeth of uneven length or misshapen teeth
  • Slightly crooked teeth

Additionally, to get dental veneers, you need to have good oral health, with no active gum disease or tooth decay.

With good care, porcelain dental veneers can last for up to 15 years. Resin composite veneers are less durable and typically last for 5 to 7 years. Apart from the materials they are made of, the longevity of your dental veneers depends on your oral hygiene routine, diet, and personal habits. To preserve your veneers for longer, we recommend the following:

  • Avoid hard, crunchy, sticky, and staining foods
  • Maintain thorough daily oral hygiene
  • Abstain from smoking
  • Never use your teeth as tools
  • Wear a mouth guard if you experience bruxism or play extreme or contact sports

Before getting dental veneers, you will undergo a thorough oral exam to determine if you are a good candidate for veneers. You will also be able to discuss your goals and preferences with your cosmetic dentist. Then, your teeth will be prepared for veneer application: some portion of your tooth enamel has to be removed to create space for veneers. After tooth preparation, your dentist will make scans or impressions of your teeth and bite that will be used to custom-make your permanent veneers. While your permanent veneers are being prepared, you will wear temporary veneers to protect your teeth from damage and bacteria.

High-quality porcelain veneers typically look very natural as they closely mimic the appearance of your natural teeth:

  • The surface of veneers has slight irregularities and texture, as our natural teeth are never perfectly smooth and uniform.
  • The shape of your veneers is chosen according to your facial and mouth anatomy
  • The shade of your veneers is matched to your skin tone and age

The majority of modern veneers are made of porcelain, a stain-resistant and durable material. Porcelain veneers look exceptionally natural as this material mimics the slight translucency of natural enamel. Porcelain veneers tend to last 10 to 15 years with good care. 

Another material used for dental veneers is resin composite, the same material that is used for dental fillings and bonding. Composite veneers are less durable than porcelain ones and tend to last 5 to 8 years. However, composite veneers are typically less costly than porcelain ones. 

Veneers do not damage your natural teeth, but the process of veneer application permanently alters your teeth. Before veneers can be placed, your teeth are filed down to create space for veneers. Once enamel is removed in this way, your teeth will require constant artificial protection from acid and bacteria in the mouth. Thus, veneers are an irreversible procedure, and once you get them, you will have to wear them for the rest of your life or replace them with dental crowns.

Typically, dental veneers are not covered by insurance as they are considered a cosmetic procedure. In rare cases, if veneers are used to repair chipped, cracked, or broken teeth, insurance may offer partial coverage. However, most commonly, insurance will cover less costly alternative procedures, such as dental bonding.