Veneers Braintree
Transform Your Smile in a Few Appointments
An attractive smile can boost your confidence, make you look younger, and give the impression that you are successful and approachable. But what if your teeth have noticeable aesthetic flaws? We invite you to trust us as your cosmetic dentist “near me” in Braintree. After we learn about you and your goals for treatment, we might recommend that you get veneers. This transformative treatment can disguise a range of flaws and help you achieve your ideal look.
Why Choose Dr. George Salem and Associates, PC of Braintree for Veneers?
- Experienced Dentist and Caring Team
- Natural-Looking Results
- Treatment Tailored to Your Preferences
What Are Veneers?
Veneers are small, custom-designed pieces of porcelain that we attach to the fronts of patients’ teeth. We carefully choose their size, shape, and color to complement your natural facial characteristics and oral anatomy. They can disguise a broad range of imperfections, including:
- Cracks and chips
- Discoloration
- Asymmetrical teeth
- Teeth that are too small
- Small gaps between the teeth
- And more!
What Is the Process for Getting Veneers?
First, you’ll attend a consultation with our team. We’ll learn about your oral health and ask you questions about what you want to accomplish with your treatment. We might recommend that you undergo some preliminary treatments, such as teeth whitening, before you move ahead with veneers.
Once you are ready for veneers, you can expect your treatment to take at least two appointments. At the first appointment, your teeth will be prepared. This involves removing a bit of enamel so your veneers don’t make your smile look bulky or unnatural. Then, we use images and impressions of your teeth to design your veneers.
You’ll wear temporary veneers while a laboratory fabricates your permanent ones. When your permanent ones are ready, we will attach them to your teeth.
What Are the Benefits of Veneers?
Veneers offer some outstanding benefits, including:
- They are durable enough to stand up to most foods.
- They are incredibly natural-looking.
- The porcelain used to make them is nonporous, which means it is highly resistant to stains.
- Caring for veneers is neither time-consuming nor complicated. Gentle and thorough oral hygiene, along with precautions to prevent breakage, can help your new smile stand the test of time.
Do you believe that veneers might be right for you? Contact us today to ask questions about this treatment or schedule your cosmetic consultation.
Understanding the Cost of Veneers
The cost of veneers depends on a few factors, including the number of veneers that are required in your unique case and more. During your consultation, we can share an estimate with you and help you understand your payment options. Veneers are one of the higher-priced cosmetic treatment options, but their outstanding longevity and beauty make them an excellent choice for anyone who wants to enjoy a gorgeous smile for many years to come.
Veneer FAQs
Is It Painful to Get Veneers?
Not at all! Getting veneers is a generally comfortable process. In fact, most patients report feeling little to no pain during the process. We begin the preparatory procedure by gently numbing the area before reshaping the enamel. This allows you to stay oblivious to any pain throughout your appointment.
After the procedure, it’s normal to feel a bit of sensitivity to hot or cold foods for a few days as your teeth recover. If the discomfort becomes too annoying, over-the-counter pain relievers usually help with any temporary soreness. You can also rinse your mouth with warm salty water to get some relief.
Are Veneers Permanent?
The shells that are bonded to your teeth will wear out over the course of fifteen to twenty years. However, the procedure that prepares your smile for them is permanent. In order to have your enhancements sit flat against your natural teeth, a small amount of enamel—about the width of a mechanical pencil lead—is carefully removed.
Because enamel has no way of healing itself, this means that you will always need veneers to cover the vulnerable areas of your smile going forward. However, because the veneers themselves last so long, you may only need to have them replaced two to three times over a lifetime, or less if you take immaculate care of your oral health.
Can Veneers Be Used for Bite Corrections?
Veneers can be fitted in such a way that they improve the appearance of minor bite issues, such as small gaps, slight crowding, or uneven teeth. However, this is all about aesthetics. They aren’t designed to correct bite alignment problems.
For cases such as overbites and crossbites, orthodontic treatment with Invisalign is a better option. This will not only restore the appearance of your teeth but also their structure, strengthening your smile.
At our Braintree dental office, our veneers dentists will look at your bite during your consultation and recommend the best treatment plan for you.
How Many Veneers Will I Need?
One of the exciting things about veneers is how flexible they can be. If you only have a single problem tooth, one veneer is all that’s necessary, but you can always add more. The number of veneers you need really depends on your vision for your smile.
Your “smile zone” is made up of the six to eight teeth that get exposed when your lips pull up. Enhancing these teeth alone will drastically improve your appearance when you smile and can be a better option for a smile makeover if you’re on a budget.
During your consultation, we’ll look at your teeth, discuss your expectations, and create a custom plan that meets your goals.