What is the average cost of a veneer?

The cost of a veneer is similar to the cost of a crown.

What are porcelain veneers?

Veneers are made with a thin, translucent, porcelain coating applied to those teeth that are visible when you smile. They are as strong as your own teeth and are resistant to discoloration and chipping. Veneers can be applied to improve color, size, or shape of teeth and to fill in gaps between teeth.

How long do porcelain veneers last?

Veneers can last as long as ten years depending on the quality of care and maintenance that you and your dentist give them.

Will porcelain veneers look like my natural teeth?

Yes. We make sure that you play a vital role in choosing the color and shape of your veneers because we want you to have a beautiful, natural and healthy smile.

Does a veneer protect the tooth from decay?

While veneers can improve the aesthetic appearance of your teeth, you must still maintain a good oral home-care routine of proper brushing and flossing along with regular dental check-ups to help prevent tooth decay and periodontal disease.

Are veneers covered by insurance?

Some insurance companies consider veneers a cosmetic procedure that is not covered under the traditional dental plan, while some insurance companies will cover this treatment. It is recommended that you ask the treatment coordinator at your dental office to file a pre-determination with your insurance company before treatment is started to find out the specific coverage for your particular dental plan.

What dental problems can veneers correct?

Veneers are used to improve color, size or shape of one or more teeth, and fill gaps between teeth.

Do Veneers cause any risk to a tooth's structure?

Natural tooth structure does need to be reduced for the veneer to be placed on top of the tooth.

How long does applying veneers take?

This procedure may require two or three visits. First, your dentist will help you choose the right veneer shade for you. Your teeth are then prepared and an impression is taken. Temporary veneers will be applied. During your return visit, the veneers will be checked for color and fitted to your teeth before being bonded onto them permanently.