What are porcelain veneers?

Dental veneers are a painless and easy way to achieve the smile you've always wanted. Veneers can correct teeth that are broken, chipped, discolored, crooked, or misshapen.

Does a veneer protect the tooth from decay?

You can still experience tooth decay with dental veneers. Always, brush and floss regularly and practice good oral health care and diet.

What is the average cost of a veneer?

The cost of dental veneers varies depending on the materials used and other factors. Find a trusted dentist to discuss whether dental veneers might benefit you and fit into your budget. Many quality dentists will work with their patients to arrange flexible payment options. The most important factors are your good health, your personal goals, and what options you have for achieving them.

Will porcelain veneers look like my natural teeth?

Dental veneers are a painless and easy way to achieve the smile you've always wanted. Veneers can correct teeth that are broken, chipped, discolored, crooked, or misshapen. Made of porcelain, the thin, semi-translucent veneers are bonded to the front of your teeth. They are durable, stain-resistant, and natural looking. Your dentist and you can discuss how you'd like the veneer to look. Veneers can be created to achieve any desired result.

How long do porcelain veneers last?

Veneers are very durable; however, determining how long they will last is based on many different factors and lifestyle habits. While there's no set formula for determining the longevity of your veneers, many experts say veneers can last between 10 and 15 years. The dentists at Alpine Dental Health in Fort Collins, Colorado, know a lot about dental veneers and smile makeovers. In every case, their treatment plans address the critical mouth mechanics necessary for long-lasting health and comfort. At its core, dentistry must address a patient's overall oral health, and it's a mistake to focus on appearance alone without considering the bigger picture. Form must follow function. You wouldn't hang new drapes in a house with a crumbling foundation. If your dentist doesn't factor in your overall oral health and function in your treatment plan, cosmetic work can fail, resulting in pain, broken veneers or implants, and additional problems that may need to be corrected in the future.