Dental Veneers Torrance
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Dana Samet, DDS
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3500 West Lomita Boulevard Suite 303 Torrance, CA 90505
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An Interview With Dr. Samet, A Qualified Dentist In Torrance

Does the veneer application process hurt?



The process should not hurt.

How will my teeth look between the veneer application visits?



Your teeth will look the same as your natural teeth. You will have temps for the two weeks before delivery.

If just my upper teeth have veneers, won't my bottom teeth look strange, as if they don't match?



Dentist can match your upper veneers to your natural lower teeth.

What are porcelain veneers?



Veneers are thin porcelain shells that are cemented onto your front teeth. Veneers will cover stains, broken or chipped teeth.

How long do porcelain veneers last?



Veneers generally last 5 to 10 years, each case is different and may have other factors that would impact the result of your veneers.

Will porcelain veneers look like my natural teeth?



Porcelain veneers do look like your natural teeth.

Does a veneer protect the tooth from decay?



Veneers with proper home care and regular dental check ups can help prevent decay.

What is the average cost of a veneer?



The average cost of a veneer is difficult to say. It depends on the cost of material. Our veneers are anywhere from $985.00 to $1300.00.

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



While every effort is made to remove as little of the tooth structure as possible in the placement of porcelain veneers, each treatment case is different which would create an unique result. Any time you change the tooth structure there may be an increase in risk of trauma to the tooth. Some patients may experience minor tooth sensitivity for a week or so after the veneers are placed.

How long does applying veneers take?



Veneer preparation is about 1 hour. Two weeks from there another 1 hr appointment is given to deliver veneers.

What dental problems can veneers correct?



Veneers are custom-designed shells, when applied over the surface of a tooth the dentist can cover worn tooth enamel, uneven tooth alignment, spacing, chips or cracks.

Are veneers covered by insurance?



Most insurances will not cover veneers. It is best to call your insurance company and ask what type of coverage you have. Each insurance policy is unique to its own underwritings. Another option is to ask your dentist to send out a pre determination to see if the procedure is covered.

How many teeth will need veneers?



6 veneers on top and 6 veneers on the bottom would be best, but there really is no minimum.