Veneers – Maple Valley, WA
Cover Dental Flaws and Enhance Your Appearance
One of the first things people notice about you is the quality of your smile, and it’s natural to want to make a positive impression. However, if you’re feeling self-conscious about aesthetic imperfections in your teeth, you might avoid spending time with others.
Thankfully, Dr. Singh can place porcelain veneers to cover dental flaws and enhance your appearance. Continue reading to learn more about this popular cosmetic service and who it might benefit!
Why Choose Four Corners Family Dentistry for Veneers?
- Customizable, Tooth-Colored Materials
- Advanced Technology for Improved Accuracy
- Resilient, Long-Lasting Results
What Are Dental Veneers?
Veneers are thin shells usually made from tooth-colored porcelain that are customized to resemble, or improve, the color, shape, and size of your natural enamel. Then, they’re cemented to the fronts of your teeth to hide flaws, such as chips, cracks, stubborn stains, mild misalignments, and slight gaps.
These restorations are less porous than enamel, so they’re better able to resist damage and discoloration. They are also coated with a glaze durable enough to help shield the underlying tooth from harm. They’re not intended to be removed once they’re cemented in place, and often last 15+ years with proper care.
The Process of Getting Veneers
Typically, getting veneers involves at least two visits over a period of several weeks. During your initial appointment, Dr. Singh will examine your teeth and gums and treat any areas of concern that might adversely affect the outcome.
Then, to ensure that the covers will fit correctly, our team must remove a small amount of enamel. Next, we’ll make impressions of your mouth that will be shared with a dental laboratory to design your custom-fitted shells, which can sometimes take a couple of weeks to complete.
We’ll likely place temporary veneers to protect your smile until the permanent ones arrive. Once they are delivered to our office, we’ll schedule a final fitting with you to ensure they’re functioning as intended before cementing them in place.
The Benefits of Veneers
There are several excellent reasons to consider getting veneers in Maple Valley, including:
- Lifelike appearance. These restorations are made from customizable porcelain that reflects light like enamel and matches your natural teeth for beautiful results you can feel proud of.
- Boosted confidence. Looking and feeling like your best self can improve your self-esteem, leading to better professional achievements and more meaningful relationships.
- Long-lasting results. The covers often last 15 years or more as long as you take care of them correctly.
- Easy maintenance. Keeping your veneers in good shape is as easy as implementing a twice-daily at-home dental hygiene routine, choosing foods carefully, and visiting our team for routine visits every six months.
- Resilient materials. The ceramic is strong enough to resist chips, cracks, and stains, and helps protect the underlying teeth.
Understanding the Cost of Veneers
Most dental insurance policies don’t include the cost of veneers because they’re typically considered a cosmetic enhancement that’s intended to improve your appearance more than your dental health. As a result, many patients want to know what they can expect to pay to achieve their smile goals.
This service often ranges between $500 and $2,500+ per tooth. However, the final invoice can depend on factors unique to your circumstances, such as how many restorations are required, how the shells are made, whether insurance contributes, and if other services are needed to improve your dental health before proceeding.
If you’re worried you can’t afford to upgrade your grin, you might benefit from a flexible financial plan through CareCredit. If your application is approved, you can divide the cost of your treatment into more manageable installments over a designated period.