Dental Veneers
Dental Veneers in Springboro, OH
Springboro Dental Center offers durable, attractive, and natural-looking dental veneers in Springboro, OH. Dental veneers are a custom-designed composite or porcelain shell that is bonded to the front of each tooth to enhance its cosmetic appearance and cover up flaws. You may need dental veneers for missing teeth or teeth that are discolored, stained, cracked, damaged, misshapen, uneven, or too small. Call now to schedule a consultation to find out if veneers are the right cosmetic dentistry service for you.
Types of Dental Veneers for Teeth
There are four main types of dental veneers. We can help you decide which is right for your aesthetic goals and lifestyle:
- Porcelain Veneers – Made from a durable, high-grade ceramic material that can be custom dyed to match the color of your teeth. They look natural and are stain-resistant.
- Composite Veneers – Made from a composite resin material that is dyed to match your teeth and then sculpted to look natural. Affordable and fast and require minimal preparation.
- No-prep Veneers – Includes Lumineers and Vivaneers; these are incredibly thin and don’t require any drilling or removal of natural enamel.
- Removable Veneers – Snap-on veneers are a short-term or temporary solution made from a flexible, hard resin that covers the entire arch of teeth rather than each individual tooth. It is the cheapest option available and requires no drilling or enamel removal.
What Dental Problems Can Veneers Fix?
Veneers can correct a wide range of aesthetic and cosmetic concerns. The most common reasons our patients request them are:
- Severe tooth staining or discoloration that can’t be fixed with professional teeth whitening
- Worn down teeth due to teeth grinding or bruxism
- Chipped, fractured, cracked, or broken teeth
- Misalignment or uneven teeth
- Gaps between teeth
- Misshapen teeth or teeth that are much smaller than surrounding teeth
The Dental Veneers Process
The process of getting veneers is different for everyone. After an initial consultation and examination, we will discuss your aesthetic concerns, lifestyle, and goals to determine what type of veneers is right for you. The general process includes:
- Initial exam and consultation
- Digital imaging, including x-rays and digital dental impressions
- Review of your dental and medical history and lifestyle
- Shade and shape selection
- Diagnostic wax model to assess fit and size
- Tooth preparation, including enamel removal
- Temporary veneer fabrication and placement
- Fabrication of permanent veneers
- Etching and cleaning of natural teeth
- Final permanent placement and bonding of veneers
- Light curing and hardening
- Cleaning and polishing
- Post-procedure check-in and assessment
Benefits of Dental Veneers
Veneers are one of the most effective long-term cosmetic dentistry solutions for minor aesthetic issues. Some of the biggest benefits of getting dental veneers are:
- Flawless, natural appearance and custom color matching options
- High stain resistance
- Conservative tooth preparation
- Instant solutions for multiple aesthetic concerns
- Immediate boost in confidence and self-esteem
- Low-maintenance and long-term solution
How Long Do Veneers Last & How to Care for Them?
Dental veneers can last between five and 20 years depending on the material and whether you properly care for them. No-prep and porcelain veneers last between 10 and 20 years, while composite veneers can last between four and eight years. To maintain the safety, beauty, and function of your veneers and extend their lifespan, care for them properly:
- Brush twice per day with a soft toothbrush and non-abrasive toothpaste.
- Floss at least once per day.
- Don’t use your teeth to open packages.
- Don’t bite your nails, pens or pencils, or other objects.
- Don’t chew ice or other hard, sticky, or crunchy foods.
- Wear a custom nightguard to bed and a mouthguard when playing contact sports.
- Limit your consumption of acidic or staining foods and beverages.
- Quit smoking and using tobacco products.
- Visit us every six months for a professional dental cleaning and exam.
Why Choose Springboro Dental Center for Dental Composite Veneers
Springboro Dental Center offers custom, modern cosmetic dentistry services. Our goals are to restore the beauty of your smile and your confidence and self-esteem by addressing issues like staining, discoloration, gaps, uneven smiles, misalignment, and tooth damage. We will design a personalized treatment plan that combines multiple services so that you can obtain the smile of your dreams. Our dental veneers can repair visual imperfections and address concerns while preserving your natural tooth enamel and protecting your oral health.
Schedule a Consultation for Composite Dental Veneers
Let us help you get the smile you have always dreamed of. Call us now or contact us online to schedule a consultation for porcelain or composite dental veneers in Springboro, OH. We’ll help you find long-term, modern, and natural-looking solutions for a range of cosmetic concerns, from chipped or cracked teeth to severely discolored teeth.
FAQs About Dental Veneers
Dental veneers are very thin shells that are custom designed and fabricated to fit snugly over the front part of each tooth. They are made to look just like your natural teeth, but can address cosmetic concerns like stains, cracks, chips, and other issues. Veneers are permanently bonded to your tooth to change its size, shape, color, or overall appearance.
With proper care, porcelain veneers can last 15-20 years, while no-prep veneers can last between 10-20 years. Composite veneers can last between four and eight years with proper care and maintenance.
You can visit our Smile Gallery to see before and after photos of real patients who have undergone dental veneers from our office.