Veneers White Marsh
Address Nearly All Dental Flaws with One Cosmetic Treatment
In addition to protecting teeth from damage, veneers help to create the perfect smile. That’s one of the many reasons they are one of the most sought-after cosmetic dental treatments! Our team at Dental Designs of Maryland proudly provides custom veneers for our patients who are ready to leave chips, stains, and other noticeable imperfections in the past. So, don’t hesitate to contact our friendly team today to schedule a consultation or ask any questions you have!
Why Choose Dental Designs of Maryland for Veneers?
- Transform Your Grin with a Smile Makeover
- High-Quality, Stain-Resistant Materials Used
- Highly Experienced Cosmetic Dentist on Staff
What Are Dental Veneers?
Veneers are thin shells of high-quality materials, like dental porcelain. They are bonded to the front-facing surface of your teeth, and the size, shape, and shade of each one is customized to your unique smile goals. As a result, they can effortlessly conceal a number of imperfections, including minor chips, considerable gaps, noticeable crookedness, and permanent discoloration.
The Process of Getting Veneers
Veneers are one of the most popular cosmetic dental treatments available today. This is because they can completely transform your smile in just a few visits. If you’re considering veneers, it’s essential to understand the process and what to expect:
Consultation
This is where you’ll sit down with your cosmetic dentist in White Marsh and discuss your goals for your smile makeover. If veneers are right for you, our team will draw up a cost estimate and walk you through all of your payment options.
Prep Work
Once it’s been determined that veneers are the best course of treatment, your dentist will prepare your teeth for them. This usually involves removing a small amount of enamel from your teeth to make room for the veneers. Once this is complete, we can take impressions and place your temporary veneers until your permanent ones have arrived from our dental laboratory.
Placement
Once your teeth are ready, the veneers are placed on top. This usually takes just a few minutes and is relatively painless.
Final Result
After placing the veneers, your dentist will adjust and polish them to ensure a perfect fit and finish. You’ll have a brand-new smile that looks natural and beautiful.
The Benefits of Veneers
Choosing our dental office for your veneer services comes with several advantages:
- Expertise – Our team, led by the renowned Dr. Santos, is highly experienced in cosmetic dentistry, especially veneers. You’re in the hands of professionals who have dedicated their careers to perfecting smiles.
- Quality – We use only the highest quality materials for our veneers and take great care to ensure your smile is perfect.
- Comfort – Your comfort is always our main priority. We will work closely with you to ensure you’re completely comfortable throughout the process.
Meet Dr. Nina-Cecilia Santos
At Dental Designs of Maryland, we are proud to have Dr. Nina-Cecilia Santos on our team. Dr. Santos is the premier cosmetic dentist in the area, and she is regionally renowned for her treatment results, including her work specializing in dental veneers.
During a cosmetic dentistry consultation appointment with Dr. Santos, she will:
- Review your dental goals
- Go over her extensive cosmetic portfolio with you
- Make recommendations about which supplemental procedures might be needed
Dr. Santos has earned her reputation as a leading cosmetic dentist in the Maryland, D.C., and Northern Virginia area. Once you choose to work with Dr. Santos, you choose to have the smile that you’ve always wanted.
Understanding the Cost of Veneers
Since no two patients share the same dental needs or smile goals, it’s impossible for us to provide you with an accurate estimate of the cost of veneers online. We can, however, assure you that we will review all of the financial information at your consultation. We’ll even determine if your dental insurance provider will cover a portion of the cost and, if they won’t, the other payment options we welcome, like CareCredit flexible financing.
Veneers FAQs
Are Veneers Permanent?
Veneers are very durable, and they can potentially last for more than 10 years if you take good care of them. That said, they do not last forever; at some point, they will need to be replaced.
It should be noted that despite the fact that veneers are not permanent, the process of having them placed is considered to be irreversible. Our team will need to take a small amount of enamel off your teeth in order to create the necessary room for veneers. Enamel lacks the means to regenerate itself, so your tooth will be left in a state where it will always need to be protected with a veneer or a crown.
Do Veneers Give You a Lisp?
While it doesn’t always happen, some people do experience a temporary lisp after they first have veneers placed. This is because veneers slightly change the thickness of the teeth, which can affect the way your tongue moves when you’re trying to talk. The result is a lisp that occurs when you try to make certain sounds, such as “s” or “v.”
If your veneers are causing you to lisp, the best thing you can do is give yourself plenty of practice pronouncing the words that are giving you trouble. This will help your tongue adjust to the presence of your veneers faster, which can result in your lisp going away sooner.
How Many Veneers Do I Need?
As you can probably guess, the number of veneers you need will depend heavily on the extent of the changes that you’re trying to make. If there’s only one tooth that requires cosmetic improvement, a single veneer will be enough to help you meet your aesthetic goals. In other cases, you might need anywhere from 6 to 12 veneers in order to create the dazzling, symmetrical smile of your dreams.
Is There Anyone Who Shouldn’t Get Veneers?
Veneers are suitable for making a wide variety of cosmetic corrections, and they can be an excellent choice for many patients. However, you may not be a good candidate for veneers if:
- You have untreated tooth decay. Covering a cavity with a veneer will only make the problem harder to deal with.
- You are suffering from gum disease. Bleeding or swollen gums can affect our ability to take accurate impressions of your mouth, making it more difficult to create veneers that fit as they should.
- You have bruxism that is causing you to grind and clench your teeth at night. Bruxism can put excessive pressure on your veneers, causing them to wear down faster or even break.
Our team will let you know if there are any issues in your mouth that need to be taken care of before you can be considered eligible for veneers.
Does Dental Insurance Cover Veneers?
Dental insurance typically does not help pay for veneers that are placed purely for cosmetic reasons. However, if your veneers have some kind of oral health benefit (such as repairing broken teeth), your insurance company may be willing to offer some level of coverage. Our team will be happy to go over your dental insurance plan with you to make sure that you fully understand your benefits.