Veneers

What are veneers?

Veneers are thin layers that cover the front surface of your natural teeth to give proper shape, color, and alignment. They fit to the specifics of your mouth and last 10-20 years, depending on how proactive you are with oral hygiene.

The practice at Orange Coast Dental Specialty uses Bioclear®, which is a high-tech, same-day treatment that’s minimally invasive. With traditional porcelain veneers, your dentist has to shave down healthy tooth enamel to make room for the veneers. Bioclear eliminates this process by creating a composite shaped by clear mylar that wraps around your teeth. 

Who is a candidate for veneers?

During your consultation at Orange Coast Dental Specialty, your cosmetic dentist evaluates your dental health to determine if veneers are right for you. Veneers are typically recommended for conditions, including:

• Discolored teeth (staining due to antibiotic use or trauma)
• Undersized teeth
• Gaps between teeth
• Chipped or cracked teeth
• Uneven edges around teeth

If your oral health is good, it’s most likely you’ll be a candidate for veneers. 

What oral health requirements are needed for veneers?

Your evaluation with your cosmetic dentist determines if your mouth is healthy enough to get veneers. Oral health requirements include:

• Healthy teeth and gums
• No evidence of grinding your teeth
• Enough enamel on your teeth

If you have discolored teeth that whitening treatments can’t help, consider veneers. Discoloration isn’t always an indication of an unhealthy tooth. Veneers are used on stained teeth to give them a bright, white appearance.

What are the benefits of veneers?

Veneers are offered at Orange Coast Dental Specialty due to its many benefits. Advantages of veneers treatment include:

• Dramatically improves your smile
• Cost-effective compared to other treatments
• Brightens teeth
• Tolerated easily by your gums
• Strengthens teeth

Veneers are long-lasting, natural-looking, and have the ability to correct an unwanted appearance of your teeth. If you’re looking to smile with confidence, veneers might be the right choice for you.

Meeting with the professionals at Orange Coast Dental Specialty helps determine if veneers are the best choice. To schedule a consultation with the team, call or book your appointment online today.