Porcelain veneers are a fantastic way to enhance your natural smile, and if you’re considering this option, let’s walk through the process so you know what to expect.
Your Smile Consultation
The first step is a smile consultation. We’ll start by reviewing your medical history and ensuring your oral health is in good shape. If your gums are healthy and there are no underlying issues, we’ll dive into what you envision for your smile. Whether it’s a brighter colour, a smoother texture, or a more refined shape, we’ll discuss your goals in detail. You can even show us photos of smiles you admire, and we’ll guide you through similar results we’ve achieved for other patients.
Planning Your New Smile
Once we’ve established your goals, we’ll take professional photos of your current smile. This helps us create a plan that aligns with your vision. If you’re satisfied with the plan, we’ll then go over the financial aspect, discussing options to ensure there are no surprises later. We offer a range of payment options to make sure the process is convenient and affordable for anyone in need of compassionate dental care.
Designing and Testing Your Veneers
After the planning phase, we’ll take an intraoral scan along with additional photos to send to our expert lab technicians. They’ll use these details to create a digital smile design and wax-up of your future veneers. You’ll have the chance to try temporary wax-ups in your mouth, which gives you a preview of your new smile. If you want to make any tweaks to the design, we’ll work with you until it’s perfect.
The Veneer Preparation Process
Once you’re happy with the design, we move forward with the veneer preparation. This process is minimal – we only reshape areas that are necessary to create the best fit for your veneers. If your teeth need alignment, we might suggest using clear aligners first to avoid unnecessary reshaping.
Bonding Your Veneers
Two weeks after the design is finalised, we’ll place the porcelain veneers onto your teeth. They’ll be bonded securely, ensuring a long-lasting, natural appearance. To help protect your new smile, you’ll also receive a custom night guard. This will help prevent teeth grinding and keep your teeth in position.
Follow-Up and Maintenance
After your veneers are bonded, we’ll schedule a follow-up appointment to make sure everything feels comfortable and looks just how you wanted. During this visit, we’ll also provide oral hygiene tips specifically tailored for maintaining veneers, ensuring they stay in top shape for years to come.
Ready for Your Smile Makeover?
Porcelain veneers are the gold standard for transforming your smile. If you’re ready for an upgrade, reach out to us at With U Dental. We offer complimentary smile consultations and are here to help you every step of the way.