Key Points:
- Porcelain veneers deliver better aesthetics and performance than other options
- Veneers are an excellent solution to many different smile imperfections
- Finding a dentist with the right approach and technology is key to your results
There are many different cosmetic treatments out there for people who aren’t fully happy with their smiles. Porcelain veneers are among the most widely used, offering an aesthetic solution for a wide range of potential issues.
When you're considering veneers to revamp your smile, make sure to choose quality materials and an expert cosmetic dentist.
What Are the Highest Quality Veneers?
Veneers are a cosmetic dentistry treatment that replaces a thin layer of your tooth with some type of material, such as porcelain. The dentist removes about 0.3mm of enamel to allow the veneer to sit flat, where it presents a natural and flawless appearance. Some patients may even qualify for no-prep veneers, where no tooth structure is shaved at all. However, not all veneers are equal.
Porcelain is generally considered to be the highest quality material for veneers. These veneers are strong and durable, providing a long-lasting improvement for your smile. The material is also slightly translucent, just like enamel. Porcelain enables the most natural-looking smile possible.
There are other types of ceramic that are also used to make veneers. Some provide their own unique benefits, but they can’t compete with the natural appearance offered by porcelain.
Composite resin veneers are an option today as well, but these are fundamentally different from porcelain veneers. Instead of a carefully crafted custom veneer based on 3D scans and imaging of your teeth, the dentist manually shapes the composite resin.
The treatment involves removing some enamel and then applying the composite resin, which is widely used in fillings and dental bonding. The dentist then sculpts the resin and cures it. This delivers less impressive results, along with reduced durability, staining, and gum inflammation.
Due to its strength, durability, and natural appearance, porcelain is the material that provides the highest quality veneers to perfect your smile.
Choosing the Right Veneers
Porcelain veneers are an excellent solution for many different imperfections and issues you may have with your smile. They’re among the best options for resolving:
- Cracked or chipped teeth
- Gapped or crowded teeth
- Permanently stained teeth
- Disproportionate or misshapen teeth
Even if you don’t have any specific issues with your smile, veneers can be the solution to take your smile to the next level. Your porcelain veneers are custom-made to provide the smile of your dreams, so anything is possible.
When finding the right practice to handle your veneers, you want to make sure that they’re up to date on all the latest technology. In the past, physical impressions had to be taken in order to create your veneers. Today, technology has come much further.
At the right dental practice, your smile design process will involve a variety of 3D imaging and design software. You’ll be able to see what your smile will look like before the dentist begins work, and you can even touch and feel a printed 3D model.
This sophisticated process lets you provide meaningful feedback that your dentist can implement in your smile design.
How Much Do Veneers Cost?
Veneers can range widely in cost. There are many different types of veneers that are created and applied in various ways. When choosing your veneers, though, the cost isn’t the primary factor to consider.
High-quality porcelain veneers can cost more than other types. However, they are also more durable and reliable. You might pay more at the start, but your beautiful, restored smile will last longer.
There’s also the fact that many lower-cost alternatives simply can’t deliver the beautiful appearance of porcelain. Choosing composite resin to reduce costs can leave you with sub-par results.
Overall, veneers are considered an affordable option for the level of improvement they provide for your smile.
What Type of Dentist Is Best for Veneers?
When you need veneers or any cosmetic procedure, you will want to choose a dentist who can provide the best results. You want an experienced cosmetic dentist with the necessary training and experience in this specialization like Dr. Mina Antoun or Dr. Mary at Sapphire Smiles.
It’s also important to choose a dentist who stays up to date with the latest developments in cosmetic dentistry. Continuing education and other practices ensure that your dentist is using the best techniques and technology available during your treatment.
Communication is also key. A good cosmetic dentist takes the time to hear your feedback and engages you during the smile design process.
With the right smile design process and technology, your dentist can provide you with exceptional results. Your porcelain veneers will provide a beautiful smile that’s been carefully tailored to you as an individual — not a standard look.
The highly trained cosmetic dentists at Sapphire Smiles provide an exceptionally personal and customized experience including all of these important elements for patients seeking the highest quality veneers.
A Comfortable Experience and Exceptional Results
If you’re concerned about the appearance of your smile, high-quality porcelain veneers from Sapphire Smiles in Houston, TX, could be just what you need. Our thorough smile design process provides highly detailed veneers that can give you the smile of your dreams.
Throughout your entire treatment, you’ll be calm and comfortable in our spa-like environment. You’ll receive a unique experience with warm towels and blankets, Beats headphones, and even TVs on the ceiling during your treatment. Schedule an appointment with our highly qualified cosmetic dentist today to find out whether veneers are right for you.