What problems can Porcelain Veneers correct?

Porcelain Veneers can be used to correct the appearance of worn tooth enamel, uneven tooth alignment or spacing, tooth discoloration, and chips or cracks.

Are Porcelain Veneers painful?

NO. The procedure is always performed under local anesthesia. We also have IV Sedation option performed by a certified anesthesiologist at an extra cost. After the procedure, you come back with a prescription of analgesics to control any possible discomfort

What's the difference between a dental crown and a porcelain veneer?

While both of these restorations give the same cosmetic end result, crowns encase the entire tooth, whereas Porcelain Venners only cover over its front surface. Also, a crown involves far more tooth trimming when it's placed. Porcelain veneers are wafer thin. They usually measure .3 to .6 millimeters in thickness as opposed to a crown's 2 millimeters or more. This means that significantly less tooth grinding is required when veneers are placed, and no trimming is needed on the backside. With some veneering techniques no tooth reduction is needed at all

Are Porcelain Veneers reversible?

There are some porcelain veneers that allow that option. Others do not, But don’t be afraid! Once you see the effect on the appearance of your new smile, you won’t see your old teeth again, we promise!

How long will Porcelain Veneers last?

The life of the Porcelain Veneers will be influenced by the way it is used and taken care of, but they should last forever!

We’ll make some recommendations, like wear a night-time splint that will prevent teeth’s grinding. In the unlikely event that something could happen to an ultra-thin Porcelain Veneer, this can be changed individually. Unidental offers an unconditional guarantee of one year.

Does my Dental Insurance cover porcelain Veneers?

Most insurance companies will not cover procedures whose only purpose is making a cosmetic change for a tooth. Most of Porcelain Veneer cases fall into this category. Some exceptions are made if placing them also provides some important non-cosmetic benefit. This might include correcting some type of dental health issue.

Like we accept MOST of the US dental insurance companies, we can request a pre-treatment –estimate authorization ONLY when your situation may qualify, we’ll fill out the needed insurance forms on your behalf in hope of gaining pre-treatment authorization for performing the work