Dental veneers are a transformative cosmetic treatment that covers imperfections and reshapes your teeth to create a brighter, more balanced smile. By placing thin, custom-made porcelain shells over the front surfaces of your teeth, veneers help correct discoloration, chips, gaps, and minor misalignment.
Veneers are often recommended when you want to improve the look of your smile without extensive dental procedures, whether you have stubborn stains, worn enamel, or uneven spacing.
Summary: Porcelain veneers are a safe, minimally invasive way to achieve a natural-looking, confident smile. This treatment improves the appearance of your teeth and supports long-term dental health with durable, stain-resistant materials.
We provide porcelain veneers at our dental office in Boulder, CO.
What Are Porcelain Veneers?
Porcelain veneers are thin, custom-made shells that are bonded to the front of your teeth. Designed to mimic the appearance of natural enamel, they can correct a wide range of cosmetic imperfections, including:
- Tooth stains that don’t respond to whitening
- Gaps between your teeth
- Chipped or broken enamel
- Irregular tooth shape or size
- Mild crowding or overlapping teeth
- Uneven spacing or worn edges
Our veneers are crafted from durable, stain-resistant porcelain and fabricated by a trusted dental lab for a flawless, natural fit.
The Benefits of Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers can do more than cover up a few flaws—they can completely change how you feel about your smile. Here are a few reasons so many patients choose veneers:
- Conservative treatment: Little to no drilling is needed, so more of your healthy tooth structure stays intact.
- Fast results: You can achieve a brighter, more uniform smile in just a couple of appointments.
- Natural look and feel: Each veneer is carefully shaped and shaded to blend seamlessly with your other teeth.
- Long-lasting confidence: With proper care, veneers can look beautiful for many years.
- Stain-resistant materials: Enjoy a smile that stays white without whitening treatments.
If you want a single solution to correct chips, stains, uneven edges, or small gaps, porcelain veneers offer a simple way to create the smile you have always pictured for yourself.
Veneers vs. Crowns
Veneers are designed to improve the color, shape, and alignment of healthy teeth. They are a great option for cosmetic changes with minimal tooth removal.
Crowns can also improve color, shape, and alignment of teeth, but are typically used when the tooth is structurally compromised. While we practice minimal tooth preparation whenever possible, a crown typically requires more tooth removal than a veneer.
Is Veneer Treatment Right for You?
Veneers are a great option if you want to transform your smile without major dental procedures. You may be an ideal candidate if you:
- Have healthy teeth and gums
- Have good oral hygiene habits
- Want to cover stains, chips, gaps, or uneven edges
- Feel self-conscious about the appearance of your teeth
- Want to improve the shape or length of your teeth
- Are ready to invest in a long-term cosmetic solution
- Are looking for a treatment that can be completed in just a few visits
Creating Your New Smile With Veneers
We personalize every step of your veneer treatment to match your vision for your smile. Here’s how it works:
1. Consultation & Smile Design
We start with a detailed exam and conversation about your smile goals. Digital imaging, photography, and diagnostics help us plan your treatment and set realistic expectations. We will also perform a complete wax up and show you what your teeth will look like prior to any treatment.
2. Tooth Preparation and Impressions
A small amount of enamel is gently removed to allow room for the veneer and create a strong bonding surface. We take impressions of your prepared teeth and send them to our trusted dental lab. Temporary veneers are placed to cover and protect your teeth while your custom veneers are being created.
3.Lab Fabrication
Your custom veneers are crafted to match your ideal tooth color, shape, and alignment. They are individually crafted by our skilled ceramicists. Patient personality and esthetic goals are all accounted for in the design.
4. Bonding & Final Polish
Once your veneers are ready, we ensure they fit perfectly, and that you love them! Then they are bonded using a strong dental adhesive and light-cured bonding resin. A final polish gives them a smooth, natural finish.
Caring for Your Veneers
Once your veneers are in place, caring for them is simple. With good habits, they can stay beautiful and functional for many years:
- Brush and floss daily to protect the teeth and gums underneath.
- Avoid chewing on hard objects like ice, pens, or fingernails to prevent chips.
- Wear a night guard if you grind or clench your teeth while sleeping.
- Stay consistent with dental checkups and cleanings so we can monitor your veneers and your overall oral health.
We will show you exactly how to maintain your veneers and keep your smile strong and healthy long-term.
Transforming Your Smile with Veneers
Porcelain veneers can completely change the way you feel about your smile by addressing multiple concerns at once. From chips and discoloration to uneven edges and small gaps, veneers are designed to blend seamlessly with your natural teeth and create a look that looks and feels natural.
Key Takeaway: Veneers offer a durable, minimally invasive way to improve the color, shape, and alignment of your teeth, creating a natural-looking smile that lasts for years.
Insurance and Membership Options
We are in-network with Delta Dental Premier, Cigna DPPO Plus, Anthem, and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We also accept out-of-network benefits and offer a dental membership plan for patients without insurance.
We proudly serve Boulder and the surrounding communities of Superior, Louisville, Lafayette, Longmont and Erie.
To book an appointment at our dental office in Boulder, CO, call (303) 442-6141 or visit us at 777 29th St, Unit 300 Boulder, CO 80303.
FAQs
How long do veneers last?
With proper care and maintenance, porcelain veneers can last for many years. While they can last a lifetime, it is not uncommon to replace veneers after 15-20 years. This is often due to changes to the gums and mouth from the natural aging process.
Do veneers damage your natural teeth?
Veneers are designed to preserve as much of your natural tooth as possible. Only a thin layer of enamel is removed to ensure a precise fit and a secure bond. Because this enamel cannot be replaced, the tooth will always need to be covered with a veneer or another type of restoration in the future.
Can veneers fix crooked teeth?
Veneers can create the look of straighter teeth by covering mild crowding or small gaps. If your teeth are more significantly out of alignment, orthodontic treatment may be the best first step before placing veneers.
Are veneers stain-resistant?
Porcelain veneers are crafted from materials that do not absorb stains easily, so they stay bright and maintain their color better than natural tooth enamel. While no dental material is completely stain-proof, regular brushing, professional cleanings, and mindful habits like rinsing after coffee or wine will help your veneers look their best for years.
Is the veneer process painful?
The veneer process is typically very comfortable. Because only a small amount of enamel is removed, many patients don’t need any anesthesia, though it can be used to ensure you feel completely at ease.
