Dental Veneers

Dental Veneers in Huntington Beach, CA

The purpose of a porcelain veneer is to conservatively restore aesthetic and function to your teeth

What is a Dental Veneer?

Porcelain veneers are thin ceramic shells that are bonded on top of worn, discolored, or misaligned teeth. Unlike traditional crowns, veneers are a minimally conservative option that can drastically restore function and aesthetic to your smile. Requiring less reduction, these beautiful restorative solutions can enhance the color, shape, size, and alignment of your teeth and smile.

Types of Dental Veneers:

• Porcelain:
  • Feldspathic – hand-crafted
  • Lithium Disilicate – E.max / milled
• Composite:
• **NEW** 3D Printed Hybrid Ceramic/Resin Veneers:
• No-Prep/Prepless Veneers:

What is the first step?

The first step to beginning any case is to understand your goals! Dr. Vuong takes the time to sit down with you and better understand what you like and dislike about your smile. No person is the same and each smile is unique. Focusing on creating a natural smile, Dr. Vuong begins by getting to know you and your desires.

What is the process to get Porcelain Veneers?

Treatment begins with a digital impression to capture your teeth and bite using our Cerec Primescan or iTero Illumina system. This digital impression is used to create custom-made veneers to cover the affected teeth. The design is hand-crafted digitally or analog and comprehensively reviewed by Dr. Vuong to assure that the initial design is within the specifications and desires of his patients. Approximately 10-14 days later, this design is presented to you for review.

At this stage, minimally invasive and conservative preparations are done on the teeth and the model is used to fabricate temporary veneers. This “temporary” is a try-out phase to make sure that that you are satisfied with the esthetics (size, shape, and design). Dr. Vuong will review and adjust them as needed to assure you have a comfortable fit.

Approximately 10-14 days later, the permanent veneers are returned from the ceramist and permanently bonded on to restore, revitalize, and rejuvenate your worn, misshapen, discolored, and misaligned teeth – for a beautiful, healthy smile.

The “Process”

1. Digital Impression
2. Temporary Veneers
3. Final Bonded Veneers

Why Veneers?

1. Rejuvenate and Revitalize Discolored Teeth
2. Address Chipped and Broken Teeth
3. Enhance Misshapen and Misaligned Teeth
4. Fill/Close Unwanted Gaps

FAQs

• Do Dental Veneers Hurt?
  • Typically no. Dental veneers are conservative, minimally invasive preparations that remove only the top layer of enamel, leaving as much healthy tooth structure as possible. Some post-op sensitivity is normal but that will go away after a few days.
• How long do Dental Veneers last?
  • Can vary, as dental veneers do require continual maintenance and proper at-home oral hygiene. Routine visits every 6 months with x-rays and exam are very important to improving the longevity and health of your new smile.
• Are Dental Veneers an Insurance Benefit?
  • No, unfortunately dental veneers are not classified as a medically necessary procedure. Veneers are typically an out of pocket expense as they are considered cosmetics.
• Can I Get Just One Dental Veneer?
  • Sometimes. It is never clear cut how many teeth are recommended veneers. Some smiles require complete make-overs, others require individual attention. It is important to discuss your desires and goals with Dr. Vuong prior to committing. There are pros and cons to each treatment option and some limitations that must be understood if only a single veneer is requested.
• Can Dental Veneers Stain Like My Natural Teeth?
  • Dental Veneers can stain from heavy colored drinks such as coffee or tea. However, just like natural teeth is very important to brush daily, floss daily, and follow up with your dentist for routine visits every 6 months.
• How Do I Take Care of My Dental Veneers?
  • Just like your natural teeth, dental veneers are taken care of exactly the same. It is important to brush, floss, and mouthrinse (optional) 2x/day, 1x/day, and 1x/day.