How Porcelain Veneers Work
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We begin with a cosmetic consultation to discuss what you would like to change about your smile.
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Dr. Dawson evaluates your teeth, gums, bite, and existing dental work to determine whether veneers are a suitable option.
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We plan the shape, shade, size, and overall appearance of your veneers so the result fits your face and smile.
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A small amount of enamel may be reshaped to create space for the veneers and help them fit naturally.
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Impressions or digital records are used to create your custom porcelain restorations.
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Your veneers are carefully bonded into place and adjusted for appearance, comfort, and bite.
What Can Veneers Improve?
Porcelain veneers may improve stains that do not respond to whitening, chipped or worn edges, small gaps, uneven tooth shapes, minor misalignment, and teeth that appear too small or unbalanced.
Why Choose Porcelain?
Dental porcelain reflects light similarly to natural enamel and can be customized for shade, translucency, and shape. It is also resistant to many of the stains that affect natural teeth.
Designed to Look Like Your Smile—Only Better
The goal of veneers is not to create teeth that look artificial or identical to everyone else's. We carefully plan each case to create a balanced, natural-looking smile that complements your facial features, personality, and cosmetic goals.
Are Porcelain Veneers Right for You?
Veneers may be a good option if your teeth and gums are healthy but you would like to make meaningful cosmetic changes to the front teeth that show when you smile. Patients with active cavities, gum disease, severe grinding, or significant bite problems may need other treatment before veneers are recommended.