Porcelain Veneers

If you are looking for an experienced porcelain veneers provider in Fairfield, CT, or the surrounding area, call Aesthetic Dentistry of Fairfield to schedule your consultation today with the experts in porcelain veneers. A beautiful, natural-looking smile can restore your confidence and change your life. 

What are Dental Veneers?

Porcelain veneers thin shells of porcelain that are placed over the front of your teeth to fix minor imperfections. Porcelain veneers have been used for years to improve the appearance of the front teeth. Porcelain veneers are light translucent and resemble the look of natural tooth color.

Here are some of the dental imperfections porcelain veneers can fix:

• Chipped teeth
• Minor cracks or fractures
• Staining on the teeth
• Misshapen teeth
• Uneven tooth alignment or spacing such as gaps in teeth

Porcelain veneers enhance the appearance of a patient’s smile and provide preventive protection to strengthen teeth, and may eliminate the need for more invasive treatments. Other benefits of porcelain veneers include durability, stain resistance, and the need for little removal of tooth structure compared to other cosmetic procedures.

Before the procedure, Dr. Lee will help determine if you are a good candidate for dental veneers. We will evaluate your dental health and ensure all treatment options have been discussed. The natural tooth preparation for porcelain veneers is irreversible, so patients must have a clear, educated understanding of what the process entails and what follow-up care is needed to maintain the veneers.

Once you and our dentist have determined if porcelain veneers are right for you, the next step will be to work together in the smile design process.  Our dentist take time to understand the exact shape, color, length, and width of the veneers you require to match your smile and exceed your expectations.

The Process of Placing Veneers

Porcelain veneers typically take two visits. The first visit involves preparation of the teeth, impressions, and you will leave our office in a temporary restoration.

To prepare the placement of the veneers, our dentist will prepare the teeth as minimally as possible where the veneers will be placed and bonded. Local anesthesia can be used to make this process more comfortable, and several options are available for patients who may require sedation. 

Impressions are sent to a dental laboratory and can take about one week to hand-craft your veneers by an expert dental technician. During the week, you will wear temporaries that are made to mimic your new smile so you can test the length, shape, and color of your teeth. At your second visit, your permanent porcelain veneers will be tried in with a try-in paste, and with your approval, will be permanently cemented in with a resin bonding cement.

Porcelain Veneers Cost in Fairfield, CT

When choosing a dentist for cosmetic dentistry, it is important to pick an experienced dentist that has the right training in the latest cosmetic dentistry techniques. It is also important to choose a dentist who will take the time to fully understand your smile and your aesthetic dental goals, and one who has the artistic skill and capabilities to deliver that vision. 

We understand that price is a factor, but there is a considerable amount of skill, artistry, and biology that goes into creating a beautiful and functional smile. While porcelain veneers are often done for a cosmetic reason, if we do not take into account the patient’s unique bite, the veneers will not last. Our goal at Aesthetic Dentistry of Fairfield is to create not only beautiful smiles that are unique to you, but to create smiles that will last. 

As every patient is different, the best way to find out an exact cost for porcelain veneers is to come to our office for an exam and consultation. You will have a one-on-one session with Dr. Christine Lee, where they will listen to your goals and assess your individual teeth and entire smile. Contact us at (203) 259-7073 to schedule your consultation and learn more about your porcelain veneer options. 

No-Prep Veneers

Although there is a trend for “no-prep veneers,” such as Lumineers, we believe that all veneers require some amount of preparation. 

Done correctly, most teeth should be extremely minimally prepped for veneers. Porcelain has the ability to be incredibly thin– as thin as 0.3 mm– and so as little healthy tooth structure should be removed as possible. Our veneers are handcrafted by an expert, experienced lab technician, to create the most translucent and life-like results that blend into your smile.

When there are considerable crowding issues or bite issues, we may prepare the tooth a little more than minimally, in order to make more space for the porcelain needed. If more preparation is needed in your situation, this will be discussed and fully explained to you at your consultation visit. 

Schedule Your Veneers Consultation With Our Team Today!

Whether your smile suffers from stains, gaps, cracks, or unshapely form, porcelain veneers could be the solution for you! If you are looking for the best dentist in Fairfield County that provides porcelain veneers to enhance your smile, visit us today. Our team of professionals is compassionate and considers your needs in a personalized environment to ensure you feel comfortable. To schedule a consultation to see if dental veneers are right for you, feel free to call us at (203) 259-7073!