Porcelain veneers might be the lasting answer to your cosmetic dental concerns. Dr. Lotardo, Dr. Pop and Dr. Caesar are highly trained and experienced cosmetic dentists. They can help you get the beautiful, natural-looking smile you want with porcelain veneers. We offer this treatment at our three Bella Smiles locations on Long Island for an instant smile makeover.
This popular cosmetic dentistry treatment can easily and quickly improve your smile’s look. Our affordable porcelain veneers blend with your natural teeth. They are capable of covering up most cosmetic flaws and will help protect the tooth from further damage.
What are Porcelain Veneers?
Porcelain veneers are thin shells that consist of high quality ceramic. A dental lab will makes them to fit precisely over your teeth per our conditions. We will permanently bond the dental veneer to your tooth after your dentist prepares it.
You can use this versatile treatment on one tooth or several teeth. The material reflects light like a natural tooth, is durable, and resists many stains. Porcelain veneers can fix many issues to give you a beautiful smile that is both healthy and comfortable. These permanent restorations can correct:
- Discolored teeth
- Chipped or damaged teeth
- Misshapen teeth
- Gaps between teeth
Dr. Lotardo works with patients on a personal basis. He will help you achieve the unique, natural smile that suits you best using porcelain veneers.
The Porcelain Veneer Process
The dental veneer procedure usually takes two or three visits to our dental office in Riverhead, Roslyn or Nesconset. First, you’ll meet with one of our dentists for a consultation. We will listen to your concerns about your smile and thoroughly examine your teeth.
Then, we’ll determine if you are a candidate for porcelain veneers. Dr. Lotardo will create a personalized treatment plan to meet your cosmetic goals if you qualify.
The porcelain veneers procedure begins with our dentist removing a small amount of tooth structure. Shaving off a bit of tooth enamel from the front surface will ensure a snug fit for the veneers. Then, we’ll take dental impressions and send them to a lab. The lab will make your custom porcelain veneers and send them to us when ready.
In some cases, we will place temporary veneers on your teeth for comfort until the final product is ready. The dental labs we work with use high-quality ceramics and color-match the porcelain to your natural teeth.
Once your veneers are ready, you will return to our office for placement. During this visit, we will permanently secure the veneers to your teeth. We will make adjustments if necessary, but the new veneers should fit perfectly.
Dr. Lotardo, Dr. Pop, or Dr. Caesar will make sure you are happy with the way the veneers look. Then we will use a special bonding cement to secure the porcelain veneers to your teeth.
The last step is to polish the surface for a beautiful and natural appearance. Your new smile will last for many years with good oral hygiene and regular dental visits. We will monitor your veneers and look for any signs of wear or damage over time.
Porcelain Veneers FAQs
What should I avoid eating with porcelain veneers?
We recommend that patients with porcelain veneers avoid eating hard foods that may chip their teeth. This includes chewing on ice and hard candy. Avoid sticky foods and candy because they can stick to your veneers.
Drinks like coffee, wine, and soda may leave stains under your veneers. We recommend limiting these types of strongly-colored drinks.
Is getting veneers painful?
The procedure for getting veneers is not painful. We can numb the area around the tooth for the first part of the procedure. This should limit any pain, but is not always necessary.
If you have eight or more veneers put in your mouth you may feel some soreness in your gums. However, this pain is typically mild and subsides quickly.
Can veneers make your breath smell bad?
Porcelain veneers can sometimes lead to bad breath. However, this happens only if they do not fit properly and if you do not take proper care of them. Veneers will fit perfectly against your natural teeth with zero space between them. They can trap bacteria in the gaps if they do not fit well, causing bad breath and gum disease.
Schedule a Dental Exam & Consultation Today!
Are you interested in improving your smile with porcelain veneers near you in Roslyn, Nesconset, and Riverhead, NY area? Schedule an appointment with Bella Smiles! One of our skilled cosmetic dentists will talk with you about your goals to see if porcelain veneers are a good fit.