Veneers are cosmetic treatments that cover visible tooth surfaces. We offer porcelain veneers in our practice. They can improve chipped, cracked, discolored, gapped, and misshapen teeth.

Veneers do not damage natural teeth; they strengthen their structure. As long as a qualified dental professional installs these appliances, they will enhance your dental health.

Benefits of Porcelain Veneers

Attractive

The fine materials in our veneers have a realistic texture. Porcelain reflects light like natural teeth. It is much more attractive than composite material.

Stain-Resistant

The high-grade porcelain material resists stains and is easy to keep clean.

Prevent Future Damage

Veneers can keep your teeth from further damage if you have weak enamel, chips, or cracks.

Replace Multiple Cosmetic Procedures

Porcelain veneers represent an investment in your smile, but they are also an excellent value because they replace several cosmetic procedures simultaneously. Rather than undergoing bonding, teeth whitening, and orthodontic work, you can fix your teeth in just a few easy appointments.

The Process of Getting Veneers

Step 1: Consultation

Before beginning the process, we will meet with you and review your goals for cosmetic dentistry. We will ensure you have all the information you need to decide which type of cosmetic procedure is best.

Step 2: Preparation

We will take digital images and scans to help us match your veneers to your natural teeth. The dentist will need to remove a very thin layer of enamel to install the veneer. After preparing the teeth for the veneers, the dentist will take more images to ensure a perfect fit. You will be sent home with a temporary veneer to protect your teeth between appointments.

The doctor will design your veneers to the exact specifications. The lab team will fabricate them and send them to your dentist.

Step 3: Installation

When the veneers return from the dental lab, your dentist can install them. You will receive local anesthesia to protect you from any discomfort. The doctor cements the porcelain veneers over your prepared tooth surfaces. When you are happy with your smile's appearance, they will polish the veneers and fine-tune your bite.

Taking Proper Care of Your Veneers

When you have veneers, you must remember to continue excellent oral care habits. The ends of veneers may be vulnerable to decay. Floss regularly and ensure no food or plaque build up between the teeth.

If a dentist with little experience installs your veneers, you will be more vulnerable to decay and other complications. Choosing an expert cosmetic dentist like The Ricco Dental Group will help you avoid potential problems and keep your smile bright for years to come.

Call The Ricco Dental Group

To learn more about porcelain veneers, please call our Plainview, NY, office at 516-931-3999. We can explain how our expert cosmetic dentists can enhance and strengthen your smile and set up an appointment for a consultation.

Dental veneers are an efficient, attractive alternative to other cosmetic dental procedures. They can cover aesthetic flaws like discoloration, chipped teeth, and misshapen teeth.

You may be surprised to learn how affordable veneers can be compared to other treatments. In Plainview, NY, and the surrounding area, they cost approximately $900 to $2,500 per tooth for porcelain and $250 to $1,500 for composite veneers.

Dental Veneers

Dental veneers are wafer-thin sheets of porcelain or composite material covering cosmetic flaws. Permanently fixed to the visible surfaces of your front teeth, they create a seamless, attractive appearance.

Veneers can replace multiple cosmetic procedures in just one step. They can cover the following aesthetic issues:

• Stained teeth
• White spots on teeth
• Chipped teeth
• Slightly misaligned teeth
• Misshapen teeth

Porcelain vs. Composite

You can receive veneers made with two materials: porcelain and composite. Porcelain veneers cost more than composites, but they are more stain-resistant and less prone to chipping.

Composite veneers are a less costly alternative to porcelain, and they are more customizable.

Your dentist may be able to place your composite veneers in just one appointment, compared to porcelain veneers, which typically take two to three appointments.

The Process of Getting Veneers

Getting veneers is easy and comfortable. The first step in getting veneers is a consultation visit. Your dentist will ask you about your goals and the appearance you have in mind. They will explain the process and select the proper shade for your veneers.

Next, your dentist prepares your teeth for veneers. The dentist takes digital or physical impressions of your teeth when designing the veneers. They then remove a thin layer of enamel to make room for the veneer and take another set of impressions.

During your next appointment, the dentist will cement the veneers to your teeth. They will fit snugly and look like natural teeth.

For composite veneers, the dentist often builds them directly on top of your minimally prepared tooth enamel, cutting down on the number of appointments and wait time needed.

Tips for Success With Veneers

Veneers are durable, but you should take some easy precautions to keep them looking their best:

• Avoid using your teeth as tools to keep from chipping your veneers
• Avoid chewing non-food objects and be careful with hard foods like candy and nuts
• With composites, be cautious with staining foods and beverages like coffee, tea, and red wine, since composite resin is less stain-resistant than porcelain

Call The Ricco Dental Group

Veneers can rejuvenate your smile in just a few appointments. If you want composite or porcelain dental veneers, please call our office at 516-931-3999. We can schedule a consultation with one of our expert cosmetic dentists to determine how veneers can perfect your smile.