Porcelain Veneers

In Charlotte, NC

At West Charlotte Dental, we understand how important it is to maintain a beautiful smile. Dr. Smigiel and his team are proud to offer a range of cosmetic dentistry treatment options, including porcelain veneers, to mask tooth imperfections and deliver flawless smiles. Talk to one of our team members to determine if veneers are right for you!

What Are Porcelain Veneers?

Porcelain or ceramic veneers are ultra-thin shells that we bond directly to the front surfaces of your teeth to improve their color, shape, size, or length. They have become increasingly popular due to their versatility and simplicity. When in place, they provide strength and resilience comparable to natural tooth enamel while delivering stunning results.

Placing dental veneers requires high technical skills and attention to fine cosmetic detail. Dr. Smigiel and his team place veneers routinely and will design your restorations to match and enhance your smile’s function and aesthetics.

Why Would You Require Porcelain Veneers?

Dental veneers not only serve a cosmetic dentistry purpose but can also address a range of dental concerns. Dr. Smigiel may recommend porcelain veneers to close gaps and uneven spaces between teeth, fix minor alignment issues, and correct the overall shape and appearance of teeth.

Dental veneers can whiten a smile by masking stained or discolored teeth that don’t respond to teeth whitening treatments. They can also repair worn, weak, chipped, or cracked teeth, restoring your healthy, functional smile and preventing further damage to the tooth structure.

What Are the Benefits of Porcelain Veneers?

Dental veneers are tooth-colored porcelain shells that easily deliver attractive smiles. They look incredibly natural, and the material doesn’t stain, giving you the confidence that your smile will stay white and bright for years to come. Veneers offer a conservative cosmetic solution compared to other dental restoration options such as dental crowns because they require removing only a minimal amount of tooth enamel. With proper care, your veneers will continue to enhance your smile for many years to come!

What Is the Porcelain Veneers Procedure?

After carefully selecting the best color and shade for your veneers, Dr. Smigiel will remove a fine layer of enamel to create the space needed for your restorations. Next is creating a mold of your teeth to send to our dental laboratory for fabrication. Meanwhile, temporary veneers will protect your prepared teeth.

During a follow-up appointment, Dr. Smigiel will bond your veneers to your tooth surfaces, leaving you with restorations that no one can tell apart from your natural teeth. After treatment, our patients report a more symmetrical, white, and straight smile and improved self-confidence.

How Should You Care for Your Porcelain Veneers?

Caring for dental veneers is no different from caring for natural teeth. Make sure to brush and floss regularly to maintain a healthy smile. Don’t bite down on hard foods or use your teeth as tools to avoid damaging your restorations. Make sure to visit West Charlotte Dental for your routine dental exams and cleanings so we can address any concerns as they arise.