Porcelain Veneers in Daytona Beach
Did you know the sun shines an average of 229 days a year in Daytona Beach? Now that’s something to smile about! But if some of your teeth are in bad shape, you may be reluctant to share that smile with everyone around you. Dr. Lloyd, Dr. Anderson, and the team at Indigo Dental of Daytona Beach can help with porcelain veneers, part of our cosmetic dentistry menu. In just two conveniently scheduled appointments, we can give you a smile as bright as a sunny day in Florida.
Request an AppointmentWhat Are Porcelain Veneers?
Porcelain veneers have been a staple of cosmetic dentistry for decades. In simple terms, they’re exquisitely custom-crafted layers of dental porcelain that our team adhesively bonds to the front of teeth that show when you smile. Each veneer is individually designed and handcrafted to fit a specific tooth, so you never have to worry about a smile that looks like it’s made of identical blocks of porcelain. Your “new” teeth — and your new smile — look completely natural.
What Do Porcelain Veneers Conceal?
Porcelain veneers can cover many different smile imperfections. In fact, veneers have earned the nickname “instant orthodontics” — not because they’re related to braces, but because they can make a slightly crooked tooth look straight. Other imperfections veneers can conceal include:
- Chipped, cracked, and broken teeth
- Teeth that are misshapen
- Teeth that are too small
- Teeth with wide gaps between them
How Do I Get My Porcelain Veneers?
The process begins with a consultation. You and your dentist will meet to discuss what needs correcting, and your input is vital to a successful outcome, since we want your smile to make you completely happy. You’re welcome to bring photos of smiles you admire — while your veneers will be custom-designed for you, characteristics of a smile you love can often be incorporated into that design.
After confirming your teeth and gums are healthy, we’ll take X-rays, photographs, and impressions to make sure your veneers are the right size and shape for your mouth. A thin layer of enamel is then removed from each tooth receiving a veneer — a permanent alteration. While our lab creates your new smile, we’ll provide temporary acrylic veneers to protect your teeth.
When your permanent veneers are ready, you’ll return to Indigo Dental of Daytona Beach to have them bonded in place. With proper oral hygiene, regular dental checkups, and a little extra care — avoiding biting hard foods or objects with your veneers — you can look forward to years of confident smiles.
Understanding the Cost of Veneers
If you’re considering veneers in Daytona Beach, FL, it’s natural to wonder about cost. While there’s no flat fee you can expect to pay, there are a few things worth considering as you decide which cosmetic dentistry service is right for you.
Weighing the Cost of Popular Cosmetic Dental Treatments
Want to address minor gaps? Struggling with stubborn stains? Unhappy with unsightly chips? Thanks to advancements in cosmetic dentistry, there are several treatment options to choose from. Here are a few of the most popular:
- Teeth Whitening – Professional teeth whitening can effectively remove pigmented stains and restore a bright smile, but it can’t change permanent discoloration or the shape and position of your teeth — that calls for a different treatment, like veneers.
- Braces / ClearCorrect – Misaligned teeth affect more than just your smile’s appearance; they can affect its overall health and function too. While ClearCorrect can guide your teeth into a well-formed arch, it can’t change their color or shape, so you may want to factor in an additional treatment like whitening.
- Direct Bonding – For addressing imperfections in the shade and shape of your teeth, direct bonding is one of the most cost-effective options and can sometimes address minor misalignment as well. The upfront price is lower, but results typically last only a few years before needing a touch-up.
- Veneers – Want a bright, flawless smile? Veneers aren’t the cheapest option, but they’re one of the best thanks to their versatility, longevity, and relatively quick turnaround. The higher upfront cost is often well worth the long-term benefits.
How to Make Veneers Affordable
Dental insurance isn’t the only way to make care more affordable. While most providers don’t cover veneers, our team is proud to offer an in-house dental plan, financing options, and periodic special offers. At the end of your consultation, one of our knowledgeable staff members will review these options with you and answer any questions, so understanding the cost is straightforward and easy.
Veneers FAQs
How many veneers will I need?
The right number varies depending on each person’s unique smile. The goal is for all your visible teeth to match — many people get 6 to 8 veneers to create a symmetrical smile, while others need 10 to 12, and some only need a single veneer to cover one cracked or broken tooth.
What can I eat with veneers?
While wearing your temporary veneers, avoid hard foods like ice, raw fruits and vegetables, or candy, since they can damage the temporary restoration. Once your permanent veneers are in place, you won’t need to be as cautious, though it’s still wise to be careful with sticky, dark-colored, crunchy, hot, or cold foods and drinks, and to limit alcohol, which can weaken the bonding material.
How are veneers different from crowns?
Veneers attach only to the front of a tooth and are about one millimeter thick, used primarily for cosmetic purposes or minor shape corrections. Crowns cover the entire tooth, are roughly twice as thick, and are typically used to protect worn or cracked teeth or restore a tooth after a root canal.
Are veneers permanent?
Veneers themselves eventually require replacement, so they’re not permanent, but the process of getting them is irreversible, since a thin layer of enamel is removed to prepare the tooth and enamel doesn’t grow back.
What happens to the teeth under veneers?
A minimal amount of enamel is removed to attach the veneer, and the bonding material used is completely safe. Your enamel will be protected by the veneer, but you still need to brush and floss regularly, since cavities can still form beneath a veneer if oral hygiene is neglected.
Do veneers give you a lisp?
Some patients notice a temporary lisp when first pronouncing certain sounds, since the tongue needs to adjust to the slight difference in thickness. This typically resolves on its own within a couple of weeks, and practicing certain sounds can help speed up the adjustment.
Can you whiten veneers?
No, whitening treatments don’t affect porcelain veneers. If you’re planning both whitening and veneers, it’s best to whiten first so your veneers can be color-matched to your newly brightened smile.
Will I still be able to drink coffee with veneers?
Porcelain veneers are stain-resistant because porcelain is nonporous, so occasional coffee shouldn’t be a major concern. That said, veneers aren’t completely stain-proof, so it’s best to enjoy dark-colored beverages in moderation to keep your smile looking its best.