Porcelain veneers are among the most long-lasting and effective cosmetic dental procedures today. At New Hampshire Smile Co. in Nashua, NH, veneers are custom-designed for each and every patient thanks to Dr. Neveu’s extensive cosmetic training in fixed prosthodontics. Our approach to veneer treatment involves a thoughtful combination of honesty, clinical expertise, and aesthetic skill. And before we put pen to paper on any veneer treatment plan, we will first have a conversation that ensures veneers will help you achieve your personal smile goals. After all, a smile makeover truly succeeds when it fits the unique personality and aesthetic desires of that specific individual.
What Can Veneers Fix?
Veneers can improve many aesthetic issues that detract from a beautiful smile, such as:
- Discolored teeth
- Teeth that are short or overly small
- Minor crowding or spacing concerns
- Gaps
- Chipped teeth
- Teeth with surface irregularities
Porcelain veneers are a more durable cosmetic solution than composite veneers and offer better stain-resistance. They are often the ideal choice for those looking for a longer-term solution for comprehensive cosmetic dental issues. On the other hand, composite veneers provide an instant and more affordable solution in which the material is directly applied to teeth at the dental office in a single visit, rather than having to wait for a dental lab to craft the veneers.
The Veneer Consultation & Cosmetic Smile Planning Process
At New Hampshire Smile Co., your initial veneer consultation will involve a comprehensive planning process that will help ensure your smile transformation is everything you dreamed of.
During the appointment, you will:
- Meet one-on-one with our dentist to talk about your concerns, goals, and expectations for your dental work
- Have your smile photographed from a variety of angles and distances
- Receive a digital smile simulation that allows you to see what your new veneers might look like
- Get your digital intraoral scanning done using the iTero or Trios 3D imaging scanner instead of traditional impression materials
- Preview your planned smile results with your dentist and ask questions before moving forward with your treatment
Creating A Natural & Beautiful Smile
The most naturally beautiful veneer results are those that were thoughtfully designed with the entire face as context. At New Hampshire Smile Co., we prioritize comprehensive photography and digital smile planning as the core part of every single veneer case, not as a luxury add-on. This approach ensures that:
- Facial proportions, lip movement, and gumline placement are factored into the ideal tooth length, width, and contour
- Tooth shade is selected based on your complexion, eye color, and desired aesthetic outcome
- Surface texture and material translucency are chosen to mimic the optical characteristics of natural enamel
- The smile as a whole is harmonized with your features to create a naturally balanced look
Preparing Your Teeth For Veneers
Veneer preparation at New Hampshire Smile Co. entails conservatively removing just a very small amount of enamel from the facial surface of each tooth. This step creates the necessary space for the veneer to sit flush with your other teeth without being too prominent. Every aspect of the tooth preparation is carefully planned based on the digital smile design and photography performed prior to any clinical work. We place a provisional (temporary) veneer during the time your new permanent veneers are crafted so that a pleasing appearance is maintained throughout the treatment process. Your final delivery appointment serves to confirm perfect shade matching, fit, and bite before final bonding of your permanent veneers.
Veneers Vs. Other Cosmetic Dentistry Options
Offering patients clear, accurate comparisons when reviewing various cosmetic dentistry choices is an important service Dr. Neveu provides at every veneer consultation:
- Veneers vs. whitening: Professional whitening represents the most conservative treatment for improving tooth discoloration, but will not change the shape, width, or length of a tooth, and cannot remove discoloration that cannot be affected by whitening
- Veneers vs. bonding: Composite bonding is less conservative than veneers and must be performed at the dental chair, but bonding will have to be replaced and repaired on a more frequent basis compared to porcelain veneers
- Veneers vs. crowns: A porcelain veneer covers the front of the tooth and requires very little tooth preparation, but crowns are used when the overall tooth structure needs significant restoration and reinforcement along with cosmetic improvement
Long-Term Care For Veneers
When you follow a solid at-home care routine, porcelain veneers at New Hampshire Smile Co. may stay bright for fifteen years or longer:
- Brush your teeth 2-3 times a day, using a soft toothbrush and a mild toothpaste to ensure that the surface of your new porcelain veneers is not damaged
- Gently floss the veneer margins every day
- Get a custom-fitted nightguard worn at night if you grind or clench your teeth
- Be careful not to bite into hard foods with your veneers
- Visit our dental office for routine cleaning and check-ups at New Hampshire Smile Co. in Nashua, NH
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