Dental Veneers Porcelain Veneers

What are the different types of veneers?

Dental veneers are most commonly made out of porcelain or composite resin and require intensive prep work. But there are also "no-prep" veneers, which are applied through a different process.

Applying traditional dental veneers typically involves grinding down the tooth structure, sometimes removing some of the tooth - even past the enamel. This allows for proper placement, but it's also an irreversible procedure that can be painful to go through and often requires a local anesthetic.

Tooth reduction depends on your dental concerns and the number of teeth involved. When several teeth are involved, a dentist may order a wax model to show you how the veneers would look.

On the other hand, no-prep veneers may require some tooth preparation or alteration, but these alterations are minimal.

Porcelain Veneers
Some dentists will begin by grinding down the teeth and then making an impression of your teeth for the creation of a mold. Then they'll send the mold out to a lab for the porcelain veneer to be made.

Once the veneer is ready, your dentist can place it on your prepared tooth and cement it in place. Temporary veneers may be used until the permanent veneers come back from the lab.

Meanwhile, other dentists may use CAD/CAM technology so a computer can design the veneer. Your dentist can make the actual veneer right there in the office.

Composite Resin Veneers
If you choose composite resin veneers, your dentist will etch the surface of your tooth before applying a thin layer of the composite material to your prepared tooth.

Additional layers of composite may be necessary to achieve your intended look. Your dentist will finish by curing, or hardening, the composite veneer with a special light.

No-prep Veneers
These include options like Lumineers and Vivaneers, which are specific brands of porcelain veneers. They take less time and are less invasive to apply.

Instead of removing layers of tooth under the enamel, no-prep veneers only affect the enamel. In many cases, no-prep veneers don't require local anesthetics or temporary veneers.

What are the benefits of dental veneers?

The biggest benefit to veneers is improving the appearance of your teeth, giving you a brighter and more even smile. Dental veneers are often used to treat:

• broken or chipped teeth
• severe discoloration or uneven coloring that can't be fixed with whitening
• gaps in the teeth
• smaller-than-average teeth
• pointed or unusually shaped teeth

Veneers can last for more than a decade, depending on the type of veneer you choose, making them a semipermanent investment that can make you more confident in your smile.

We offer a variety of cosmetic dental services to help you achieve the beautiful smile you've always wanted. With our personalized approach and commitment to quality, you can trust that you'll receive the best dental veneers service possible. Contact us today to schedule your consultation!

What sets Topway Dental Lab apart is our commitment to delivering above-average quality that remains consistent over time. We achieve this by employing highly skilled technicians who are well-versed in the latest techniques and technologies in the field of dental aesthetics. Our team's expertise ensures that every veneer produced in our lab meets the highest standards of quality and esthetics.