Porcelain Veneers in The Woodlands, TX

Porcelain veneers are a custom solution for patients to enjoy whiter, more vibrant teeth with an easy, minimally invasive procedure. Made Ya Smile Dental uses high-grade porcelain to enhance your smile and help correct a range of dental issues, such as teeth that are discolored, stained, uneven, chipped, or gapped. During your initial consultation, our experienced practitioners are skilled in helping you choose the best color, shape, and size of your veneers for more personalized results. For more information on getting porcelain veneers in The Woodlands, TX, schedule an appointment with one of our experts in cosmetic dentistry.

If you want to improve your smile, dental veneers may be a great option for you. Porcelain veneer placement is a cosmetic dental procedure provided in The Woodlands, TX that can provide a wide range of benefits for the function and look of your mouth. Some benefits include:

• Minimal enamel removal
• Mask and prevent future discoloration
• Reduce gaps, cracks, and chips in the teeth
• Improve the look and function of your mouth
• Easy to care for with regular dental hygiene
• Long-lasting results

Porcelain veneers are personalized to meet your individual needs and concerns. Made Ya Smile Dental uses these cosmetic restorations to help hide small issues, such as uneven or misshapen teeth, stains or discoloration, small gaps in between teeth, and chipped or worn edges. Our practitioners place veneers in sets of two or more on teeth in the smile zone. They are custom designed by our team to fit over the front of your teeth. The best candidates for porcelain veneers must have healthy teeth and gums, and we may not recommend this procedure if you habitually grind or clench your teeth (bruxism). When you schedule a consultation, we examine your mouth and discuss your personal preferences and cosmetic goals for your smile, including the shape, size, length, and shade of the veneers to create a more natural look.

Made Ya Smile Dental offers a minimally invasive approach to placing your porcelain veneers. Before your procedure, our general dentists will help administer a local anesthetic to make sure you are as comfortable and relaxed as possible. Our team then carefully removes a small amount of enamel from the surfaces and between the teeth where we will place your veneers to make sure they fit securely. We then take impressions of your mouth to be sent to a special laboratory so the restorations can be created. These restorations are made only from high-grade porcelain and only take a couple of weeks to complete. While we wait, Made Ya Smile Dental will give you temporary veneers to maintain the function and appearance of your teeth. During your next appointment, you will return to the office to get the permanent veneers bonded into place. Made Ya Smile Dental may make small adjustments and polish the veneers for a smoother, brighter finish.

The procedure for getting porcelain veneers does not require a long recovery period, and patients can go back to their normal routine after they have been placed. Those who received an anesthetic should wait to eat any snacks or meals until the feeling returns to your mouth, lips, and cheeks to avoid accidental damage to the soft tissue. You may also notice some tooth sensitivity for a few days after your procedure, which is normal. While porcelain veneers are naturally stain-resistant, Made Ya Smile Dental suggests minimizing or avoiding foods and drinks that cause staining, as well as chewing on hard objects, like pens or fingernails, to protect the integrity of the restorations. When patients take care of their veneers just like their natural teeth with regular brushing and flossing, they can last for many years. During your regular dental examinations and cleanings, our team in The Woodlands, TX will evaluate your teeth and confirm whether the veneers need to be replaced or repaired.

Since veneers are considered a cosmetic procedure, a dental insurance provider may not provide coverage for this specific treatment. To make sure this is the case, Made Ya Smile Dental will call your provider to find out more information about your benefits. If you have out-of-pocket expenses, these costs will be reviewed during your consultation before we begin your procedure. Our staff is happy to provide a few convenient ways to pay for your custom veneers, including low-interest financing. We can also work within your budget to find a solution that best fits your unique needs.

How should I clean my porcelain veneers?
You can care for your porcelain veneers the same way as your natural tooth structure. It is important to brush your veneered teeth with a soft-bristled toothbrush and mild toothpaste at least twice a day and floss between all of your teeth daily. You may also use mouthwash or a water pick to help target plaque and bacterial buildup around the gumline. It is best to avoid brushing too hard and to consult your our Made Ya Smile Dental Team before using more abrasive products, such as whitening toothpaste.

What is the difference between crowns and veneers?
Dental veneers are thin restorations that cover the front portion of your teeth, typically those that show when you smile. Veneers are used to enhance the shape, color, size, and length of teeth to improve their cosmetic appearance. Crowns are restorations that cover the whole tooth, from the gumline up. While they also offer aesthetic improvements, crowns are typically placed to restore damaged teeth, rebuild broken teeth, and help improve oral function.

How long do porcelain veneers last?
When cared for properly, porcelain crowns may last up to ten years or more. Maintaining good oral hygiene each day and keeping up with routine dental cleanings and exams can help your veneers last as long as possible. It is also important to avoid parafunctional habits, such as teeth grinding, eating ice, and chewing on pens or other objects, to help preserve your veneers. Our team can provide further details on how to maintain the condition of your restorations.

Patients with small cosmetic imperfections can now enhance their smile with beautiful and natural-looking porcelain veneers in The Woodlands, TX. Made Ya Smile Dental has more than thirty years of experience helping patients with an instant transformation using custom veneers, and the look you want is one simple phone call away. Contact Made Ya Smile Dental to schedule a quick consultation for this minimally invasive procedure with our skilled dentists.