Hide Flaws, Fix Chips
At Parkway Dental Center, we offer porcelain veneers as a cosmetic dentistry treatment option. Do you hold back from smiling because you’re embarrassed about the appearance of your teeth? Your smile is a natural and unique part of who you are, but if you dislike how yours looks, it can significantly impact your self-confidence. Porcelain veneers can help you regain confidence in your smile and yourself. This is a cosmetic dentistry treatment that hides tooth imperfections such as chips, gaps, discoloration, or crookedness. Our cosmetic dentist at Parkway Dental Center is experienced in the artistic and technical aspects of these custom smile makeovers and can create your dream smile in as few as two appointments with porcelain veneers!
Candidates For Porcelain Veneers
Virtually all patients with cosmetic problems are candidates for dental veneers if they are in good oral health. As a cosmetic dentistry treatment, veneers aren’t meant to resolve functional issues with teeth, such as a bad bite (malocclusion). Instead, they can be a great option if you have the following issues in your smile zone, or the teeth that show when you smile:
- Chipped teeth
- Cracked teeth
- Gapped teeth
- Crowded teeth
- Malformed teeth
- Crooked teeth
- Discolored teeth
- Worn-down teeth
Exploring Alternatives to Veneers
At Parkway Dental Center, our dentists — Dr. Catalin Constantin, Dr. Michael Determan, and Dr. Magaly Ferreira — understand that veneers, while effective for many, may not be the best choice for every smile. Alternatives might be recommended due to substantial tooth decay or damage where crowns could offer better protection and stability, severe misalignments that require orthodontic intervention, or thin enamel that could be compromised by the preparation for veneers.
Additionally, if you’re seeking a reversible or more budget-friendly cosmetic solution, treatments like dental bonding or teeth whitening provide effective alternatives without the permanence and expense of veneers. Our team is dedicated to tailoring treatment plans that respect your dental health, aesthetic goals, and financial considerations.
Our Custom Treatment Process
Porcelain veneers treatment is a highly personalized and detailed process at our Minneapolis dental practice. To provide the greatest aesthetics, they must both hide problem teeth and provide the appearance of a new smile that looks and feels completely natural.
- During your first appointment, our cosmetic dentist will remove a few millimeters of the front surface of your tooth enamel. This ensures that your custom dental veneers fit naturally and comfortably over your existing teeth.
- Next, we’ll take impressions of your modified teeth, which will be used to hand-design your veneers to the most ideal size, shape, and color for a beautiful new smile.
- When these restorations are ready, you’ll return to our Minneapolis dental practice for a second appointment where we’ll verify the final fit of your veneers and then bond them securely to your teeth.
Caring for Your Veneers
You won’t need to complete any special maintenance with veneers, and though they won’t stain as natural teeth do, you should continue brushing and flossing each day. The long-lasting result of your smile makeover is a series of dental veneers that complement your gum and lip line, facial features, and skin tone! In short, you’ll have the smile of your dreams, and one that will last you for many years to come.
It’s also important to avoid biting down on hard foods or objects, such as ice or pens, to prevent chipping. Regular dental check-ups at Parkway Dental Center are crucial, allowing Dr. Catalin Constantin, Dr. Michael Determan, and Dr. Magaly Ferreira to monitor the condition of your veneers and overall oral health. By following these simple guidelines, this treatment can enhance your smile beautifully for many years to come.
Discover the Confidence of a Beautiful Smile
At Parkway Dental Center, we are committed to helping you achieve the smile you’ve always desired. Veneers offer a transformative solution for many aesthetic dental concerns, and our team, led by Dr. Catalin Constantin, Dr. Michael Determan, and Dr. Magaly Ferreira, is here to guide you every step of the way. Whether you’re seeking to correct discoloration, alignment issues, or uneven tooth shapes, veneers could be your pathway to renewed confidence and a dazzling smile. Schedule a consultation with us today to explore how this treatment can enhance your appearance and how we can tailor our services to meet your unique needs.