Porcelain Veneers
Dental flaws such as gaps, stains, and chips can have a major impact on your smile.
Veneers are thin shells of porcelain that are bonded to the front surfaces of your teeth to hide imperfections.
Serving the greater Harrisonburg, VA, area, the team at Smiles for Life can improve the appearance of your smile with porcelain veneers.
Porcelain Veneers
Dental flaws such as gaps, stains, and chips can have a major impact on your smile.
Veneers are thin shells of porcelain that are bonded to the front surfaces of your teeth to hide imperfections.
Serving the greater Harrisonburg, VA, area, the team at Smiles for Life can improve the appearance of your smile with porcelain veneers.
Discover beautiful and natural looking teeth with veneers
Fill out this brief questionnaire to discover if you’re a candidate for dental veneers!
Why Choose Us for Treatment?
Detail-Oriented Treatment Planning
At Smiles For Life Dental Care, we take extra steps during treatment planning to ensure the lasting satisfaction of our patients.
Wax-Up Models
Skilled Ceramists
We have worked with the same U.S. dental laboratory for more than a decade because of the high-quality work they consistently provide. The ceramists custom-craft each veneer and use hand-finishing techniques so the veneers look as natural as possible.
Your Overall Appearance
High Quality Materials
More Treatment Options
In addition to traditional porcelain veneers, we also offer minimal-prep veneers, which require less enamel removal. We also offer teeth whitening and other cosmetic dentistry treatments to provide you with a complete smile makeover.
Why Choose Us for Treatment?
Detail-Oriented Treatment Planning
At Smiles For Life Dental Care, we take extra steps during treatment planning to ensure the lasting satisfaction of our patients.
Wax-Up Models
Skilled Ceramists
We have worked with the same U.S. dental laboratory for more than a decade because of the high-quality work they consistently provide. The ceramists custom-craft each veneer and use hand-finishing techniques so the veneers look as natural as possible.
Your Overall Appearance
High Quality Materials
More Treatment Options
Are Patients Who Choose Veneers Happy with Their Results?
Before and After Photos
Before
After
Sarah had 16 dental veneers placed to improve the shape and size of her teeth. She was happy with the results of her cosmetic dentistry treatment and left us a positive review.
“I love the doctors and my teeth look great!” – Sarah
Contact Our Dental Practice
Find Out If You're a Candidate
The only way to find out if porcelain veneers are right for you is to schedule a consultation at our dental practice. During your appointment, our dentists will check the health of your teeth and gums to determine if you are in good dental health and have sufficient tooth enamel. We will also discuss all of your potential treatment options so you can choose the one that best meets your unique needs and budget.
We serve patients from throughout the greater Harrisonburg, VA, area, from the convenience of our Bridgewater office. Contact our dentists online to ask a question or request a consultation. You can also reach us by phone: (540) 828-2312
Contact Our Dental Practice
Find Out If You're a Candidate
The only way to find out if porcelain veneers are right for you is to schedule a consultation at our dental practice. During your appointment, our dentists will check the health of your teeth and gums to determine if you are in good dental health and have sufficient tooth enamel. We will also discuss all of your potential treatment options so you can choose the one that best meets your unique needs and budget.
We serve patients from throughout the greater Harrisonburg, VA, area, from the convenience of our Bridgewater office. Contact our dentists online to ask a question or request a consultation. You can also reach us by phone: (540) 828-2312
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Financing Is Available
Did you know that you can break up the total cost of veneers into affordable monthly payments? We accept financing through Sunbit, Cherry, CareCredit, and Proceed so you can find a plan that works for you.
Mask Imperfections with Veneers
Once in place, veneers can dramatically enhance the beauty of your natural teeth. This cosmetic dentistry treatment can address:
Surface Flaws
Misshapen Teeth
Gaps/Minor Misalignment
Mask Imperfections with Veneers
Once in place, veneers can dramatically enhance the beauty of your natural teeth. This cosmetic dentistry treatment can address:
Surface Flaws
Misshapen Teeth
Gaps/Minor Misalignment
Some cosmetic concerns can be treated with minimal adjustments to the natural teeth…
Minimum-Prep Veneers?
Veneer Candidates
While most of our patients qualify for veneers, we will first assess your candidacy during a consultation. At this time, we will examine your smile and discuss your goals to ensure veneers are the best treatment option. Some factors we take into consideration include:
Enamel Strength
We need to remove a small layer of surface enamel before we can place a dental veneer. Therefore, your tooth needs to have enough healthy structure, or else the shells will lack the proper support. If you have thin tooth enamel, we may recommend an alternative procedure like dental crowns that conceal flaws and provide structural support.
Oral Health
Good oral health is the foundation for any beautiful smile. Before you can undergo cosmetic dentistry treatment we will need to address tooth decay, periodontal disease, or other issues that affect your health.
Bruxism
If you suffer from bruxism (teeth grinding), you may not be the best candidate for veneers. Patients with bruxism can wear down the porcelain shells, damaging the results and weakening their teeth. You can still get veneers if your condition is mild. Wearing a mouthguard at night can also help prevent excessive wear.
Goals
Dental veneers permanently alter your natural tooth structure, so treatment is a life-long commitment. While the results can last for a decade or more, the shells will eventually need replacement. If you are not looking for a long-term commitment, you may be better suited for an alternative cosmetic treatment like dental bonding.
Veneer Candidates
While most of our patients in the Harrisonburg area qualify for veneers, we will first assess your candidacy during a consultation. At this time, we will examine your smile and discuss your goals to ensure veneers are the best treatment option. Some factors we take into consideration include:
Enamel Strength
We need to remove a small layer of surface enamel before we can place a dental veneer. Therefore, your tooth needs to have enough healthy structure, or else the shells will lack the proper support. If you have thin tooth enamel, we may recommend an alternative procedure like dental crowns that conceal flaws and provide structural support.
Oral Health
Good oral health is the foundation for any beautiful smile. Before you can undergo cosmetic dentistry treatment we will need to address tooth decay, periodontal disease, or other issues that affect your health.
Bruxism
If you suffer from bruxism (teeth grinding), you may not be the best candidate for veneers. Patients with bruxism can wear down the porcelain shells, damaging the results and weakening their teeth. You can still get veneers if your condition is mild. Wearing a mouthguard at night can also help prevent excessive wear.
Goals
Dental veneers permanently alter your natural tooth structure, so treatment is a life-long commitment. While the results can last for a decade or more, the shells will eventually need replacement. If you are not looking for a long-term commitment, you may be better suited for an alternative cosmetic treatment like dental bonding.
Get Started On Your Dream Smile Today
The bright stunning smile of your dreams is within reach thanks to porcelain veneers. Take the first step today and schedule a consultation at our conveniently located office in Bridgewater, VA. Set up an appointment time online or by calling:
The Treatment Process
Traditional porcelain veneers have been used as a trusted cosmetic solution for millions of patients. Patients from the greater Harrisonburg area can expect the following during this treatment process:
Enamel Removal
Impressions
Next, we will take detailed impressions of your reshaped teeth. We may use traditional or digital impressions, or a combination of both.
Fabrication
Placement
The Treatment Process
Traditional porcelain veneers have been used as a trusted cosmetic solution for millions of patients. Patients from the greater Harrisonburg area can expect the following during this treatment process:
Enamel Removal
Impressions
Next, we will take detailed impressions of your reshaped teeth. We may use traditional or digital impressions, or a combination of both.
Fabrication
Placement
Imagine Sharing a Beautiful, Confident Smile
Before
After
appearance of her smile.
How Long Do Porcelain Veneers Last?
Maintaining Your Veneers
Brush and Floss
Brush twice a day with a soft-bristled toothbrush and non-abrasive toothpaste. Gel toothpastes are typically a good choice for porcelain veneers. Floss daily. Good oral health will keep the veneers looking pristine, and prevent dental health issues and tooth discoloration.
Avoid Bad Dental Habits
Habits like biting on your fingernails, using your teeth as tools, and excessive clenching and grinding can damage your veneers or cause them to become detached.
See the Dentist Regularly
Visit the dentist every six months, as recommended by the American Dental Association, to have your teeth professionally cleaned and examined. During the appointment, we can also check the condition of the veneers.
Maintaining Your Veneers
Brush and Floss
Brush twice a day with a soft-bristled toothbrush and non-abrasive toothpaste. Gel toothpastes are typically a good choice for porcelain veneers. Floss daily. Good oral health will keep the veneers looking pristine, and prevent dental health issues and tooth discoloration.
Avoid Bad Dental Habits
Habits like biting on your fingernails, using your teeth as tools, and excessive clenching and grinding can damage your veneers or cause them to become detached.
See the Dentist Regularly
Visit the dentist every six months, as recommended by the American Dental Association, to have your teeth professionally cleaned and examined. During the appointment, we can also check the condition of the veneers.
Alternative Cosmetic Procedures
If you are still unsure whether porcelain veneers are right for you, we offer alternative
cosmetic procedures at our dental office serving the Harrisonburg area.
Dental Bonding
Dental bonding is an affordable treatment designed to conceal minor aesthetic imperfections. In this procedure, we apply a tooth-colored composite resin directly to the surface of the enamel. The bonding is then carefully sculpted to match the shape and size of the natural tooth. While bonding treatment doesn’t last as long as porcelain veneers, it can be a good option if you are looking to ease into cosmetic enhancement to see how you like the results.
Orthodontics
While dental veneers can mask minor misalignment, orthodontic treatment is better for comprehensive corrections. Our Harrisonburg area practice offers Invisalign® clear aligners that discreetly reposition crooked teeth. Unlike traditional braces, Invisalign trays are removable, so you can continue to eat your favorite foods and enjoy life unaffected by treatment. Once you complete Invisalign treatment, the results are permanent, setting you up with a straighter, healthier smile for life.