Dental veneers are a popular cosmetic dental procedure that can dramatically improve the appearance of your smile by covering stained, chipped, cracked, or otherwise damaged teeth. At Clifty Family Dental, we offer our high-quality Madison dental veneers custom-crafted to fit your unique needs and goals. Our experienced team of dentists and dental technicians will work with you to create a smile you're proud to show off.
Dental veneers are thin shells made of porcelain or composite resin. They're custom-made to fit over the front of your teeth. Veneers can improve the color, shape, and alignment of your teeth. You can choose between porcelain veneers, which are more stain-resistant, or composite resin veneers, which are less expensive.
Getting veneers usually requires two visits to our office. During the first visit, we prepare your teeth by removing a small amount of enamel. We then take impressions of your teeth, which are sent to a lab to create your custom veneers. On your second visit, we check the fit and color of your veneers. Then, we permanently bond them to your teeth.
Veneers can address many cosmetic dental issues. They can cover stained teeth that don't respond to bleaching, hide chips or cracks, make slightly crooked teeth look straight, and even close small gaps between teeth.
Veneers are typically used on the front teeth, which show when you smile. This usually includes the top eight teeth and sometimes the bottom eight teeth. Veneers aren't used on back teeth because these teeth need to withstand stronger chewing forces.
Veneers offer many benefits. They look very natural, and porcelain veneers resist stains well. The procedure is less invasive than crowns. Veneers can dramatically improve your smile in just two visits, and they're also long-lasting with proper care.
Good candidates for veneers have healthy teeth and gums. You should have good oral hygiene habits. Veneers aren't right for people who often grind or clench their teeth (bruxism). They're also not suitable if you have weak teeth due to decay or large fillings. During your consultation for dental veneers Madison dentists at Clifty Family Dental will assess if this is the best option for you, or if another cosmetic dentistry treatment would be more beneficial to achieving your perfect smile.
There's very little recovery time needed after getting veneers. Your teeth might feel sensitive to hot and cold for a few days, but you can return to your normal activities right away. We recommend avoiding very hard or sticky foods for the first few days.
You'll see the full results of your veneers immediately after they're placed. With proper care, veneers can last 10-15 years or even longer. To maintain your results, brush and floss regularly. Avoid habits like chewing on ice or using your teeth to open packages.
Veneers are considered permanent because we remove a small amount of enamel to place them. However, they may need to be replaced after 10-15 years.
Porcelain veneers are highly resistant to staining. Composite veneers may stain over time.
Yes, you can still get cavities. Good oral hygiene is important to protect your natural teeth under the veneers.
No, veneers are very thin. When done properly, they look natural and not bulky.
Veneers can't be whitened like natural teeth. We'll match the color of your veneers to your desired shade before placing them.
Getting veneers shouldn't hurt. We use local anesthesia when preparing your teeth.
The cost varies depending on how many veneers you need. We'll provide a detailed estimate during your consultation.
Yes, you can get a single veneer. However, we often recommend doing multiple teeth for a more uniform look.