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Are you embarrassed to smile because of imperfect teeth? Porcelain veneers can subtly conceal all types of cosmetic issues. Find out how our team can rejuvenate your smile with veneers in Moss Bluff, Lake Charles, and Carlyss, LA.
How Do Veneers Work?
Simply put, a veneer is a “shell” made to cover the entire visible portion of a tooth. Veneers are very thin, typically less than half a millimeter thick, and most commonly made from porcelain.
Because they can be used to conceal chips, cracks, stains, small gaps, and even more, veneers are one of the most popular cosmetic dentistry treatment options available.
Though they aren’t a permanent treatment, with good care and regular checkups at our dental office in Lake Charles, Carlyss, or Moss Bluff, LA, a set of veneers can beautify your smile for many years to come.
The Benefits of Dental Veneers
Comprehensive Coverage
While dental bonding or teeth whitening can be great for touching up small blemishes, veneers allow our highly trained cosmetic dentists to completely transform your front-facing teeth.
Versatility
Veneers are ultra-thin, tooth-colored porcelain shells (about the thickness of a fingernail) that are carefully bonded to the surfaces of teeth. Every veneer we provide is custom-designed so these prosthetics can cover an incredibly wide range of cosmetic issues.
Natural-Looking Results
Our dentists plan every cosmetic procedure very carefully, ensuring that results are as lifelike as possible. To produce the most natural-looking smiles, we only work with a trusted dental laboratory that fabricates veneers from long-lasting, medical-grade porcelain.
Interested in Enhancing Your Smile?
Request Your Dental Veneer Consultation Today
Veneers can deliver life-changing cosmetic results. If you are tired of living with worn, discolored, or slightly crooked teeth, Our team at Lake Area Dentistry can have you fitted with one or more beautiful veneers made from porcelain that look just like the real thing.
By simply receiving a few porcelain veneers, you can experience an exciting boost in confidence. Best of all, every veneer procedure is totally customized to realize the smile you’ve been dreaming of.
Do you live in Lake Charles, Sulphur, or nearby? To book your porcelain veneer consultation at one of our offices, please contact us online or call:
Are Porcelain Veneers Worth the Price?
Absolutely! Here are some reasons why dental veneers are worth the cost for patients from DeQuincy, Sulphur, and nearby:
Invest In Your Confidence
Any investment in the appearance of your smile is an investment in yourself. Whether you seek porcelain veneers for personal or professional reasons, having an attractive smile is a proven way to boost your self-esteem and improve how others view you.
Enjoy Long-Lasting Results
While porcelain veneers are higher in cost than teeth whitening, dental bonding, and other forms of dentistry, the shells can deliver aesthetic benefits that last much longer. With proper maintenance, porcelain veneers have been known to last for 15 years or more.
Giving Lake Charles
a Reason to Smile
“They really care for you. They are always nice and polite. They make you as comfortable as they can. I always needed gas for the dental work but they play the best music. I dont mind the drive from my house to Moss Bluff either. Thank you Dr. Aucoin.
Pat DuPlechian, 2024
Are You a Good Candidate
for Porcelain Veneers?
Many of our patients from DeQuincy, Sulphur, and nearby are great candidates for porcelain veneers. Candidates for this form of dentistry should:
Be in Good Oral Health
In general, candidates should be in good dental health and free of conditions like tooth decay or gum disease. If your teeth are severely decayed, we can help you with an appropriate restorative dentistry treatment beforehand. During your consultation, our doctors can examine your smile and recommend any procedures necessary to restore your candidacy.
Have Healthy Enamel
Placing a veneer also requires the removal of a small layer of enamel. If you don't have enough enamel for safe removal, your teeth cannot be prepared for this treatment. Fortunately, an alternative treatment like dental bonding or dental crowns could be a great choice for you.
Are You Interested in Dental Veneers?
Set Up a Consultation to Learn More
You do not have to put up with unwanted chips, cracks, stains, and gaps. If you live in the Lake Charles, or Carlyss, LA, areas, our dental care team can help. Getting custom-made porcelain veneers at our practice may be just what you need to open up new opportunities.
During your visit, we can answer any questions you may have about the dental veneer process. We can also discuss other dental services that may be better alternatives in your case.
Experience the joys of a new smile today. We invite you to request an appointment online or reach our dental offices in the Lake Charles area by phone.
The Veneers Timeline
Veneers can transform your smile in two office visits. We'll custom-design your set so each veneer looks and feels natural.
We proudly serve patients from DeQuincy, Sulphur, and surrounding communities.
See How Veneers Are Placed
After a small portion of enamel is removed, a veneer can fit snugly over the surface of a tooth. It will be bonded in place with special dental cement for results that last.
Caring for Veneers
Use Non-Abrasive Toothpaste
You should avoid using any type of abrasive toothpaste, as it can affect the look of your veneers. Take care when flossing with veneers as well. Rough movements can cause the veneer to dislodge from the surface of the tooth.
Refrain From Opening Packages With Your Teeth
Veneers are strong, but once you have them, you should never use your teeth to pry open or tear packages or other objects.
Maintain a Healthy Smile
Maintaining good oral hygiene habits can ensure that your veneers do not become loose or dislodged due to underlying decay. Twice-a-year visits to our dental practice can also ensure that your teeth remain healthy and your veneers remain strong.
Plan for the Future
Your veneers will eventually need to be replaced. When they do, Dr. Hennigan can perform the replacement procedure at our Lake Charles, Moss Bluff, or Carlyss dental offices.
Porcelain Veneer Alternatives
Additional Dental Treatment Options
Dental Bonding
Teeth Whitening
Dental Crowns
Invisalign
Frequently Asked Questions
About Veneers in Lake Charles
No! Thanks to modern anesthetic techniques, patients rarely experience discomfort when getting a custom set of veneers. Even though a small amount of tooth enamel is removed, placing a set of veneers is a virtually painless process. However, if you have dental anxiety or an especially sensitive smile, we are more than happy to provide calming sedation during treatment. If at any time during your treatment something becomes uncomfortable, please let your team know so we can make adjustments to ensure your comfort.
With proper care and maintenance, your veneers can last for up to 15 years or more. However, it is important to remember that the porcelain will wear over time with use, and your veneers will eventually need to be replaced.
If the veneer is not damaged, your dentist can likely rebond it to your tooth. Contact our Lake Charles offices so we can fit you in as soon as possible. If your veneer has fallen off completely, place it in a protective container to prevent damage while you wait for your appointment.
Yes! Veneers are often combined with other cosmetic treatments like teeth whitening, allowing patients to enjoy a total smile transformation. During your initial consultation, be sure to discuss your goals and desires with your dentist so he can design a custom smile makeover plan to meet all your needs.
No. Only a small amount of enamel needs to be removed before a porcelain veneer can be bonded to a tooth. This does not affect the overall structure or integrity of the tooth or a patient’s dental health. However, once the tooth is altered, it will always require some sort of restoration to protect it.
When properly fitted and placed, porcelain veneers should look and feel just like your natural teeth. The porcelain material is quite convincing. In fact, the natural-looking results are one of the reasons veneers are such a popular cosmetic dentistry procedure. No one will be able to tell you have a veneer on your tooth.
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