Veneers – Hackensack, NJ
Creating the Flawless Smile You Deserve
Everyone wishes they could have a perfect, unblemished smile, but unfortunately, accidents, poor oral hygiene, and other factors can leave you with various imperfections on your teeth as the years go by. However, our team at Anderson Dental Center can help you correct these flaws and create the bright, beautiful grin of your dreams with customized veneers. Give us a call today if you have been thinking of making a few improvements to your smile.
Why Choose Anderson Dental Center for Veneers?
- Fully Personalized, Long-Lasting Veneers
- Multiple Dental Experts in One Location
- Evening and Saturday Appointments Available
What Are Dental Veneers?
The veneers we use for cosmetic dentistry are thin shells made to cover the front surface of your teeth. They’re made out of ceramic materials that can be color-matched to your natural enamel, allowing them to blend in perfectly with the rest of your smile.
Veneers can be used to hide many different cosmetic flaws, such as minor chips, small gaps, and any stains that can’t be removed via teeth whitening. You can get a single veneer to correct one tooth, or you can get enough veneers to transform your entire smile; it depends on how extensive the changes you want to make are.
The Process of Getting Veneers
Getting veneers normally takes just two appointments, and you can usually expect the process to follow these steps:
- Initial Consultation: Before anything else, we need to make sure veneers are right for you. We’ll check your mouth for cavities and other oral health problems that need to be treated before you can start making cosmetic improvements to your grin. Afterward, we’ll work with you to create your veneer treatment plan.
- Preparations: We need to adjust your teeth so that your veneers fit properly. This means removing a very small amount of enamel from each relevant tooth.
- Impressions: Once your teeth have been prepared, we can capture an impression of your smile so that a dental laboratory can use it to design and create your veneers.
- Temporary Veneers: You’ll be given temporary veneers to keep your prepared teeth safe. This will also give you a preview of what your smile will look like once the final veneers are in place.
- Removing the Temporaries and Placing the Permanent Veneers: At your last appointment, the temporary veneers will be taken off your teeth so that the permanent ones can be cemented in place. We’ll examine your new veneers closely to make sure there aren’t any issues before we put the finishing touches on your new smile.
The Benefits of Veneers
Veneers are one of the most comprehensive cosmetic options available. Some of the important benefits they offer include:
- The ability to improve multiple aspects of your smile simultaneously with just one appointment.
- A natural-looking appearance thanks to high-quality tooth-colored materials.
- Durability that allows them to last 10 years or more with the right maintenance.
- A versatile treatment that can be used to address mild, moderate, or extensive cosmetic issues.
Veneers FAQs
Are Veneers Permanent?
Veneers will eventually have to be replaced, so they cannot be called permanent. However, the process of placing them is irreversible since it requires the removal of a small amount of enamel that will not grow back. Teeth that receive veneers will have to wear them from then on for protection against injury and infection, and these appliances can last for fifteen years or more if the patient takes excellent care of them. The best ways to help your veneers last for as long as possible include:
- Brushing, flossing, and using antibacterial mouthwash every day
- Visiting our office in Hackensack every six months for routine checkups
- Making smart eating decisions that minimize your intake of sugar and acid
- Protecting your smile from injuries while playing sports or riding a bike by wearing an appropriate protective device
What Happens to the Teeth Wearing Veneers?
Receiving veneers will not harm your teeth since only a minimal amount of enamel is removed and the cement used to secure them is safe for use in the human mouth. The procedure will not increase your risk of cavities since the treated tooth will be protected by a high-quality restoration, but you will still need to brush and floss every day to prevent tooth decay that can ruin the results of your cosmetic treatment. Other great ways to protect your treated and untreated teeth include rinsing regularly with antibacterial mouthwash, receiving regular checkups at our Hackensack office, and avoiding excessive consumption of sugar and acid.
Will I Still Be Able to Drink Coffee with Veneers?
Veneers are made of nonporous ceramic materials that make them incredibly resistant to stains, but excessive exposure to discoloring foods and beverages can eventually leave unsightly blemishes on your cosmetic appliances. While you can drink coffee without worrying too much about stains, it’s best to do so using a straw to limit how much contact the dark liquid makes with your restorations. It’s a great idea to only enjoy dark beverages such as coffee, tea, red wine, and cola in moderation, and you can help wash staining agents away from your veneers and enamel by drinking a tall glass of water afterward.
How Many Veneers Will I Need?
Veneers are designed to ensure that all your visible teeth match in a visually pleasing manner, and each tooth that must be treated will require its own veneer. Some people may only need a single veneer to address a chipped tooth while others may need as many as ten or twelve. During your consultation, our dentist will be happy to explain how many appliances you will need to achieve your desired results.