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A veneer is a thin shell — usually porcelain, sometimes composite resin — bonded to the front surface of a tooth to correct its shape, size, or color. Porcelain veneers resist staining better and last longer, typically ten to fifteen years, while composite veneers cost less and can be completed in a single visit.
A thin layer of enamel is typically prepped off before bonding, which is why the process is considered permanent rather than reversible. A same-visit digital mock-up shows you the expected shape and shade before the permanent veneers are fabricated in a lab.
Veneers won't stop new decay from forming on the rest of the tooth, so routine cleanings and exams still matter just as much afterward. Grinding at night is one of the more common reasons veneers chip early, so a nightguard is often recommended alongside the procedure.
You approve the shape and shade digitally before the lab fabricates the final porcelain shells.
Both material options are available, with your provider explaining the tradeoffs for your specific case.
Some cases qualify for ultra-thin veneers requiring little to no enamel removal.
Shape and shade are customized so veneers look intentional, not artificially uniform.
Whatever the specifics of your case, the specialist you reach through us has handled it before.
Lab-fabricated shells bonded to the front of teeth, lasting ten to fifteen years with proper care.
Sculpted and bonded directly to the tooth in a single visit, at a lower cost than porcelain.
Several front teeth are veneered together for a coordinated, symmetrical smile redesign.
Preserves more of your natural tooth compared to traditional veneer prep.
Chipped or aging veneers can often be repaired or replaced without redoing the entire smile.
You see the planned shape and shade digitally before committing to the procedure.
You describe what's going on; no automated menu, no long hold.
Based on your case and location in Webster Groves, MO, we find a provider with room on the schedule soon.
You get a clear explanation of the treatment plan and its cost before any work begins.
Treatment proceeds on the agreed plan, with clear aftercare instructions and a follow-up if the case calls for one.
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Because enamel is prepped away for a proper fit, veneers generally aren't meant to be removed and left bare afterward.
Lifespan varies by habits like grinding, but a decade or more is typical for porcelain.
Modern porcelain closely mimics natural enamel translucency, and shade-matching avoids an artificial, overly white look.
Enamel prep is done under local anesthesia, so the procedure itself is generally not painful.
Veneers cover just the front surface of a tooth, while crowns encase the entire visible tooth structure.
Pricing depends on the number of teeth involved and material choice, confirmed during your consultation.
We keep an updated roster of specialists across Webster Groves and the surrounding zip codes, so a nearby provider is already in our network.
Every provider carries an active MO dental license, verified before referral.
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