Doctor Corey Bickler Talks About Dental Veneers
Dental Veneers
Get A Flawless Smile
Cover Smile Imperfections With Dental Veneers in Salem
You can achieve a smile that looks effortlessly beautiful with dental veneers in Salem. These thin shells can hide the chips, stains, gaps, or uneven teeth that make you hesitant to smile. At Bickler Dentistry, you can look forward to completing your cosmetic boost in just a few visits. We use high-quality materials, including porcelain, ceramic, or zirconia. Dr. Bickler uses detailed planning to help you visualize and refine your changes. You'll leave with a smile that feels beautiful and unique to you.
Expect a Comfortable Veneer Process
We make getting veneers as easy as possible. One veneer treatment can address several cosmetic concerns at once. Dr. Bickler will consider how color, proportion, shape, and symmetry work together. This planning ensures you achieve the results you want.
Getting your veneers at our practice means you can trust top-quality materials and technique. Plus, if you feel nervous about getting dental veneers in Salem, we offer sedation to help with anxiety.
Plan Your New Smile
Dr. Bickler listens to what you want to change and evaluates your teeth. We may use a wax-up or digital design to explore changes in tooth length and shape before moving forward.
Prepare Your Teeth Conservatively
We may remove a small amount of enamel to create space for your veneers. This helps the restorations sit naturally against your teeth instead of looking bulky.
Capture Digital Impressions
Once your teeth are prepared, we take digital impressions rather than using traditional impression material. These detailed records help our lab partner create veneers specifically for your smile.
Create Your Custom Veneers
A skilled dental laboratory crafts your restorations according to the treatment plan. Color, shape, and other details are carefully selected to achieve the appearance you discussed with Dr. Bickler.
Complete Your Transformation
You return to our office when your veneers are ready. We check their appearance and fit before securely placing them on your teeth and completing your new smile.
Common Questions About Dental Veneers
Q What are dental veneers?
Dental veneers are thin, custom-made shells bonded to the front surface of your teeth to improve their appearance. They're commonly used to cover chips, stains, gaps, and misaligned or uneven teeth. You gain a smoother, more uniform smile without the more extensive treatment a crown would require.
Q What materials are used for dental veneers?
Dental veneers are typically made from porcelain, ceramic, or zirconia. Each material offers a slightly different balance of translucency, strength, and cost. Your dentist can help you choose the option that best fits your goals and the specific concerns you're addressing.
Q How many appointments does it take to get veneers?
Many veneer treatments are completed in two appointments. The first appointment involves preparing your teeth and taking impressions, while the second is for placing your custom-crafted veneers. Some practices also include a separate consultation visit beforehand to plan the design.
Q Are veneers painful to get?
Getting veneers typically involves little discomfort. A small amount of enamel is removed to prepare your teeth, which can be done comfortably with local anesthesia. Sedation options are also available for patients who feel anxious about the procedure.
Q Do veneers look natural?
Yes, when properly designed and placed, veneers are made to closely match the color, shape, and translucency of natural tooth enamel. Custom shade matching and material selection help ensure your veneers blend seamlessly with your surrounding teeth.
Q Can veneers be whitened?
No, once placed, veneers cannot be whitened using traditional teeth whitening treatments. Because of this, most patients whiten their natural teeth to their desired shade first. The veneers can be matched to that brighter color from the start.
Q How long do dental veneers last?
With proper care, dental veneers can last many years, often a decade or more depending on the material used and how well they're maintained. Avoiding habits like biting into hard objects or grinding your teeth can help extend their lifespan.
Q How do I care for my veneers?
Veneers are cared for much like natural teeth, with regular brushing, flossing, and dental checkups. While the material resists staining, it's still a good idea to limit excessive exposure to stain-causing foods and drinks. You should also avoid using your teeth to open packaging or bite into very hard objects.
