Porcelain Veneers
in New York City & Manhattan, NY

Types of Veneers

Composite Veneers

Composite veneers are made from a composite resin material that is applied to the teeth in small increments and often with little to no drilling. Composite veneers are a minimally invasive way to achieve your aesthetic goals and often are a bit less costly than lab-fabricated ceramic veneers. Composite veneers can be completed in one appointment to our Midtown Manhattan office.

Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain veneers are a very durable alternative to composite veneers and provide the highest level of aesthetics. They can be made of varying ceramics such as feldspathic porcelain (mostly aesthetic), Emax (lithium disilicate), and Zirconia (known for its extraordinary strength). They provide the highest level of luster and the ability to blend seamlessly with remaining teeth.

Porcelain veneers do not stain and are as close in strength to natural tooth enamel. Porcelain veneers require multiple appointments and are custom fabricated by our world-renowned ceramists.

The Porcelain Veneers Treatment Process and What to Expect

Your First Appointment (30-60 minutes)

Dr. Chern will take photographs and models to discuss your treatment goals during a consultation. You’ll go over your options for your specific cosmetic restoration goals and a virtual smile design rendering will be ordered from our world-renowned dental lab. Dr. Chern can discuss any other options you might have for enhancing your smile with our best cosmetic dentistry options, such as teeth whitening treatments, before you commit to veneers.

Your Second Appointment (30-45 minutes)

You’ll review the virtual smile design and a “trial smile” will be placed in your mouth. Pictures will be taken and we’ll discuss any adjustments to the aesthetics before we fabricate dental veneers for you. This means you’ll be able to try on your new smile before any drilling occurs so you can ensure you’ll get the result you want.

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Your Third Appointment (60-120 minutes)

To place veneers, the teeth need to be prepared. Dr. Chern will gently reshape the surface of each tooth so that the veneer can be applied to the surface. A local anesthetic will be used during tooth preparation to minimize any discomfort.

Once the teeth are reshaped, an impression is taken of your teeth. This will be sent to our lab to create your veneers. Temporary veneers will be placed while your final veneers are made. The temporaries are made with a special resin material and will look and feel similar to the permanent veneers but can be easily removed once the time comes to place your final veneers.

Your Final Appointment (60-90 minutes)

During this appointment, Dr. Chern will remove your temporary veneers and try the permanent ones. She will examine your new veneers to make sure they have the right fit and form before bonding the veneers to the teeth.

Once everything is confirmed, the teeth are cleaned with pumice, polished, and etched. A special dental cement is applied to the veneers and the veneers are placed over the natural tooth. A special light-curing tool is used to set the veneer into its permanent position. Finally, your bite will be checked and excess cement will be cleaned off. Final pictures will be taken and you’ll be ready to return home and enjoy your new smile!

Your Follow-up Appointment (1-2 weeks after)

Dr. Chern will schedule a follow-up appointment with you after placing your veneers. These follow-up appointments can help Dr. Chern oversee how your teeth and mouth are reacting to the veneers and check for any concerns that might arise. After this appointment, you should make sure to schedule your regular hygiene appointments to make sure your veneers are long-lasting and getting the care they need.

Porcelain Veneer FAQs

Caring For Your Veneers

Taking good care of your veneers will mean that you get the most of your investment. You should make sure to follow these care steps at home to keep your veneers healthy and long-lasting:

• Eat a healthy diet (go easy on sweets and soft drinks)
• See your dentist regularly (every 4-6 months for a hygiene appointment)
• Brush your teeth twice daily for 2 minutes with a soft electric toothbrush
• Floss every day or use a water flosser (Waterpik)
• Always clean between your teeth and around your veneers

Depending on the type of material, you can expect to get between ten to twenty years out of your custom-made veneers. Dr. Chern may also recommend an oral splint or nightguard to protect your teeth from forces and extend the life of your dental veneers.