Porcelain Veneers
Candidacy Factors Do You Meet the Requirements?
Most patients in good oral health looking to transform their smiles make good veneer candidates. Our dentists will examine your teeth and gums to determine your candidacy during your consultation at our Slidell practice.
Ideal veneer patients will meet the following requirements.
In Good Oral Health
Oral health is the most important candidacy factor. Tooth decay and gum disease may need to be treated before veneer placement.
Free of Teeth Grinding
While the porcelain used to create your dental veneers is durable, it is not indestructible. Teeth grinding (bruxism) can damage or wear down your new restorations. However, our dentists may be able to fit you with a custom oral appliance so you can still undergo veneer treatment.
No Severe Misalignment
Dental veneers are effective at treating minor misalignment issues. Patients with moderate-to-severe misalignment may need to seek orthodontic treatment before veneers can be placed.
Have Sufficient Enamel
Your teeth must be prepped before your porcelain veneers can be placed. Our dentists will remove a small amount of your natural tooth enamel to make space for the dental veneer. Patients with thin enamel may need to seek alternative treatment or consider our minimal prep veneers.
Ready for a Permanent Change
Veneers are an irreversible cosmetic dentistry treatment. Because a portion of your enamel will need to be removed before placement, you will always need a restoration on a treated tooth. Patients who are not ready to make that kind of commitment can talk with our dentists about alternative options like dental bonding.
Have You Been Told You Have Thin Enamel?
Ask Our Dentists About Minimal-Prep Veneers
Minimal prep veneers are thinner than the traditional option so our dentists will remove less enamel, if any, before placement. Your candidacy for minimal-prep veneers will depend on tooth size and space between your natural teeth. You can ask about our minimal-prep veneers during your consultation at our Slidell practice.
Are You Ready to Enhance Your Smile? Contact Our Slidell Practice to Learn More
Life is too short to wear a smile you're not proud of. Dr. Appleton and Dr. Braud are experienced at creating beautiful, natural-looking smiles to enhance their patients' confidence. During your consultation, our dentists will listen to your cosmetic concerns to design a customized veneer treatment plan that will address every dental insecurity.
Contact our Slidell, LA, practice to request your porcelain veneers consultation and learn how our dentists can improve your quality of life.
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"I highly recommend Oak Harbor Dentistry."
Greg Rome
2022
Oak Harbor Family Dentistry is the place to go if you want the absolute best care for your teeth. My teeth were a train wreck. Dr. Appleton and his team gave me the help that I needed.
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2021
I highly recommended Oak Habor Dentistry. The staff, hygienist and most of all the both Dentist are wonderful and caring.
View on GoogleDr. Appleton Explains the Process See Our Dramatic Transformations
Both Dr. Appleton and Dr. Braud can customize your veneers to correct your cosmetic flaws and create a gorgeous smile. Once your custom-designed veneer is placed, our dentists will make any adjustments for comfort. You can leave our office proud of your appearance after two simple appointments.
Achieve Your Dream Smile in Just Two Visits
During your consultation, our dentists will create your treatment plan and prepare you for what to expect. Porcelain veneers require at least two appointments over the course of about four to six weeks, but the process can take longer depending on the case.
The dental-grade porcelain gives your veneers a natural-looking sheen that will make them virtually indistinguishable from your natural teeth.
Our State-of-the-Art Technology Creates Quicker and More Comfortable Visits
Our Slidell practice uses CEREC® Primescan to create detailed digital impressions of your teeth. The CEREC Primescan uses a scanner wand to take images of your mouth and build a virtual 3D model. This method is much more comfortable and convenient for our patients than traditional putty impressions.
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