Veneers
in Evergreen, CO

Since veneers eventually have to be replaced, they’re not considered a permanent cosmetic solution. However, the process for getting them is irreversible. In preparation for veneers, our cosmetic dentist in Evergreen must remove a small amount of enamel from your teeth. And unlike hair and nails, the enamel never grows back once it’s been filed away. Once your teeth are prepared this way, they’ll always need to be covered with crowns or veneers to protect them. If you don’t want to alter your teeth permanently, you can opt for Lumineers, which can often be placed without removing any enamel.

As mentioned earlier, only a slim layer of enamel is removed to ensure the veneers fit properly on the teeth. The veneers themselves (which are ultra-thin shells of dental-grade porcelain) are bonded to the front surfaces of your teeth with special cement. It’s completely safe and won’t harm your pearly whites at all! Since the enamel will be covered by veneers, this treatment won’t increase your risk of cavities. However, you must continue to practice good oral hygiene, visit your dentist regularly, and follow a healthy lifestyle to keep your mouth problem-free.

Some patients may temporarily develop a lisp or speech impediment when they first get veneers because they have trouble pronouncing certain words. That’s mainly because the tongue is not used to the veneers in your mouth. Even though it’s a minor difference in thickness, it still affects the way your tongue moves, resulting in a lisp when you try to pronounce the “s” and “v” sounds. With lots of practice, your lisp will eventually resolve on its own, and your speech will return to normal.

While you wait for your permanent veneers to be made, you’ll wear temporary veneers to protect your teeth in the meantime. During this time, you’ll need to avoid hard foods (i.e., ice, raw fruits, vegetables, candy) that could break the restoration. You’ll also want to exercise caution with sticky and dark-colored foods and drinks. Once your permanent veneers are in place, you can eat almost anything you’d like. Just be careful with hard or crunchy foods as well as dark beverages because they can damage or stain your new smile. Since alcohol can weaken the bonding material holding your veneers in place, only drink it sparingly.

Yes, you can absolutely get a single veneer to address one problematic tooth, or just a few veneers to address specific concerns. Many patients also choose a full set of 6 to 10 veneers across the front teeth for a complete smile transformation. Our team will custom-design your veneers to match the rest of your smile, whether you're enhancing one tooth or all of them.

Porcelain veneers are highly resistant to staining, even more so than natural tooth enamel. However, the bonding material that secures the veneers to your teeth can stain at the edges over time, especially with heavy consumption of coffee, tea, red wine, or tobacco. Maintaining good oral hygiene and limiting staining substances will help keep your veneers looking bright for years.

Absolutely. Porcelain reflects light in much the same way as natural tooth enamel, giving veneers a lifelike, translucent appearance. Each veneer is custom-shaded, shaped, and sized to complement your facial features and blend seamlessly with any surrounding natural teeth. Most patients in Evergreen, Golden, and Conifer are amazed at how natural and beautiful their finished veneers look.