Veneers – Palos Heights, IL
Achieve the Smile of Your Dreams with Veneers
Only a small fraction of adults have a flawless, radiant, and perfectly aligned smile. Whether from accidents, genetic factors, or neglecting oral care, imperfect teeth can negatively affect one's confidence and self-worth. Often, people don’t realize the true impact of an unattractive smile on daily life until veneers in Palos Heights come into play. This versatile cosmetic solution has the power to rejuvenate your smile, giving you newfound confidence. Continue reading or give us a call to learn more about this service!
What Are Dental Veneers?
Made from tooth-colored materials like porcelain, veneers are thin shells attached to the front of your teeth. They effectively conceal multiple cosmetic imperfections, offering a versatile solution for comprehensive smile enhancements. For this reason, veneers are often recommended for patients seeking extensive aesthetic changes in their smile.
The Process of Getting Veneers
To begin, schedule a consultation with Dr. Young. He'll attentively listen to your desired improvements, address any veneer-related concerns, and provide a detailed explanation of the procedure. This allows you to make an informed decision about choosing veneers.
Once you’ve decided to move forward with the process, the initial step involves preparing your smile. This requires a minor enamel removal to ensure the veneers sit seamlessly on your teeth. Following this, we'll take an impression, which will be forwarded to a lab for custom veneer fabrication. This process typically spans a few weeks, during which temporary veneers will be provided to protect your smile.
When your final veneers are ready for placement, you’ll return to our office. Minor adjustments may be made to ensure an accurate fit and the most natural appearance possible within your mouth.
Benefits of Veneers
Choosing veneers comes with several advantages, which is why they’re an incredibly popular cosmetic solution for patients seeking comprehensive smile enhancements. Here are some key benefits:
- Crafted from durable, stain-resistant dental porcelain
- Versatile solution suitable for addressing mild, moderate, or extensive cosmetic concerns
- Potential to last for over 25 years with proper maintenance
- Delivers results that both look and feel natural
- Achieve noticeable improvements in as few as two appointments
Understanding the Cost of Veneers
You don't have to spend your life’s savings to reveal a vibrant smile. Many factors affect the cost of teeth whitening, but Dr. Jeff Yenzer strives to keep a dazzling smile within everyone's budget. He has the solutions you need to reverse stains and discoloration to take years off the appearance of your teeth.
Cost vs. Cosmetic Dentistry: What's Right For Me?
Cosmetic dentistry is a big investment. No two mouths are identical, so there isn't a cookie-cutter treatment. It's important to consider additional factors when choosing a procedure, not just the cost. After examining your mouth and learning more about your preferences, Dr. Young will explain all of your options, including the treatment's timeline and cost, which may include:
- Braces: Braces can fix several bite and alignment issues using a system of wires and brackets. Although effective, the average treatment takes 18 to 24 months, which can be a long commitment for minor problems.
- Teeth Whitening: Age-related and surface stains can be improved by up to 8 shades. Your results can last for many months or years with the right care.
- Direct Bonding: A composite resin is shaded to the color of enamel to blend in with a tooth when used to fix minor issues, like decay or cracks.
- Veneers: Bonding veneers to the front sides of your teeth can improve many imperfections using a quick, minimally invasive procedure. You can fix stains, chips, and gaps using a solution that can last for 10 years or longer.
Dr. Young will explain the pros and cons of each option to help you make an educated decision about your smile. A member of our office will review your estimate, so you will know exactly what you'll have to pay before committing to anything.
How to Make Veneers Affordable
Dr. Young accepts several payment methods to keep dentistry affordable, including:
- Traditional Payments: Our office accepts all traditional payment methods for your convenience, like cash, personal checks, and credit cards.
- Dental Insurance: Most dental insurance won’t pay for elective procedures unless medically necessary, which can be the case when needing replacement veneers. Your insurance may include your consultation, diagnostic services, or preparatory treatments, like a dental cleaning. We will work on your behalf with your dental insurance to maximize any applicable coverage.
- Monthly Payments: Based on your credit approval, you can pay any out-of-pocket expenses using monthly installments. You can benefit from little or no interest in financing with CareCredit.
Veneer FAQs
After learning about the process of getting veneers and the benefits they come with, you may feel ready to schedule a consultation. If so, don’t hesitate to reach out to us – we’d love to help you start the smile transformation process! Of course, if you still have a few questions on your mind, you can read on to learn more about this popular cosmetic dental treatment as well.
Are Veneers Permanent?
Although veneers can last for well over a decade with proper care (making them one of the most long-lasting cosmetic dental services), they aren’t permanent. That’s why it’s important to take proactive measures to maintain them, including implementing a solid oral hygiene regimen, visiting us every six months for a checkup and cleaning, and exercising caution with crunchy foods, like thin pizza crust and tortilla chips.
What Happens to the Teeth Under Veneers?
Prior to having your veneers placed, Dr. Young will carefully remove a sliver of your enamel. Then, the thin shells of porcelain are securely attached to the front-facing surface of your teeth, enhancing the appearance of your smile in the process. Of course, you still need to take good care of your teeth (and gums) – they are still vulnerable to damage even with the veneers in place! For that reason, we encourage our patients to continue taking great care of their smile, from brushing consistently to avoiding unhealthy dental habits, like smoking.
Is There Anything I Can’t Eat with Veneers?
There technically aren’t any dietary restrictions with veneers. However, there are certain foods that can cause them to chip or break. That’s why we recommend exercising caution with tortilla chips, popcorn, peanut brittle, and other crunchy foods. Instead, do your best to eat a well-balanced diet that benefits the look and health of your smile.
Will I Still Be Able to Drink Coffee with Veneers?
If you love starting your morning with a hot cup of coffee or enjoying an iced coffee during the afternoon, don’t worry – you don’t have to eliminate this caffeinated beverage from your diet because of your veneers. We just recommend doing what you can to help prevent stubborn stains from surfacing, like using a straw, sipping on water, and brushing your teeth about 20 minutes later.
How Long Do Veneers Last?
The longevity of your veneers depends largely on how well you care for your smile. Typically, however, they last for a decade. In fact, a study by Layton found that 93% lasted 10 to 11 years, 91% lasted 12 to 13 years, and 73% lasted 15 to 16 years. As always, if you have any questions about the lifespan of your results or how to keep your veneers in tip-top shape, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us – we’re here to help!