Dental Veneers
Hide Stains, Chips, & Gaps
Transform Your Smile Using Dental Veneers
in Rochester
You can achieve a brighter, more even smile using dental veneers in Rochester. These thin shells cover the front of your teeth to correct color and shape in one straightforward process. They can often close small gaps as well. Dr. Ruchlin designs each veneer to match your natural teeth, so the change looks like it was always part of your smile.
Because veneers cover several imperfections together, you can address multiple smile issues without separate treatments for each one. Custom veneers also resist staining better than natural enamel, so your smile stays bright with everyday oral hygiene. The natural-looking finish blends with your other teeth, giving you a smile you feel confident sharing in photos and everyday conversations.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Veneers
Q What are dental veneers?
Dental veneers are thin, custom-made shells bonded to the front of the teeth to improve their color, shape, or size. They're typically made from porcelain or composite resin and are designed to blend in with the surrounding teeth. Veneers are a common choice for correcting several cosmetic issues together in one treatment.
Q What are dental veneers made from?
Dental veneers are typically made from porcelain or composite resin. Porcelain veneers tend to resist staining better and mimic the light-reflecting quality of natural enamel, while composite veneers are often more affordable and can sometimes be completed in a single visit.
Q How long does it take to get veneers?
Getting veneers usually takes two visits. During the first, a small amount of enamel is removed and an impression or digital scan is taken to design the veneers. Temporary veneers may be worn while the custom ones are made, and the final veneers are bonded into place at the second visit.
Q Do veneers require removing tooth enamel?
Traditional veneers require removing a small amount of enamel to make room for the shell, although the amount removed is minimal. Some no-prep or minimal-prep veneers require little to no enamel removal, though they aren't suitable for every situation.
Q How long do dental veneers typically last?
Dental veneers typically last at least five to seven years, though porcelain veneers often last longer than composite ones with proper care. Good oral hygiene and avoiding habits like nail-biting or chewing on hard objects can help extend how long veneers hold up.
Q Are veneers reversible?
Traditional veneers are generally not reversible, since a small amount of enamel is removed to place them. Because that enamel doesn't grow back, a tooth that has been prepared for a veneer will usually need a veneer or a similar covering restoration going forward.
Q Can veneers stain over time?
Porcelain veneers resist staining quite well, though the natural teeth around them can still change color over time. Composite veneers are more prone to staining and may need polishing or replacement sooner to keep pace with the rest of a smile.
Q Do veneers feel different from natural teeth?
Veneers typically feel similar to natural teeth once a patient adjusts to them, usually within a few days. Some patients notice a slight difference in texture or thickness at first, though this sensation typically fades quickly.
