Welcome to Sage Hills Dental in Cody, WY
Dental Veneers Services at Sage Hills Dental
A healthy, beautiful smile can change how you look and feel. We understand how important a positive attitude and a radiant smile can be, which is why we offer our patients porcelain veneers and dental veneers for their cosmetic needs. Led by Dr. Gardner and a team of experienced clinicians in Cody, WY, Sage Hills Dental is a local provider of cosmetic dentistry services. We can give you beautiful, natural-looking teeth with dental veneers, including traditional veneers, no-prep veneers, composite veneers, porcelain veneers, and more.
The Benefits of Porcelain Veneers and No-Prep Veneers
If you are looking for an easy way to enhance your smile, porcelain veneers or no-prep veneers are the answer. These ultra-thin custom shells fit snugly over the front of your teeth and can:
- Fix a number of different smile issues: Dental veneers are used to treat chips, cracks, gaps, minor misalignment, and stubborn discoloration.
- Blend in with the rest of your smile: Each veneer is custom-made to match your natural teeth in shade, translucency, and color.
- Provide a long-lasting solution: Porcelain veneers and no-prep veneers are both very durable, and with proper care and maintenance can last over 10 years.
- Resist stains and discoloration: Porcelain is more stain-resistant than the enamel on your natural teeth, making it easier to keep your smile white.
- Minimally invasive: Dental veneers do not typically require as much of the tooth structure to be removed as dental crowns. We offer both traditional veneers and ultra-conservative no-prep veneers for your needs.
Our Dental Veneer Process at Sage Hills Dental
We have designed our process for creating new smiles with dental veneers to be as comfortable and easy as possible. The steps include:
Consultation and Smile Design
The process of receiving veneers begins with a consultation with our professional dentist in Cody, WY. We will then discuss your goals and reasons for considering veneers, then evaluate your oral health to ensure you’re a good candidate. From there, we’ll determine whether traditional porcelain veneers, no-prep veneers, or other dental veneer options are right for you.
Preparing for Veneers
The next step in most cases is to prepare your teeth for dental veneers. Typically, only about half a millimeter of enamel is removed so we can shape the tooth to fit the veneers and have a more natural appearance. For no-prep veneers, this step can be much less involved or may not be necessary.
Impressions & Temp Veneers
Once your teeth are prepped, we will take digital impressions of your teeth and send them to a dental lab. There, a dental technician will fabricate your veneers, whether porcelain veneers or no-prep veneers. We will then fit you with temporary dental veneers to give you an idea of how your new veneers will look.
Placing Your Veneers
Once the dental lab has completed your new veneers, you will return to our office for the placement procedure. Dr. Gardner will check the color, fit, and shape of your veneers, then bond them to your teeth with a strong dental cement. The cement is then hardened using a special curing light.
Final Adjustments and Reveal
Once the dental veneers are in place, we will make any final adjustments and polish them, so your bite feels comfortable and your new smile is just as you had imagined. After that, you can leave our office with your beautiful new smile.
To maintain the longevity of your new smile, regular check-ups are essential. Our team will assess your veneers and overall oral health to ensure they remain in optimal condition.
How to Care for Dental Veneers
To help keep your porcelain veneers, composite veneers, or no-prep veneers in excellent condition, practice these easy-care steps:
Practice Good Oral Hygiene
Brush twice a day with a non-abrasive toothpaste and clean between your teeth daily with floss. This is important to keep both your veneers and your natural teeth healthy.
Use Your Teeth Properly
Porcelain veneers and resin composite veneers are strong, durable, and able to withstand daily use, but avoid biting into hard objects such as ice cubes, hard candies, and nutshells. Never use your teeth as tools, and if you grind or clench, we may recommend a custom nightguard to protect your veneers.
Limit Staining
Porcelain veneers are stain-resistant, but natural teeth are not. If you have a combination of veneers and natural teeth, limit your intake of coffee, tea, red wine, and other foods and beverages to maintain a uniform smile color.
Visit Your Dentist Regularly
Regular dental exams and professional cleanings with your dentist in Cody allow us to monitor the condition of your veneers and overall oral health, ensuring they stay polished and look great.
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Why Choose Us for Porcelain Veneers and No-Prep Veneers?
Choosing the right dentist in Cody, WY, is an important part of a successful veneer treatment. Here’s why Sage Hills Dental is the right choice for you:
- Customized: Each dental veneer treatment plan is customized based on your individual needs and desired outcomes.
- Skill and Experience: Our team has the skill and experience to deliver the results you want and deserve, whether you are considering porcelain, composite, or no-prep veneers.
- Technology: We use the latest dental technology to help us plan, design, and fit your veneers so they look their best.
- Comfort: We make your comfort our number one priority during every procedure. We ensure a comfortable and stress-free experience.
- Versatility: We offer a range of veneer options, including traditional veneers and no-prep veneers. This lets you choose the treatment that is best for you and your teeth.
Dental Veneers FAQs
Got a question about getting veneers? Here are some of the most common questions patients ask us about dental veneers:
Are dental veneers permanent?
Traditional porcelain veneers are not reversible. Veneers are bonded to the tooth, and because removing a thin layer of enamel is required, they must remain on the teeth for life. No-prep veneers are usually lab-made and require little or no enamel removal, and are sometimes removable. While veneers made from composite resin material have the benefit of being less expensive and repairs can often be made to them, although they may not last as long. There are advantages and disadvantages to each type of veneer, so talk to your dental professional about what is right for you.
How long will veneers last?
Porcelain veneers can last ten years or more if properly cared for and maintained. Brushing and flossing your teeth daily and making regular visits to us to check on the health of your veneers no matter the type of veneers you have is the best way to make them last.
Will porcelain veneers look natural?
Yes, absolutely! When our dentist in Cody designs your veneers, they will use the shape, size, color and translucency of your current teeth as a guide so that your veneers, whether porcelain veneers, composite veneers, or no-prep veneers, will look as natural as possible.
Will veneers match my natural teeth?
Yes. Your dentist will work with you to choose a shade for your veneers that will most closely match your natural teeth and create a consistent, attractive smile. Your dentist will use a shade guide to find the best match for the veneers on your unique smile.
Can I get a veneer for one tooth only?
Yes. Dental veneers can be used to repair or conceal a single tooth that is chipped, discolored or not aligned properly. Getting one veneer can be a simple and efficient way to restore your smile to symmetry, and your dentist can help you decide if that is the best solution for you.
Do I have to whiten my teeth before I get veneers?
Porcelain veneers and other dental veneers should not be bleached. If you are interested in whitening your teeth, you should do it before your veneer procedure so that your dentist can match your veneers to your bright white teeth.