A smile can be taken for granted. If you live with cosmetic insecurities like chips or discoloration, you may long for your old confidence.
Thankfully, a beautiful and natural-looking appearance is possible, with help from Sun City West, AZ, dentist Dr. Keith Copper.
AZ Implant & Denture Center can conceal minor cosmetic imperfections with thin, lifelike porcelain veneers.
Dental Veneers Dramatically Rejuvenate Your Smile
Veneers can make a huge difference in your appearance and confidence. Our Sun City dentist uses these thin shells to cover minor cosmetic insecurities, like stains or cracks. They can even cover just one tooth or all your front teeth, so that you can find a truly custom solution for your needs.
Because they are a cosmetic dentistry procedure, veneers can only help refine the appearance of your smile, as opposed to improving structure, health, or functionality. If you need more in-depth restorative care, our dentist can help with that too by placing dental crowns, dental bridges, or dentures.
I Want Veneers. Am I Candidate?
Our Sun City team can answer this question during your consultation. Until then, some of the chiefly cosmetic concerns that we look for in porcelain veneers candidates include:
- Discolored Teeth
- Chipped Teeth
- Cracked Teeth
- Gapped Teeth
- Misshapen Teeth
- Crooked Teeth
Choose A Cosmetic Dentist Who Uses Premium Materials
For high-quality, natural-looking veneers, our Sun City West, AZ, dentist offers two different kinds of materials:
Porcelain
When it comes to lifelike veneers, porcelain is the gold standard. That’s because it offers a translucency resembling that of your natural enamel. We can even match your veneers to your surrounding teeth, so that no one will even know you’ve made a change. Finally, porcelain is fairly strong, giving you a material that you can trust.
Ips E.max
We also provide IPS® e.max veneers. Though they are also made out of porcelain, they’re a bit different from traditional porcelain veneers. That’s because they require less modification to each tooth before placement, making them more conservative and decreasing the time it takes for our dentist to prepare your smile.
Curious about your options? We use a trusted local lab in Tempe, AZ, to create your custom veneers. From porcelain to IPS e.max, you can rest assured that they use top-of-the-line materials for the job. To learn more, contact our team or give us a call at (623) 214-7898.
How Does Veneer Placement Work?
When you visit our Sun City, AZ, dentist, you can expect tailored treatment with a clear timeline.
Whether you want to close a tooth gap or mask misshapen teeth, you can find subtle and stunning results with veneers.
Dental Consultation
Considering dental veneers? Come to our Sun City West office for a personalized consultation, where we will examine each tooth and honestly give you your options.
Veneer Prep
Our dentist will carefully remove a small bit of enamel from each tooth needing dental veneers. You can expect the procedure to be virtually painless. If you want porcelain veneers with less prep, consider IPS e.max veneers.
Digital Impressions
We take mess-free digital impressions, making your treatment as easy as possible from the very beginning. This highly accurate information ensures personalized results that blend in with each tooth.
Temporary Veneers
Don’t worry — you won’t have to leave our dental office with an incomplete smile. We can place subtle-looking temporary veneers to protect your enamel until your custom porcelain veneers arrive.
Veneer Creation
Once our dentist has your measurements, choice of shading, and other specifics, he’ll send it off to a local lab in Tempe. It takes them just two to three weeks to make your custom dental veneers.
Veneer Placement
You’ll return to our Sun City dental office one last time for your veneer placement. We’ll bond your veneers to your enamel using a safe substance like dental cement. After they’re dry, our dentist will check with you to make sure you love your new dental veneers.
How Long Will My Veneers Last?
Our Sun City West dentist, Dr. Cooper, uses porcelain for his veneers because it’s a beautiful and long-lasting material. Typically, patients can expect their veneers to remain in place for about 10 to 15 years. They can maintain their results for longer by following some dental care tips, which Dr. Cooper is happy to go over in-depth with you.
Caring For Veneers Is As Simple As Caring for Your Natural Teeth
With veneers, you can follow virtually the same hygiene routine as you would for your natural teeth:
Floss Each Day
You should floss every day, taking care to make a C-shaped curve around your teeth. You should make sure to also floss along and into your gum line, so that you can reach deeper plaque.
Brush at Least Twice a Day
While you don’t have to worry about your new white teeth turning yellow, you’ll still want to keep your mouth healthy. Make sure to brush your veneers, natural enamel, gums, and tongue at least twice a day.
Schedule Regular Dentist Visits
Dr. Cooper can help you maintain a stunning and healthy smile with dental visits twice per year. Since he placed your veneers, he’ll be able to notice any changes and offer personalized dental care advice.
Protect Your Teeth
Our teeth are strong, but even they have a breaking point. Protect your dental veneers and natural teeth by acting with care. Avoid bad habits like opening beer bottles or tearing into packages with your teeth.
Making Porcelain Veneers Affordable With Multiple Payment Options
Veneers are a type of cosmetic dentistry, so they’re not covered by insurance. To make beautiful smiles possible for our Sun City West patients, we accept payment options like:
Carecredit Financing
CareCredit® is a reputable medical financing lender that allows patients to make low-interest or no-interest payments on the treatments they want.
Cash or Check
For quick and simple payments, our dental team accepts cash and checks to cover the cost of your dental veneers treatment.
Major Credit Cards
Our dentistry office accepts a variety of major debit and credit cards, including American Express, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa.
