Veneers Selbyville

Creating Star-Worthy Smiles

Think dental veneers are only for Hollywood movie stars? While it’s likely your favorite celebrity has received some form of cosmetic dentistry to achieve that radiant smile, this popular method of treatment isn’t just for the rich and famous. Even if you aren’t rubbing elbows with those in L.A. or New York, Dr. Paul and James Kramer can give you a star-worthy smile by hiding imperfections and completely transforming your aesthetics. If you’re ready to take the next step and make a positive change to your smile’s appearance, call our office today to schedule a consultation with our team at Kramer Dental for veneers in Selbyville.

A woman with dark hair smiling after receiving veneers in Selbyville

Why Choose Kramer Dental for Veneers?

Veneers that look and feel completely natural
Dr. Kramer voted Best Dentist in Sussex County 2013-2019
One-on-One personalized treatment designed for your individual needs

How Dental Veneers Work

Digital image of a veneer being placed over a natural healthy tooth

Veneers work by hiding smile imperfections. Whether it is stains, discolorations, gaps between teeth, chips, cracks, or misshapen teeth, veneers are custom-made to blend in and look completely natural.

The process of placing veneers requires removing a small portion of the enamel from the surface of each tooth in order for the bonding agent to properly adhere. After taking impressions of your teeth, your cosmetic dentists will send them off for dental lab technicians to use as a blueprint in creating your customized veneers.

Once they are ready, you will return to our office to have each veneer carefully placed. It takes a skillful hand and artistic eye to successfully place veneers, which is why our dentists are some of the best.

Benefits of Veneers

A dentist using a shade guide to determine the appropriate color of a female patients veneers

Apart from the improved aesthetic you will see after having your veneers put into place, there is a host of other benefits you will enjoy, including:

Increased confidence in the way you look and feel
Greater oral health by covering imperfections and reducing the risk of decay and/or gum disease
A low maintenance solution when it comes to keeping them clean (you’ll simply need to continue maintaining a good oral hygiene routine and avoid stain-causing foods and beverages)
A cosmetic dentistry solution that can last a decade or more with proper care
They are created and placed in just two visits

Who Should Consider Veneers?

A middle aged man smiling with veneers

If you’re embarrassed by your smile or simply wish to hide a few areas that are visible to others, veneers might just be the right solution for you. You will need to have good oral health, as gum disease or tooth decay can negatively impact not only your teeth and gums but also the lifespan of your veneers. It is imperative that you have these issues treated before moving forward with porcelain veneers.

Should you avoid receiving treatment for tooth decay or gum disease and have veneers put into place, you will end up spending more time and money trying to fix the issue than you would if you had taken care of the issue in the first place.

Only our dentists can decide if you are ready for treatment with veneers, which is why a consultation is so important.

Veneer FAQs

Are Veneers Permanent?

Technically, veneers are not permanent. Eventually, you’ll have to replace them. However, they are designed to last as long as possible and can only be removed by a qualified professional.

Since some enamel removal is necessary to make room for the veneers, this treatment is also considered irreversible; your enamel won’t grow back. For all intents and purposes, veneers are permanent in the sense that your teeth will always have to be covered in order to compensate for the lost enamel.

What Happens to the Teeth Under Veneers?

We will have to remove some enamel from each tooth that will be receiving a dental veneer. This makes many patients understandably nervous, as enamel is responsible for protecting the softer layers of your pearly whites from bacteria, infection, and decay. However, the etching technique and adhesive we use to bond the veneers to your teeth are safe, and your veneers will effectively replace the lost enamel layer as a shield. Overall, receiving veneers doesn’t increase your risk of oral health conditions, but since enamel removal is permanent, you should think carefully about this treatment!

Do Veneers Give You a Lisp?

At first, you may find it difficult to speak clearly around your new veneers. Removing enamel helps them fit snugly, but they are nevertheless a new installation for your smile and could feel odd in your mouth for a few days. Fortunately, any difficulties with speaking are temporary. After you get used to them, you’ll be back to talking like you normally would!

Can Veneers Be Used for Bite Corrections?

In specific cases, yes! Veneers don’t actually change the position of your teeth or jaw, so orthodontics will likely be a better solution if your misalignment is significant. However, sometimes misalignment is simply caused by unevenly sized teeth or small gaps. Dental veneers can be crafted to make your smile appear straighter, making them a more convenient fix for minor bite corrections.

How Long Do Veneers Last?

The short answer is that dental veneers can last between 10 and 15 years. If you take good care of them by avoiding overly hard foods and maintaining an oral hygiene routine, however, they could last as long as 30 years!

The most common cause of veneer failure is damage such as fractures, chips, and cracks. Biting down into hard objects and playing sports increases your odds of veneer damage, so try to avoid habits like nail biting, and ask us about a custom-fit mouthguard. We’ll be happy to help your dental veneers stand the test of time!

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