Improve Your Smile With Veneers
Transforming Smiles in Summit & Westfield with Custom Veneers
Smiling and laughing are a natural part of life, but for those with cosmetic imperfections, even everyday expressions can feel uncomfortable. If you’re someone with a less-than-perfect smile, you may be hiding your grin in photos or avoiding eye contact when you laugh. At Dental Studios in Summit and Westfield, New Jersey, we believe every patient deserves a smile they feel confident sharing.
That’s why Dr. Daniel Butensky and Dr. Stephen T. Busby offer beautifully designed dental veneers to help our patients achieve an attractive smile. Using the latest advancements in cosmetic dentistry, we can transform discolored, chipped, or misshapen teeth with durable and lifelike results.
Veneers 101: How They Work
Dental veneers are ultra-thin shells made from either porcelain or composite resin that are designed to cover the front teeth, masking flaws and giving you a uniform smile. These custom veneers are crafted to match the natural shape, size, and color of your existing teeth, creating a result that looks completely natural.
To begin, your provider gently removes a thin layer of natural tooth enamel to allow space for the veneers. This process is called tooth preparation, and it ensures the veneer bonds securely and looks proportional. After making a mold, we send it to a trusted dental laboratory, where your new veneers are created. Once they’re ready, your dentist permanently places them using dental cement. The result? Permanently bonded, natural-looking teeth that enhance your smile.
Benefits of Porcelain and Composite Veneers
At Dental Studios, we offer both porcelain veneers and composite veneers. While both are effective in improving your smile’s appearance, porcelain veneers are more stain-resistant and longer-lasting, making them a popular choice for full smile makeovers. Composite veneers are more affordable and often require less tooth structure removal, making them ideal for minor chips or small cosmetic imperfections.
Veneers are especially helpful for improving:
- Chipped teeth and cracks
- Deep stains resistant to teeth whitening
- Gaps between teeth
- Slightly crooked or uneven teeth
- Teeth with irregular shapes or sizes
- Coverage of old dental work or worn enamel
Because veneers cover multiple concerns at once, they’re a popular choice among patients looking for comprehensive cosmetic dentistry results.
Same-Day Temporary Veneers Available
During the waiting period for your custom dental crown or veneer, we offer temporary veneers to protect your prepared tooth and maintain the appearance of your smile. These are especially useful for patients receiving traditional veneers, which require fabrication at a dental lab. Temporary veneers allow you to continue smiling confidently until your permanent veneers are ready.
Maintaining Your Veneers with Proper Care
After receiving veneers, it’s essential to maintain them with proper care and a commitment to long-term oral hygiene. While porcelain veneers and composite veneers are highly durable, they still require the same attention you give your natural teeth. Brushing twice daily, flossing regularly, and attending routine dental cleanings are key to preserving the life of your permanent veneers.
Avoiding habits that can damage your veneers, such as biting hard objects, grinding your teeth, or using your teeth as tools, also helps prevent chips or fractures. Although veneers resist staining better than natural tooth enamel, limiting stain-causing drinks like coffee, tea, and red wine will help preserve your new smile for years to come.
Veneers vs. Other Cosmetic Dentistry Options
When deciding how to improve a less-than-perfect smile, patients often wonder whether dental veneers are the right choice compared to other cosmetic solutions. For superficial discoloration, teeth whitening may be effective, but veneers offer a more comprehensive solution by addressing both color and shape irregularities. If the underlying tooth structure is compromised or if the damage is more severe, a dental crown might be recommended instead.
Unlike dental implants, which replace missing teeth, veneers focus on enhancing the aesthetics of existing teeth. For patients with relatively healthy front teeth who want a dramatic cosmetic upgrade, veneers offer a minimally invasive, highly customizable option. During your consultation, we’ll compare all options and recommend the treatment that best supports your goals and dental health.
Are Dental Veneers Right for You?
Most patients who are looking to correct cosmetic imperfections and improve their smile’s overall symmetry and color are great candidates for dental veneers. However, you’ll need to have healthy natural teeth and good oral hygiene. Patients with decayed teeth, active gum disease, or those lacking sufficient enamel may need alternative treatments such as dental crowns or dental implants.
During your consultation at Dental Studios, we evaluate your oral health, listen to your goals, and help you decide whether veneers, teeth whitening, or other cosmetic dentistry treatments are best suited for your needs. Our goal is to give you a beautiful, functional, and lasting result with the most minimally invasive method possible.
Veneers Westfield & Summit – Schedule Your Consultation Today for
Ready to experience the power of transforming smiles? Whether you’re correcting chipped teeth, brightening discolored teeth, or closing gaps between your front teeth, our team at Dental Studios in Summit and Westfield is here to help. We’re committed to helping you achieve the beautiful smile you’ve always wanted – with comfort, customization, and expert care.
Contact our Summit office at (908) 520-7271 or our Westfield location at (908) 490-6185, or complete our contact form to schedule your consultation. The Dental Studio is an excellent choice for family and children’s dentistry as well as senior dental care.
