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A veneer is a thin shell, usually porcelain or sometimes composite resin, bonded to the front of a tooth to reshape it, resize it, or change its color. Porcelain resists staining and typically lasts ten to fifteen years; composite costs less and can often be finished in a single visit.
A small amount of enamel prep is typical, which is part of why the process is considered permanent. Most patients see a preview before committing, so there are no surprises with the final look.
Getting veneers doesn't replace the need for normal hygiene — the tooth underneath still needs the same care as any other. Patients who grind their teeth are usually advised to wear a nightguard to protect new veneers from chipping.
You approve shape and shade digitally before the lab makes the final porcelain shells. You can request tweaks to the preview until the shape and shade feel right.
Both material options are explained with their tradeoffs for your specific case. Cost, longevity, and turnaround time are laid out side by side before you decide.
Some cases qualify for ultra-thin veneers requiring little to no enamel removal. Not every case is a fit, but it's evaluated before committing to a more invasive prep.
Veneers are matched to your natural teeth or your target brighter shade. You see the planned shade against your actual teeth before it's locked in.
Our network specialists cover the full range of this procedure, from the routine case to the complicated one.
Lab-made shells bonded to the front of teeth, lasting ten to fifteen years with care.
A same-day option for patients who want results without a lab turnaround wait.
Plans shape and shade across multiple teeth as one cohesive design.
Ultra-thin shells requiring little to no enamel reduction for qualifying cases.
A single damaged veneer is usually addressed individually.
You see the planned shape and shade digitally before committing.
You describe what's going on in a minute or two; no automated menu to fight through first.
We match you with a nearby specialist experienced in this exact procedure and check real-time openings.
You get a clear explanation of the treatment plan and its cost before any work begins.
Treatment proceeds on the agreed plan, with aftercare instructions and a follow-up if the case calls for one.
"Explained every step and the cost before doing anything. First visit that didn't feel rushed."
"Price on the phone matched the invoice exactly. No surprise charges at all."
"No upsells, no pressure. Just the treatment I needed at the price I was told upfront."
Because enamel is prepped away, veneers generally aren't meant to be removed and left bare.
With good hygiene, they commonly last ten to fifteen years before replacement is needed.
Modern porcelain mimics natural enamel translucency, and shade-matching avoids an obviously artificial look.
Some mild sensitivity afterward is possible, but prep and bonding are done comfortably numbed.
Veneers cover just the front surface; crowns encase the entire visible tooth.
Pricing depends on how many teeth are involved, confirmed at your consultation.
We keep a live list of specialists across Corrales and the surrounding zip codes, so a nearby, open provider is already in our network.
Licensed to practice in NM, verified before referral.
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