Porcelain Veneers in Calgary
All Smiles Dental Care offers porcelain veneers in NW Calgary to change the shape, colour and look of your front teeth. Veneers are ultra-thin, custom-made shells of dental ceramic that are bonded to the front of your teeth.
What Are Porcelain Veneers?
Porcelain veneers are ultra-thin, custom-made shells of dental ceramic that are bonded to the front surface of your teeth. They are one of the most popular cosmetic dentistry treatments. Each veneer is made individually in a laboratory to match the shape, size and colour of the smile you and your dentist plan together.
Our general dentists see patients from Country Hills, Hamptons, Hidden Valley, Panorama Hills, Coventry Hills, Evanston, Sandstone, Kincora, Nolan Hill, Sherwood and the rest of NW Calgary. Your first step is a consultation at our clinic at 5149 Country Hills Blvd NW.
What Can Veneers Correct?
- Chipped or cracked teeth
- Stubborn stains and discolouration that do not respond to whitening
- Gaps between teeth
- Slightly misaligned or uneven teeth
- Teeth that are too small or worn down
- Irregularly shaped teeth
Not every tooth is a candidate. Your dentist will check the health of your teeth and gums and tell you whether veneers suit your goals or whether another option, such as composite bonding or teeth whitening, would be a better fit.
The Porcelain Veneer Process
| Step | What happens |
|---|---|
| 1. Consultation | Your dentist talks through your goals and designs your smile with you. |
| 2. Preparation | A very thin layer of enamel, usually less than one millimetre, is removed from the front of each tooth. |
| 3. Impressions and temporaries | Impressions are taken and temporary veneers are placed while your custom veneers are made. |
| 4. Fabrication | Your veneers are made in a laboratory over one to two weeks. |
| 5. Bonding | At the final appointment your veneers are bonded to your teeth. |
The whole process typically takes two to three appointments. Read more in our guide to the most common questions about veneers.
Veneers vs. Other Cosmetic Options
| Option | Suits | Things to know |
|---|---|---|
| Porcelain veneers | Changing the shape, colour and look of several front teeth | Made in a lab over one to two weeks, and a small amount of enamel is removed |
| Composite bonding | Small chips, gaps and repairs | Tooth-coloured resin, usually completed in one appointment |
| Teeth whitening | Stains on natural enamel | Does not change the colour of veneers or other restorations |
| Dental crowns | Teeth that are badly damaged or weakened | Cover the whole tooth rather than just the front |
| Invisalign | Crowding and spacing | Moves your own teeth instead of covering them |
Are Porcelain Veneers Strong and Long Lasting?
Porcelain veneers are stain-resistant and durable, but they need proper care. With good care, they can last fifteen years or more. Individual veneers may need replacing after ten to twenty years. Because enamel is removed to place them, veneers are considered a long-term treatment that cannot be undone. Our guide explains how strong porcelain veneers are.
Caring for Your Veneers
- Brush and floss every day
- Avoid biting hard objects such as ice or pen caps
- Wear a night guard if you grind your teeth
- Go to your regular dental exams and cleanings
Why Choose All Smiles Dental Care for Porcelain Veneers
- General dentists caring for children and adults at one family-friendly clinic
- Your smile is planned with you at a consultation before treatment starts
- Digital X-rays and intraoral cameras to examine your teeth
- Sedation options, including nitrous oxide and oral sedation, if you feel anxious
- Direct insurance billing
- 0% financing available
- Monday evening hours until 8 PM, early starts at 7 AM on Thursday and Friday, and Saturday appointments
- A convenient NW Calgary location in the Country Hills area
Cost of Porcelain Veneers in Calgary
The cost of veneers depends on how many teeth you treat and your treatment plan, so we cannot give an accurate price before your dentist examines you. After your consultation, our team can go over your plan with you. We bill insurance directly where your plan allows and offer 0% financing. Call 403-777-3567 to ask about your coverage and payment options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are veneers permanent?
Porcelain veneers are considered a long-term treatment because a small amount of enamel, usually less than one millimetre, is removed from the front of each tooth to place them. That enamel does not grow back, so you cannot simply return to your natural teeth. Veneers themselves are not forever, and an individual veneer may need replacing after ten to twenty years.
How long do porcelain veneers last?
With good care, porcelain veneers can last fifteen years or more. An individual veneer may need replacing after ten to twenty years. How long yours last depends on your daily brushing and flossing, avoiding hard objects like ice and pen caps, and wearing a night guard if you grind your teeth.
Do veneers look natural?
Yes. Modern porcelain veneers are designed to mimic the translucency and colour variations of natural tooth enamel. Each veneer is made individually in a laboratory to match the shape, size and colour you and your dentist choose, so when properly placed they blend in with the teeth around them.
Can veneers stain?
Porcelain is highly resistant to staining, much more so than natural enamel. The edges of the bonding material can discolour over time if oral hygiene is poor, so brush and floss daily and keep up with your dental exams and cleanings. Veneers do not whiten, so choose your shade carefully with your dentist.
How many appointments do veneers take?
Veneers typically take two to three appointments. At the first visit your dentist discusses your goals and designs your smile. Next, the teeth are prepared, impressions are taken and temporary veneers are placed. The custom veneers are made over one to two weeks, then bonded to your teeth at the final appointment.
How much do veneers cost in Calgary?
The cost depends on how many teeth you treat and your treatment plan, so a price is given after your consultation. We bill insurance directly where your plan allows it and offer 0% financing. Call 403-777-3567 or book a visit and our team will go over your options and payment choices with you.
Book Your Veneer Consultation in NW Calgary
Ready to talk about a new smile? Call All Smiles Dental Care or book a visit online and we will walk you through your options.
- Monday:9 AM to 8 PM
- Tuesday:8 AM to 4 PM
- Wednesday:8 AM to 5 PM
- Thursday:7 AM to 4 PM
- Friday:7 AM to 4 PM
- Saturday:9 AM to 4 PM
- Sunday:Closed
All Smiles Dental Care, 5149 Country Hills Blvd NW, #206, Calgary, AB T3A 5K8, 403-777-3567
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