There are three stages of the porcelain veneer process: the initial consultation, the preparation, and the placement.

• The Consultation- To confirm that porcelain veneers will indeed benefit you, you will start with an evaluation appointment with Exceptional Dentistry. By sharing and discussing your goals and health objectives first will help us determine if porcelain veneers are appropriate. If agreed upon and confirmed, we will review the veneer options and color shades.
• Preparation Phase- At your preparation appointment, we begin by making room for the veneers to be placed over the teeth to be restored. To do this we will remove a thin layer of the surface enamel. This procedure is painless, but we can offer you anesthesia if you are feeling anxious or uncomfortable. Next, your Exceptional Dentistry team will take an impression of your teeth to use as a model to create the veneers. We will also select the appropriate shade of porcelain to either match adjoining teeth or your preferred color if we are correcting discoloration. Your veneers will now be custom created at the dental lab.
• Placement- The final appointment is the prize. Your veneers are now ready for placement, and you will leave with a restored, healthy smile. First, we confirm the veneers match the color and shape desired. We might need to slightly trim before the bonding begins if they need modification. Upon approval, we will prepare your teeth by performing a general cleaning, polishing, and etching. Etching is the process of roughing up the front surface by using an abrasive dental liquid so the veneers will adhere to the teeth. Finally, a bonding cement is applied before placing the veneers on the teeth. If the cement needs assistance in drying, a special light will be used to quicken the drying process. When the cement has cured, your new veneers are finished.