Dental Bonding
in Hales Corners

The process of getting veneers at DK Dental Care usually takes two appointments after you’ve been approved for treatment. At your first appointment, Dr. Keeling will clean and numb your mouth, and remove a small amount of enamel from each tooth that is being treated. Enamel is removed to make sure that your veneers fit perfectly. 
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After this, dental impressions are taken and sent to a lab where your veneers will be created. In the meantime, you’ll be sent home with a set of temporary veneers. When your permanent veneers arrive at DK Dental Care, Dr. Keeling will check each one to make sure that it fits perfectly, then bond them into place using dental cement. Finally, your new smile will be buffed and polished, and you’ll leave our office with an enhanced, beautiful smile!

In most cases, patients who have healthy mouths but are suffering from cosmetic issues are great candidates for veneers. There are only a few exceptions. If your teeth are crooked, for example, you may need braces or Invisalign before you can have veneers. Similarly, if you have a decayed tooth or gum disease, you will need to seek the appropriate treatment to restore your oral health before you can have veneers.

With proper care, veneers can easily last 15+ years. First and foremost, it’s important to brush twice per day for 2 minutes and floss once per day. Avoid biting extremely hard foods (ice, nuts, etc.) with your veneers, as this can damage them. Try not to chew non-food objects such as pens and fingernails, and don’t use your teeth as tools to open bags or packages. If you grind your teeth, get a night guard to protect your veneers from damage.