Elevate Your Smile With Veneers

Porcelain veneers are a popular cosmetic dental procedure that can dramatically transform your smile. These thin, custom-made shells are bonded to the front surfaces of your teeth to improve their appearance. Whether you have chipped, cracked, discolored, or misaligned teeth, our veneers in McKinney can provide a solution that is both aesthetically pleasing and durable.

Considering Veneers?

They can be used to reshape teeth that are chipped, cracked, or uneven.
They can be matched to your desired shade of white for a brighter, more vibrant smile.
They can fill in gaps between teeth, making your smile more symmetrical.

Our Process

Planning

Getting your veneers with Kindred Smiles Dental starts with a consultation with Dr. Pauline or Dr. Howard. We’ll begin by evaluating your bite as a whole and considering your face shape to ensure your veneers will look naturally beautiful and balanced with your overall appearance. This means we will take into consideration your occlusion, how your teeth fit together, and what you like and don't like about your current smile.

We’ll also carefully examine your teeth and take impressions to help us create a custom treatment plan to meet your smile goals. To help you imagine your new smile, we will use what we call “interview photos” to give you a clearer idea of what your new smile will look like. This ensures that your veneers are not only aesthetically pleasing but also complement your unique features.

Preparation

Next, we’ll prepare your teeth by removing a thin layer of enamel from the surface. This step ensures that you’ll have a secure bond between your veneers and your natural teeth. We partner with trusted laboratories to help create the best veneers for your cosmetic procedure and ensure a beautiful and natural result. Once you’re ready, we’ll take impressions of your teeth to create your custom-made veneers.

With our smile design process, we’ll also let you try out your new smile with temporary veneers. We want you to feel confident in your decision, so we'll let you keep the temporaries for about a week to get a feel for your new smile and make sure you are 100% happy with the selection before bonding it permanently.

Placement

Once your veneers are ready, we’ll apply them to your teeth using a special bonding agent. The veneers will then be cured with a special light to harden the bonding agent and ensure a natural and durable result.

Keeping A New Bright Smile

Proper aftercare is a must to keep your veneers as good as new. We’ll give you specific instructions on how to care for your new smile – which dives into tips about avoiding certain foods, using a soft-bristled toothbrush, and the importance of scheduling regular dental check-ups with our team.

Addressing Misconceptions About Veneers

Your teeth need to be shaved down to nubs

We’ve seen this misconception plenty! Despite popular belief, it’s not true that your teeth will become “nubs” if you choose to get veneers. While it is true that some tooth reduction is necessary to accommodate veneers, our techniques involve minimal removal of enamel, often only a fraction of a millimeter, for a successful placement. We are also transparent throughout your procedure and, if we feel your teeth will be left compromised during veneers preparation, we’ll advise against this procedure.

Veneers make your smile look fake

While many of us have a preconceived idea of what veneers look like—bright and shiny teeth—advancements in dental technology mean that we can customize your veneers to match the color, shape, and translucency of your natural teeth more closely, resulting in a very natural-looking smile.

Veneers are fragile and will damage easily

As with any dental procedure, we want to give you a solution that lasts. We use porcelain veneers that are durable and can last for around 10 years with proper care. However, they are not indestructible. Similar to your natural teeth, they are still susceptible to chipping or cracking if you bite down on hard objects or grind your teeth.

Ready to Start Your Transformation?

If you are considering enhancing your smile with porcelain veneers in McKinney, we invite you to schedule a consultation with our experienced team. We’ll happily answer any questions you have and provide you with personalized information about the procedure.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I experience sensitivity afterward?

It's possible to feel a bit of sensitivity for a few days after your procedure, but this is usually temporary.

How long do porcelain veneers last?

With proper care, your new smile can last for up to 15 years.

Are there other options?

Veneers are a popular choice for a reason, but we do have other options, like dental bonding and composite fillings. Let's find out what's best for you!