Cosmetic dentistry · Tacoma
Porcelain veneers in Tacoma
A veneer is a thin shell of porcelain bonded to the front of a tooth. It changes the colour, shape or length of teeth that whitening and bonding can't fix. You see a preview of the new shape on your own teeth before anything is made.
Is this for you?
- Chips, wear or uneven edges
- Stains that whitening won't move
- Small gaps or teeth that look too short
- An old set of veneers or crowns you'd like replaced
How long it takes
Commonly a few weeks from preview to fitting, with two or three visits. Your plan gives your dates.
What changes the fee
- How many teeth
- Porcelain type
- Whether teeth need whitening or gum shaping first
- Whether old work needs removing
Your written plan lists the full fee for every stage before anything starts. Cost and financing
What happens, step by step
- 1
Consultation and photos
We talk about what you'd like to change, take photos and scans, and agree how many teeth are involved.
- 2
Preview
A temporary mock-up goes over your own teeth so you can see and feel the shape before committing.
- 3
Preparation
A thin layer is shaped from each tooth and temporary veneers are fitted.
- 4
Fitting
Your porcelain veneers are checked for shade and fit, then bonded in place.
Questions about porcelain veneers
Results and recovery vary from person to person. Your consultation covers what applies to you.
Will they look fake?
You choose the shade and shape, and you see a preview on your own teeth first. If something doesn't look like you, we change it before anything is made.
Is it reversible?
No. A thin layer of tooth is removed, so veneers are a long-term decision. That is why the preview and the written plan come first.
How long do veneers last?
They can last many years with care, but not forever, and it varies from person to person. We explain upkeep and replacement at the consultation.
Talk it through first.
A consultation, a 3D scan if it's needed, and a written plan with the full fee. No pressure to decide that day.