Gorgeous, natural-looking veneers
Many patients are discovering the incredible benefits of porcelain dental veneers. Porcelain veneers can correct chipped, cracked, worn and discolored teeth or repair the damage from a physical trauma. The translucent nature of porcelain offers a very natural look. With cosmetic dentistry, the results can be simply astonishing! Boca Raton Cosmetic dentist Ronald E. Hawk, DDS offers all brands of porcelain veneers, including Lumineers, MAC, DaVinci, Emax, Cerec, Durathins, Empress and others.
It is in the medium of porcelain veneers where Dr. Hawk’s artistic expertise truly shines. With over 2,000 hours of training in cosmetic and restorative dentistry and more than 30 years of experience, Dr. Hawk can transform your smile into a true work of art. Bring in a picture of what you would like your teeth to look like and he will recreate it, or while taking into consideration your unique facial features and mouth structure and wishes he will create a new look you wish to achieve. Every set of porcelain veneers is custom designed for optimal results. Dr. Hawk’s ultimate goal is to give you a dynamic smile that will last for many years, without compromising function or comfort. The perfect set of veneers is never complete until you give your final approval.
A porcelain laminate is bonded directly to the tooth to restore lost tooth structure and improve its appearance. Veneers are typically made of porcelain and are as thin as a contact lens, yet very durable. Veneer procedures typically require two appointments.
Porcelain veneers can correct the look of poorly shaped, damaged, worn or slightly crooked teeth. They can be used to lighten teeth that are naturally yellow or have a grayish hue from root canal treatment, tetracycline stains, excessive fluoride, or a large resin filling. Often, gray discolorations do not respond to whitening treatments, making veneers the best option for those patients desiring a bright, white smile. Veneers may also be used to address uneven spacing between teeth, or to correct a diastema, which is a large, noticeable gap between the upper front teeth. View Before and After Veneer Cases in Our Gallery, click here.
Before and After Veneer Cases
A fresh new smile in just 2 visits
Visit #1
Preparation
Your first visit involves preparing your teeth for the veneers. We’ll make room on your teeth by removing some enamel (about the thickness of a fingernail). We’ll then take an impression of your smile, sending it to our local dental lab to custom fabricate your veneers.
Visit #2
Bonding
About 10-14 days later you’ll come back to our office for your second visit where we will permanently attach your porcelain veneers. We’ll give your smile a gentle cleaning and bond the veneer to your tooth with a special dental cement. Your veneers feel and look just like your natural teeth, but better!
Common problem veneers can fix
- Spaces and gaps between the teeth
- Broken or chipped teeth
- Uneven or crooked teeth
- Severely discolored teeth
There are numerous types of veneers, including Lumineers, MAC, DaVinci, Emax, Cerec, Durathins, Empress and others. Our lab makes all major brands of porcelain veneers. It is important to know that one particular brand may or may not be your best choice. There is no single brand of veneers that addresses all cosmetic concerns. Dr. Hawk is well versed in each brand’s unique characteristics and can recommend the brand that is best suited for your individual needs.
To prepare the teeth for veneers, Dr. Hawk removes a small amount of enamel from the front and sides of each tooth. This creates room for the veneers and prevents the restored teeth from feeling or looking bulky or unnatural. Next, Dr. Hawk will make an impression of the prepared teeth so that the shape of the preparations and surrounding teeth can be replicated in the dental laboratory. You and Dr. Hawk will agree on a shade (color). The impressions are then sent to the dental laboratory, which will custom make the veneers to fit your individual teeth. This normally takes a few days. If necessary, Dr. Hawk will apply temporary veneers.
On the following visit, Dr. Hawk places the veneers on the teeth to check the fit and shape. After any minor adjustments, the teeth are cleaned, and the veneers are bonded to the teeth with dental cement. Then it is time to see your beautiful new smile in the mirror!
Afterward there will be a photoshoot and you will be instructed how to take care of your beautiful new smile. Often Dr. Hawk will recommend a bite guard that will be worn to protect your new smile.
We love to
make you smile
At Hawk Dental Artistry, we’re proud to offer high-quality porcelain veneers. We’ve transformed hundreds of smiles with rave reviews from our patients. We just love making you smile!
During your initial consultation, we’ll help you understand exactly what to expect and answer all of your questions. Every visit to our office will be a relaxing and enjoyable experience- your comfort and satisfaction is our pleasure.
