Veneers are slim shells bonded to the front of teeth to change their shade, shape or length. Dr. Pierpont takes time to match them to your face and your other teeth.
For Bay Pines patients, the first step is simply a conversation. We look at your teeth, hear what bothers you and tell you whether veneers are the right tool.
Who tends to be a good candidate
Veneers suit people with stained or worn front teeth, small chips or slightly uneven spacing. Healthy gums and enough enamel are important for lasting results.
If a tooth is badly decayed, we repair it first. In some cases a crown is wiser than a veneer.
Learn more: Dental Veneers at Pier Dental
Preparation and placement
Each tooth is lightly reshaped to make room, which means a small amount of enamel is removed. Impressions guide the lab, and we bond the finished veneers once the fit and shade look right.
You will see the shade in advance. If a tooth is too damaged for a veneer, a crown may be the better answer.
Learn more: Dental Crowns at Pier Dental
Alternatives worth knowing about
Not every smile needs veneers. Bonding can mend a single chipped tooth, and home whitening may brighten the rest at a lower cost.
We lay out each route so your decision rests on facts, not on a sales pitch.
Learn more: Dental Bonding at Pier Dental
About Bay Pines
The Bay Pines area is a census-designated place of about 1.4 square miles of land. Many patients who value careful, unrushed work look to a smaller office.
Pier Dental is about 5.4 miles from Bay Pines in a straight line. We provide free second opinions on veneer proposals, and we can discuss the in-house savings plan, which takes 10 percent off veneers and other in-office services.
Interested in veneers? Call (727) 363-6169 to set up a consultation. We will cover timing, care and cost, and CareCredit is available for spreading payments.
