A veneer covers the visible face of a tooth. It can hide discoloration that whitening missed, even out a chipped edge or close a small space. Dr. Brittany Pierpont offers both porcelain and composite veneers.
She also asks whether you need them. Veneers remove a little enamel for good, so simpler options come up first. We are in St. Pete Beach, about 20 miles from Cortez as the crow flies.
What each material offers
Porcelain has a smooth, glass-like surface that resists stains. Composite can be shaped right on the tooth and often costs less.
Your bite, habits and budget help decide. We will walk you through both.
Learn more: Dental Veneers at Pier Dental
Where inlays and onlays fit in
Sometimes the real problem is a worn back tooth, not a front-tooth look. An inlay or onlay repairs the chewing surface and saves more tooth than a crown.
We look at the whole mouth first so the plan solves the right problem.
Learn more: Inlays and Onlays at Pier Dental
Whitening first, when color is the issue
If your complaint is dullness, take-home whitening may be enough. It is gentle on enamel and a good starting point.
Whitening before veneers also gives us a fixed shade to match.
Learn more: Teeth Whitening at Pier Dental
About Cortez
Cortez started as Hunter’s Point and became Cortez with its 1888 post office. Names change, and smiles can too, but a good change respects what was there.
Savings-plan members receive 10 percent off veneers. The plan runs $499 per year, and CareCredit is available too.
Call Pier Dental at (727) 363-6169 and ask for a veneer consultation. Ask how many trips to expect, and we will do our best to keep the visits few.
