Veneers can change the shape, shade and evenness of your front teeth. Dr. Brittany Pierpont places them at Pier Dental in St. Pete Beach, about 19 miles from Mecca in a straight line. That is far enough that a good plan, with few trips, matters.
She is not in a hurry to remove enamel, because it does not grow back. Expect an honest talk about whether veneers, bonding or whitening gets you what you want with the least tooth removed.
What a veneer is
A veneer is a thin shell, made of porcelain or composite resin, that covers the front of a tooth. It hides stains that do not whiten, chips, gaps and teeth that look uneven.
Porcelain tends to resist stains well. Composite can be done more directly and costs less. We will explain which suits each tooth.
Learn more: Dental Veneers at Pier Dental
Try the lighter options first
If your teeth are only dull, whitening may be all you need. If one tooth has a small chip, bonding repairs it without removing much enamel.
Veneers come after those conversations, not before. A smaller step is easier to reverse if you change your mind.
Learn more: Teeth Whitening at Pier Dental
When a crown is the better choice
A tooth with a large filling or a crack may need the full coverage of a crown instead. A veneer only covers the front.
We look at how strong each tooth is before recommending anything. That keeps your smile looking good and working well.
Learn more: Dental Crowns at Pier Dental
About Mecca
Mecca is a community in Pinellas County. Petersburg as its largest city.
A veneer plan involves a consultation, preparation and a fitting visit, so we group steps to respect your travel. Our in-house savings plan gives members 10 percent off veneers, and CareCredit is available too.
Call Pier Dental at (727) 363-6169 to book a veneer consultation. Ask what the visits will involve, how many trips to expect, and what payment options we offer.
