Veneers are thin shells bonded over the front of a tooth to change its color, shape or size. Dr. Brittany Pierpont designs them at Pier Dental for North Redington Beach patients who want a smile that looks refreshed rather than obviously worked on.
They suit teeth that are stained for good, chipped, worn or a little uneven. Because the decision is a big one, our first visit is mostly a conversation about what bothers you.
How the veneer process works
We begin by discussing your goals, then prepare each tooth by removing a thin layer of enamel so the veneer sits flush. Impressions follow, and your veneers are made to match the color and contour of your neighbors.
At the last visit they are bonded in place and checked for fit and bite. Since enamel is altered, we explain each step before anything is done.
Learn more: Dental Veneers at Pier Dental
Would bonding do the job?
A single chip or a narrow gap often responds to composite bonding, which can be finished in one visit. It removes very little tooth and tends to cost less than veneers.
The tradeoff is that resin stains more readily than porcelain. Dr. Pierpont will point you to whichever option suits your teeth, even when that is the simpler one.
Learn more: Dental Bonding at Pier Dental
When whitening is all you need
Sometimes the real wish is a lighter shade, not a new shape. Our take-home options include custom trays, an LED kit and strong whitening strips.
If your teeth are healthy and well formed, brightening them may be enough. If shape or spacing bothers you too, veneers become worth discussing.
Learn more: Teeth Whitening at Pier Dental
About North Redington Beach
The town of North Redington Beach was platted in 1935 and incorporated in 1953. A smile makeover is a smaller project than a town, but it also rewards careful planning.
Pier Dental, a family-owned practice at 8351 Blind Pass Rd, plans veneers for patients from North Redington Beach, Redington Shores, Madeira Beach and Treasure Island. Veneers qualify for 10 percent off under our in-house savings plan.
Wondering if veneers fit your goals? Call (727) 363-6169 to set up a consultation with Dr. Pierpont. We can also talk through CareCredit and the in-house savings plan.
