Veneers – Edmonton, AB

Cost VS Cosmetic Dentistry: What’s Right for Me?

You have plenty of options to choose from when it comes to cosmetic dentistry. We’re proud to offer a variety of treatments that can help you achieve a beautiful smile at different price points, including:

• Invisalign – Invisalign clear aligners can dramatically improve your smile by realigning your teeth and jaws, but they are quite an investment of time and money. Plus, they only change the position of your teeth, not their shape or color.
• Teeth Whitening –Teeth whitening is another one of our most popular cosmetic services. This quick and cost-effective service can tremendously improve the color of your pearly whites, but it cannot address their size or shape.
• Cosmetic Dental Bonding – This versatile and inexpensive option can quickly improve the overall appearance of one or more teeth. However, it can only be used for minor changes, such as a small chip or crack, and will need to be redone every few years.
• Veneers – Dental veneers may not be the least expensive option, but they are easily the best way to transform every aspect of your smile, including the size, color, shape, and position of your teeth. What’s more, getting veneers typically only takes about two appointments!

How to Make Veneers Affordable

Veneers are a cosmetic treatment, which means they are not typically covered by dental insurance. Thankfully, this doesn’t mean that your dream smile is out of reach! At Sherbrooke Family Dental, we’re proud to help make veneers affordable in Edmonton with flexible financing options through CareCredit. This third-party financing company offers low to no-interest payment plans that break up the cost of your treatment into smaller chunks that fit into your monthly budget. Qualifying patients can get veneers right away and then pay for them over time thanks to CareCredit! To learn more or apply, feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable team.

Are Veneers Permanent?

Veneers aren’t technically permanent because they eventually need to be replaced. However, they are considered to be an irreversible cosmetic procedure. This is because a small amount of enamel needs to be removed in order to place the veneers properly. Since enamel does not grow back, teeth that are prepared this way will always need to be covered with either crowns of veneers.

Will I Still Be Able to Drink Coffee with Veneers?

Veneers that are made from porcelain are stain resistant. Since porcelain is a nonporous material, the particles in dark-colored foods and beverages have a harder time seeping beneath the surface. Because of this, you can drink your morning coffee without worrying too much about staining your veneers. Just keep in mind that while veneers are stain resistant, they are not stain-proof. Excess consumption of darkly pigmented beverages can still have a negative impact over time. Ultimately, moderation is key to keep your veneers looking their best.

Do Veneers Give You a Lisp?

Some people have trouble pronouncing certain words when they first get veneers. This can result in a temporary lisp. This is partially due to muscle memory. Your tongue isn’t used to accounting for the presents of veneers in your mouth when you speak. The good news is that the tongue will eventually adjust on its own. Practicing the pronunciation of difficult sounds can speed the process along. Once you are accustomed to the veneers, you will be speaking again just like normal.

Is It Painful to Get Veneers?

Your mouth will typically be numbed for veneer placement, so you shouldn’t feel any pain during the procedure itself. However, you may experience some sensitivity and pain when temporary veneers are first attached. Post-treatment discomfort is more likely if you are having multiple veneers placed. Some people may end up with “bonding sensitivity” when biting into something particularly hot or cold. Luckily, any pain can be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers and saltwater rinses.