Porcelain Veneers FAQs - Willoughby Dental in Greenville

Porcelain veneers are a great way to conceal minor chips, cracks, stains and gaps in your smile. Custom-made to match your existing teeth, porcelain veneers blend seamlessly into your smile. If you have been considering beautifying your smile with porcelain veneers, you likely have many questions. In this blog post, Greenville cosmetic dentist Dr. Matthew Warner of Willoughby Dental answers frequently asked questions about porcelain veneers.

What are porcelain veneers made of?

As the name suggests, veneers are made of high-quality porcelain, which mimics the translucent quality of natural tooth enamel. Porcelain veneers are thin shells that when slipped over teeth, are virtually indistinguishable from surrounding teeth.

How are porcelain veneers created?

Porcelain veneers are created in a dental laboratory using impressions of your teeth. This ensures a proper fit and natural appearance.

How many dental appointments will I need for my porcelain veneers?

Placing porcelain veneers typically requires two appointments. In the first, Dr. Warner will examine and clean the teeth that need veneers. He may also remove a small amount of tooth enamel so the veneers can fit properly. Dr. Warner will then take impressions of your teeth and send them to a laboratory where your veneers will be fabricated. It takes approximately two weeks to create the veneers. In the meantime, he may place temporary veneers to protect your teeth. Once your permanent veneers are ready, you will return to our office for placement.

Is the veneers placement process painful?

Thanks to the use of a topical anesthetic, patients feel very little discomfort during treatment. Tooth sensitivity after the first appointment is normal due to the removal of a thin layer of enamel. This discomfort should dissipate within a few days.

Can my dental insurance pay for porcelain veneers?

Porcelain veneers are considered to be solely a cosmetic procedure and therefore are not covered by dental insurance. However, Dr. Warner offers several affordable financing options, including CareCredit to help patients pay for their dream smile.

To learn more about porcelain veneers or the other cosmetic dental procedures Dr. Warner offers, please contact Willoughby Dental by calling (864) 546-4242 today.

Dental Services

    
 
 
       Posted on Google  
   
   Karen Newcomb 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am a newer patient to Willoughby Dental. I called on a Thursday morning and asked if they could see me later that afternoon as I was in pain. The receptionist was extremely kind and friendly, as she always is, and was able to find a spot to fit me into the schedule at the end of the day. I was extremely grateful since it was a last minute phone call and I was in pain.

Dr. Willoughby was friendly, as always, and assessed my issue. He and his assistant were able to fix my tooth Ina short amount of time. After the novacaine wore off, I was no longer in pain.

I am very grateful that Willoughby Dental is a flexible practice and was able to get me in because I was in pain. I have had dentists in the past that, even though I was in pain, they were not at all flexible and would  not fit me into the schedule to fix my issue.

I highly recommend Willoughby Dental. Dr. Willoughby is professional, knowledgeable and friendly. He cares about his patients
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Blake 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr. Warner is by far the best dentist I’ve ever been to, both in professionalism and skill. I’ve unfortunately dealt with some unique dental issues, yet you’d never know it thanks to the comfort and care he and his team provide at every visit. They make you feel genuinely appreciated as a patient. I couldn’t imagine going anywhere else!
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   William Yaeger 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had 6 month cleaning which was well done and refreshing as usual. Dr Warner’s patients always receive the best care which is why I have been a patient for many years and highly recommend him.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Patrick Hunter 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service, pleasant staff and thorough care. Dr. Matt and his team are great. Been going here for years.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Edna Hollingsworth 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It was a pleasant experience. Your friendliness and professionalism made me comfortable to be there.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Jennifer Russo 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very detailed and thorough dentist and staff.
Total perfection with my tooth replacement.
Highly recommend this dental practice.