Porcelain Veneers in Merrimack

Veneers may be used to rapidly hide chips and stains on your teeth, improve worn down or misaligned teeth, and fix teeth that are unevenly spaced or shaped. During your consultation, Dr. Boulard, our dentist in Merrimack, NH, will listen to your objectives and expectations so he can customize your treatment. He will also determine whether you’re a good candidate for veneers by assessing the total health of your mouth. You may not be considered for veneers if you have periodontal disease or if you have a dental history of routinely clenching your jaw and grinding down your teeth.

When you have developed your personalized treatment plan with Dr. Boulard, he will take dental impressions using our iTero digital scanner. Your impressions will be sent from our Merrimack, NH office to a dental lab where your custom Zimmer Biomet veneers will be made out of high-quality porcelain material. You will come back to our office for a second visit for the application.

As soon as your porcelain veneers are in our office and ready to be placed, Dr. Boulard will carefully remove a small amount of enamel from your teeth. This creates space for the porcelain veneers and enhances the bond on the tooth. You will have a more natural result that lasts a long time. Once your porcelain veneers are bonded, Dr. Boulard may make minor adjustments to the fit on your teeth to make the veneers more comfortable.

Since veneers do not require numbing injections or sedation, you should be able to get back to your daily tasks following your appointment. You may experience sensitivity to hot and cold food for a couple of days, but this should subside naturally. Veneers should be cleaned just like your own natural teeth with frequent brushing and flossing. While cosmetic veneers are more resistant to stains compared to your natural enamel, you should still avoid staining food and drinks to keep your veneers bright. To prevent chipping your veneers, you should not chew on hard objects, such as ice or your fingernails. You should continue to have regular dental examinations and cleanings at Something To Smile About in Merrimack, NH so that we can monitor the condition of your porcelain veneers, teeth, and overall oral health. Dr. Boulard will tell you if your veneers need to be repaired or replaced.

Do porcelain veneers ruin your teeth?
It’s a fairly common concern, but no, porcelain veneers don’t ruin your teeth. When applied by an experienced dental practitioner like Dr. Boulard, our dentist in Merrimack, NH, porcelain veneers are a safe, effective, and beautiful way to improve the visual aesthetic of your smile.

Are porcelain veneers permanent?
Technically, porcelain veneers aren’t considered a permanent dental procedure; however, many patients see their porcelain veneers last for decades with proper dental hygiene and regular checkups.

Is it hard to take care of porcelain veneers?
No, it’s not. You take care of your porcelain veneers the same way you take care of your teeth — with regular brushing, flossing, and dental checkups.

What dental problems can porcelain veneers fix?
Porcelain veneers are a great option for people who have teeth that are:

• Chipped
• Cracked
• Uneven
• Worn down
• Stained

Have the confidence of a beautiful smile with personalized porcelain veneers at Something To Smile About. With an array of treatment options to meet your goals, Dr. Boulard can easily enhance the look of your smile with veneers. To get more information about our Zimmer Biomet veneers, schedule an appointment with Dr. Boulard in Merrimack, NH.