Porcelain Veneers in Beverly Hills

Porcelain veneers are the most versatile and natural-looking way to correct minor imperfections in your smile and enhance its appearance. They are thin shells of ceramic or ceramic-zirconia that bond directly to the front surfaces and incisal edges of the teeth.

Placing custom veneers requires a high degree of technical skill as well as attention to cosmetic detail. Dr. Jamison places veneers routinely and designs each case individually to match and enhance the aesthetic and functional characteristics of each patient’s smile.

Benefits of Veneers

Versatility: Veneers can correct a wide range of imperfections, including chips, cracks, gaps, discoloration, misaligned or misshapen teeth, and worn-down teeth.
Minimally Invasive: Veneers offer a more conservative alternative to bridges or crowns, which require removing a greater amount of the tooth’s structure.
Color Options: Veneers are available in a wide range of shades, allowing you to either match your natural teeth or enhance your smile by choosing a whiter, brighter shade.
Stain Resistance: Veneers are highly resistant to staining and discoloration, ensuring results that last for years. You can enjoy coffee, tea, red sauces, and wine without worrying about staining your veneers.
Easy Care: Veneers require no complicated care routines. Simply continue to brush and floss regularly, and be sure to schedule regular dental checkups. Avoid using your veneers as tools to open packages, as this can damage them and shorten their life, just like your natural teeth.
Longevity: Veneers are placed with the intention to last decades with proper care and good oral hygiene. If a veneer is damaged, it can usually be replaced or rebonded without disturbing the adjacent teeth.
Natural Beauty: No other material has the lifelike translucency of porcelain veneers, giving you a naturally beautiful smile.

Our Veneer Procedure

The veneers process requires multiple visits to our office. During your first visit, you and Dr. Jamison will determine whether veneers are the best option to achieve your aesthetic goals. He will review your dental and medical history, take any necessary digital images and X-rays, and schedule your next visit. At that time he will work with his lab to generate a smile design of the veneers individual to your restorative and aesthetic requirements.

At your second appointment, we will go over the smile design for your approval and discuss any / all concerns you may have.

At your third appointment, we prepare your teeth for the veneers by removing a thin layer of enamel from the front surfaces. We numb the area with a local anesthetic, so the process is painless. Dr. Jamison then makes an impression of your teeth, which the lab will use to design and fabricate your porcelain veneers as per the approved smile design. The fabricating process takes a few weeks to carefully build up the layers of porcelain and create the translucent appearance of natural tooth enamel.

At your final appointment, Dr. Jamison carefully places the veneers over your teeth to ensure they fit properly and will make any necessary modifications. When all fit, function, and aesthetic criteria are met, we will clean and etch your teeth to prepare them for bonding. Using dental cement, we will attach the veneers to your teeth and use a special light to promote proper bonding. When you leave the office, your veneers will be in place and you will have a gorgeous smile that lasts for years and years and years to come.

Am I a Good Candidate for Veneers?

If your teeth and gums are in good condition with enough enamel to support the veneers and no evidence of gum disease, you are probably a good candidate for porcelain veneers, provided any misalignment is slight. Severe misalignment or severely crooked or crowded teeth may require additional orthodontic treatment or possible extractions.

Veneer Care and Maintenance

Properly caring for your veneers will not only prolong their life but also maintain the beauty of your smile. Keep these tips in mind for maintaining your porcelain veneers:

Brush your teeth twice daily with a non-abrasive toothbrush and toothpaste, and floss daily.
See Dr. Jamison twice a year for checkups and professional cleanings.
Do not chew on hard objects such as ice or pens, or bite your nails.
Avoid using your teeth as tools.
Avoid hard foods that could crack your veneers.
Always wear a mouthguard when participating in contact sports.
Wear a nightguard if you grind your teeth at night.
If you smoke, try to quit or reduce your smoking.
If a veneer is cracked or damaged, contact our office immediately.

Common Questions About Veneers

Do veneers damage natural teeth?

A thin layer of tooth structure is removed from the front and incisal edge of the tooth to ensure proper placement without adding bulk. The structural integrity and function of the tooth remains intact and veneers remain one of the least invasive indirect procedures in restorative dentistry

How long do veneers last?

Dr. Jamison utilizes the highest-quality porcelain veneers produced by the best lab in Beverly Hills. Our absolute goal is for you to enjoy your beautiful, healthy smile for a lifetime so we go into each, individual case with this in mind. Most of our patients have been enjoying their veneers for decades without issue and still look fantastic. We attribute this longevity to the care taken when preparing and delivering the veneers combined with proper home care and regular checkups.

Are veneers reversible?

No. Because tooth structure has been removed, the tooth is no longer in its naturally developed state. Teeth prepared for veneers will always require some form of restoration which is why an initial consultation is needed to discuss veneers as a restoration option.

How much are veneers?

The cost of veneers depends on various factors, including the number of veneers required, the extent of correction needed, and other considerations. Because Dr. Jamison designs each patient’s veneers individually and has them custom-fabricated, the only way to determine the specific fee structure is by calling our office at 310-27-8811 to schedule a consultation.