Our Cosmetic Dentists Apply Composite Veneers for Dane County Patients
Over time, your teeth endure a great deal of pressure. Even drinking coffee or clenching your teeth due to daily stressors can cause teeth to become discolored or chipped. Refresh your smile with bonded or composite veneers from Total Care Dental.
What are Bonded Veneers?
Bonded veneers are small pieces of resin secured over your natural teeth to correct inconsistencies in your smile. Bonded veneers closely resemble your natural teeth. Each set of bonded veneers is made to fit a specific set of teeth, so they are virtually unnoticeable. Bonded veneers are usually a “while you wait” process.
Bonding, also known as bonding restoration, is a painless way to make minor repairs to teeth. Composite resin is put on the teeth, then shaped and hardened with light. The composite resin can be matched to your teeth, shaped to look like the missing part of a chipped tooth, used to build up teeth and fill in gaps.
Resin can be used on a broken tooth to restore it to size, or painted over a stained tooth to match the color of your surrounding teeth.
Total Care Dental's cosmetic dentists revitalize your smile with natural-looking veneers.
Schedule a Consultation
Custom Composite Veneers Create the Perfect Smile
Damaged or imperfect teeth may make you feel like you can't show the world your smile. Our Madison dentists want you to love your smile!
Bonded veneers can improve aesthetic tooth problems, like:
- Chips
- Gaps
- Staining or discoloration
- Crookedness
- Misshapen Teeth
How much do bonded veneers cost in Madison, Wisconsin?
The cost of bonded veneers in Madison, Wisconsin ranges from $250 to $1,200 per tooth. Composite veneers are typically half the price of porcelain veneers. Bonded veneers offer a cost-effective solution for fixing discoloration, chips and cracks.
What is the composite veneer procedure?
The dental veneer process is fairly simple, painless and can be done in one dental visit in under an hour. It’s perfect for patients who want an instantly better smile without invasive oral surgery. A dentist will:
- Measure your teeth where the composite will be added.
- Make note of chips, gaps and other imperfections to determine the best way to correct them.
- Apply a bonding agent and composite resin (white filling) material over the area.
- Build up the area and fill in the affected space with multiple layers.
- Shape and sculpt the composite to match the surrounding teeth.
- Use a high-intensity light or laser to harden and reinforce the composite material to the tooth.
- Polish the bonded veneers for a natural appearance.
Acid etching may be used to create a better bonding surface for your veneers.
Bonded veneers are as easy to care for as natural teeth. They require brushing twice a day, daily flossing, routine dental examinations and cleanings twice a year.
Composite veneers may be the perfect solution for a brighter, whiter smile. Schedule a cosmetic dentistry consultation with Total Care Dental to learn more about the bonded veneer process.
Schedule a Consultation
Veneers: An Alternative to Teeth Whitening
Correcting tooth discoloration is a common reason for getting veneers. Composite veneers whiten teeth by covering up the discolored teeth beneath. Our in-office whitening treatment corrects the color of natural teeth, but stained teeth do not respond as well to whitening kits as yellowed teeth. Certain tetracycline antibiotics, medications and smoking can cause teeth to stain gray or brown. If your teeth are stained, veneers can give you a bright white smile again.
Composite vs. Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers last longer than bonded veneers. They are stain-resistant and chip-resistant, and porcelain veneers can provide a more natural look. However, bonded veneers offer several advantages over porcelain. Bonded veneers:
- Cost significantly less
- Let you conserve tooth structure
- Can be completed in one visit
- Are easily removable, repairable and replaceable
Because porcelain veneers are created in a dental lab, there is a waiting period of a week or two before they can be applied. By opting for composite instead, you will have almost instant results.
Composite veneers require a different type of procedure, which can be accomplished in one session.
Schedule a Consultation
Common Questions About Bonded Veneers
How much do bonded veneers cost?
Bonded (composite) veneers range in cost from $250 to $1,200 per tooth depending on what teeth need work and how long the treatment will take.
Who should get bonded veneers?
Bonded veneers are meant for people who aren't happy with their smile but want a quick and easy fix. If you have chips, gaps between your teeth, staining or discoloration, slight crookedness, or misshapen teeth, schedule a consultation with our cosmetic dentists to bring out that beautiful smile.
Can bonded veneers be removed?
Bonded veneers can easily be removed and repaired or replaced by adding new composite material..
Are composite veneers the same as bonding?
The material used to make composite veneers is the same material used in dental bonding. The only difference between these dental procedures is how the composite resin is applied to the tooth. Bonding covers a part of your tooth while veneers cover the entire surface.
How long do bonded veneers last?
Bonded veneers generally last 5 to 10 years. Bonded veneers are easier to replace and cost about half as much as porcelain veneers.
What is the difference between bonded veneers and porcelain veneers?
There are a few differences between bonded and porcelain veneers. Bonded veneers are made of composite resin while porcelain veneers are made of dental porcelain. With bonded veneers, resin is sculpted and bonded directly onto your tooth, whereas porcelain veneers are sculpted before bonding. Because of this, bonded veneers are ideal for minor misalignments, chipping or discoloration. Porcelain veneers last longer and are used for severe damage or staining.
Schedule a Consultation
Learn more about the different types of veneers available at Total Care Dental.