Dental Veneers
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Dr. Mahsa Esfandiari offers Dental Veneers in Los Gatos CA, near Campbell, San Jose, Saratoga, Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Mountain View, and Nearby South Bay Area Communities.
Dr. Esfandiari specializes in cosmetic dentistry, with a particular focus on using porcelain veneers to enhance the aesthetics of smiles. She has undergone extensive training in veneers and has a wealth of experience in this field. To ensure that her patients receive high-quality veneers, she works closely with a dental lab located in Los Gatos that utilizes the latest technology to craft the veneers to her precise specifications. Dr. Esfandiari is attentive to detail and strives to ensure that the veneers look natural in the patient’s smile and are comfortable to wear in the mouth.
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Crooked, misaligned, and chipped teeth are the worst enemies of one’s smile and self-confidence. If you are also feeling underconfident because of your stained or cracked teeth, dental veneers are an excellent option for you to get back your smile.
Dr. Esfandiari is highly experienced and has a caring team of dental professionals striving to provide the highest quality cosmetic services like Dental Veneers. When you visit one of the top Veneer providers in Los Gatos CA, you can learn more about our innovative system and technology. Our Los Gatos Veneers office is located near Campbell, San Jose, Saratoga, Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, Cupertino and Mountain View.
What Are Dental Veneers?
According to the American Dental Association, a veneer is a wafer-thin shell of porcelain or composite resins bonded to the front surface of crooked and aesthetically flawed teeth to restore their structure and aesthetics. Unlike direct tooth-colored fillings, dental veneers are indirect prostheses fabricated in the dental laboratory and then bonded directly to the prepared teeth.
dental veneers are used by Dr. Esfandiari to treat a variety of cosmetic concerns, such as uneven or misaligned teeth, gaps between teeth, discoloration or staining that cannot be corrected with teeth whitening, and worn or chipped teeth. She often uses Dental Veneers as an alternative to traditional crowns or orthodontic treatment, as they can provide a more natural-looking and conservative solution for improving the appearance of the teeth.
What are Different Types of Veneer Materials used in our Los Gatos Office?
Based on their materials, Dr Esfandiari uses two types of Dental Veneers: porcelain and composite veneers.
- Composite veneers – these veneers are made of tooth-colored composite resins. These veneers can be prepared in our Los Gatos office at the dental chairside or in our local dental laboratory.
- Porcelain veneers – these veneers are made of tooth-colored dental porcelain by the local lab picked by Dr. Esfandiari due to their high quality work. These veneers are considerably more durable and stain-resistant than composite veneers. However, porcelain veneers tend to be more expensive than composite-based veneers.
In terms of Veneer material brands, Dr. Esfandiari highly prefers IPS e.max veneers as they are very high quality, beautiful and require minimal prep. This together with some other material brands are explained below:
Pop On Veneers
These veneers are BPA-free, temporary veneers that can be worn or removed at will. Also known as snap-on veneers, then veneers are often used by individuals who need quick results and do not want to undergo tooth preparation for permanent veneers. This is not usually recommended by Dr. Esfandiari but she has few patients picking this option.
Lumineers Teeth
Lumineers are made by the company DenMat and are a brand of porcelain veneers. Lumineers are ultra-thin veneers that are so thin that they often don’t require removal of dental enamel – or tooth preparation – for their bonding. Also called “no-prep” veneers, lumineers are made of laminate instead of zirconia, porcelain, or composite resins. These were very popular couple of years ago but Dr. Esfandiari recommends e.max rather than Lumineers.
Emax Veneer
These are one of the most sought-after types of dental veneers and are highly recommended by Dr. Esfandiari. Emax veneers are made of special porcelain called lithium disilicate. The unique feature of lithium disilicate is its excellent translucency and opalescence, which gives them a natural-looking appearance and makes them virtually indistinguishable from natural teeth. As a result, Emax veneers are often the most suitable choice by Dr. Esfandiari when excellent esthetics are needed, especially in the front teeth.
Zirconium Veneers
Zirconium veneers are made of a ceramic called zirconia oxide that is white in color. These veneers come in different shades and are, therefore, suitable for veneering teeth with different colors and shades. Furthermore, zirconium veneers are strong and durable and don’t cause any allergic reaction in the oral cavity. Dr. Esfandiari may recommend this type of Veneers depending on patient needs as they are also one of the commonly used ceramic materials for veneering teeth.
How are Veneers Prepared by Dr. Esfandiari?
The procedure for fabricating different types of dental veneers is more or less the same in our Los Gatos office. The procedure is straightforward and Dr. Esfandiari usually completes them in 2-3 sittings.
- Examination and Treatment Planning – at the first appointment, Dr. Esfandiari will thoroughly examine your teeth and look at their x-ray images and study models. This is done to prepare a treatment plan that is fully customized to your dental needs.
- Tooth Preparation – in the next appointment, our Los Gatos dentist will remove a thin layer of the outer tooth enamel. This is done to create space for bonding the veneers, and this process is called tooth preparation. Next, she will make impressions of your teeth, and along with information regarding the desired shade and color of the veneers, send it to her local dental laboratory in Los Gatos.
- Veneer Fabrication – back in the laboratory, the lab technicians will make a wax-up of your teeth impressions and use it to fabricate the veneers in different steps. The laboratory process for veneer fabrication is slightly different for each type.
- Bonding the Veneers – at the final appointment, Dr. Esfandiari will try on your veneers without bonding. Then, if everything goes well, she will use adhesive to bond the veneers to the prepared teeth. Congratulations! You are now a proud owner of a dazzling white smile!
Veneers Teeth Pros And Cons?
Dental veneers offer various advantages over other cosmetic options like crowns and implants. When preparing a treatment plan, Dr. Esfandiari considers these to recommend a proper plan for her patients:
- Veneers effectively restore one’s smile and self-confidence
- Veneers are more tooth conservative than crowns
- Veneers cost less than dental implants and crowns
No need for extracting teeth as needed with dental implants - Dr. Esfandiari can rebond veneers in most cases if they get dislodged
- Minor structural defects in veneers can be easily repaired
Dental Veneers: Frequently Asked Questions
How Long Do Teeth Veneers Last for?
The service life of dental veneers depends on many factors, such as their type, oral hygiene maintenance, and the dentist’s skill and experience. However, with proper care, Dr. Esfandiari expect your veneers to last up to ten years.
Do Veneers Damage Your Teeth?
Dental veneers placed by an experienced and skilled dentist such as Dr. Esfandiari won’t harm your teeth. This is because only a thin layer of the enamel is removed for their bonding, which does not make the teeth weak or prone to dental cavities.
Are Veneers Covered By Insurance?
Veneers are considered a cosmetic treatment and usually are not covered by insurances. It is a good idea to consult with your insurance provider before getting veneers by Dr. Esfandiari.
Are Veneers Worth It?
Considering the improvement in one’s smile and facial aesthetics and their need for minimal tooth preparation and durability, dental veneers are an excellent restorative option in our Los Gatos dental office.
What are teeth Lumineers?
Lumineers are ultra-thin veneers made of laminates that require minimal or no tooth preparation for their attachment.
Do veneers require shaving teeth?
yes. Veneers require shaving off a thin layer of dental enamel for their bonding. However, don’t worry; Dr. Esfandiari makes sure so this will not make your teeth sensitive or weak.
Are veneers permanent?
Like all other dental restorations and prostheses, veneers are also not permanent. However, they can last up to ten years, even longer, if they are looked after properly and you follow up care instructions provided by Dr. Esfandiari.
Get Veneers in Los Gatos CA
As part of our commitment to bringing a comprehensive array of quality, in-house dental procedures, the Dr. Mahsa Esfandiari Dental Group is proud to offer Veneers to our patients in the South Bay Area including Los Gatos.
Please schedule an appointment online or call us at (408) 371-1070 to have a consultation with any of our Los Gatos Dental Group dentists, and we will be happy to help!
