{"id":289,"date":"2022-09-04T19:05:00","date_gmt":"2022-09-04T19:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mydentalbellingham.com\/blog\/?p=289"},"modified":"2026-07-02T16:04:22","modified_gmt":"2026-07-02T23:04:22","slug":"porcelain-veneers-the-step-by-step-process","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mydentalbellingham.com\/blog\/porcelain-veneers-the-step-by-step-process\/","title":{"rendered":"Porcelain Veneers: The Step-By-Step Process"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the demand for cosmetic dental work in the US has doubled within the last five years. This means that more people than ever before are opting to enhance their smiles with cosmetic dentistry. And of all the various treatments that are able to transform your pearly whites, very few can produce the gorgeous results that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mydentalbellingham.com\/porcelain-veneers.html\">porcelain veneers<\/a> can. If you\u2019re interested in receiving veneers to boost the beauty of your smile, here\u2019s a closer look at the step-by-step process of getting them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1. The Initial Consultation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As with any other type of dental work, a consultation with your dentist is the first step towards getting veneers. This is where you will discuss your smile goals and let your dentist know what you desire for your teeth. Of course, they\u2019ll have to double-check that you\u2019re a good candidate for veneers; the affected teeth must have enough enamel to support the veneers, for instance. It\u2019s also worth noting that some issues are beyond the capabilities of veneers\u2014while chipped, fractured, stained, or misaligned teeth can easily be corrected by them, serious issues might require a more restorative treatment option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2. The Trial Run<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are many ways that your dentist can provide you with a preview of how your teeth will look with porcelain veneers before you fully commit to them. They might create a life-sized model of your teeth and shape wax veneers onto them to see how it looks. They can also fit your teeth with trial veneers that are made from an acrylic plastic or tooth-colored filling material.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3. Preparing Your Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your dentist has cleared you for veneers and you\u2019re happy about how the trial run went, the next step is having your teeth prepped. Your dentist will need to polish or shave off a very tiny portion of enamel from the front surfaces of the teeth that are receiving veneers (usually about 5mm or less); this process is irreversible, but it ensures that once bonded, the veneers stay in place!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#4. Fabricating the Veneers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After your teeth have been prepared for the veneers, your dentist will send impressions of them to the laboratory where your veneers will be created. Dental technicians will use the impressions to create an exact replica of your teeth, which is then used to create veneers that custom-fit your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#5. Bonding &amp; Wrapping Up<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once your veneers have been crafted and sent back to your dentist, the final step is bonding them to your teeth. The insides of your veneers are \u201cetched\u201d with a mild acidic solution that opens up pores in the surface and facilitates a stronger bond. Your dentist also utilizes a special bonding cement to fully fuse the veneers to the teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Knowing the details of the porcelain veneer process can make you feel much better about opting for the treatment and enhancing your pearly whites. If you\u2019re ready to upgrade your teeth with veneers, don\u2019t hesitate to speak with your dentist about your smile goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Patients at Young Dental Advanced Dental Arts benefit from two dentists and an anesthesiologist who are passionate about improving people\u2019s lives by enhancing their oral health. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mydentalbellingham.com\/meet-dr-young.html\">Dr. Young<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mydentalbellingham.com\/meet-dr-montileaux.html\">Dr. Montileaux<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mydentalbellingham.com\/meet-dr-pfeiffer.html\">Dr. Pfeiffer<\/a> collaborate to offer a comprehensive menu of services, including cosmetic procedures, to meet your family\u2019s unique needs under one roof. They take the time to get to know your unique concerns and goals, then provide customized services to address them. You can request an appointment on the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mydentalbellingham.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>&nbsp;or call <a href=\"tel:+13606760642\">(360) 676-0642<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"According to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the demand for cosmetic dental work in the US has doubled within the last five years. This means that more people than ever before are opting to enhance their smiles with cosmetic dentistry. And of all the various treatments that are able to transform your pearly whites, very few can produce the gorgeous results that porcelain veneers can. If you\u2019re interested in receiving veneers to boost the beauty of your smile, here\u2019s a closer look at the step-by-step process of getting them. <a class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mydentalbellingham.com\/blog\/porcelain-veneers-the-step-by-step-process\/\">(Read More)<\/a>","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":290,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-289","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>The Porcelain Veneers Process | Young Dental Advanced Dental Arts<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Your dentist in Bellingham can break down the process of getting porcelain veneers into five simple steps. 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