Veneers

Veneers

Are you hiding your smile due to stained, crooked, or chipped teeth?

Dental veneers are an effective solution to making your smile look natural and beautiful.

Our dentists, Drs. Matthew D. Holley and Graham Mullins, can place your veneers in their Prattville, AL, office to create a glowing smile.

What Are Veneers?

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Dental veneers are thin shells made of porcelain that are colored to look like natural, white teeth. Our dentists will affix the porcelain shells to your prepped natural teeth to effectively cover a variety of dental imperfections.

The Dental Problems Veneers Can Fix

Each smile is unique and beautiful, but if you find yourself hiding yours due to minor dental imperfections, veneers may be a good option. Dental veneers can address several cosmetic dentistry concerns, such as:

Chips and Cracks

Discoloration

Misalignment

Misshapen Teeth

Overcrowding

Gapped Teeth

Am I a Good Candidate For Dental Veneers?

Most people who are unhappy with the aesthetic of their smile and have minor cosmetic dental issues are good candidates for porcelain veneers. Ideal candidates are in good oral health with no severe dental issues like tooth decay or gum disease. The best way to determine your candidacy is to call our Prattville, AL, office and schedule a consultation. Either Dr. Holley or Dr. Mullins will evaluate your oral health and determine if other treatments need to be performed before placing your veneers.

Patients wishing to receive veneers should:

Have Sufficient Enamel

When a dental veneer is placed, a portion of the enamel from your natural tooth must be removed so the veneer lies flush with nearby teeth. There should be enough remaining enamel for the veneer to stay secure. People with worn or thin enamel may not be a good candidate for this cosmetic dentistry procedure.

Not Grind Their Teeth

While the porcelain used in veneers is strong, it is not unbreakable. People who struggle with clenching or grinding their teeth can damage these porcelain restorations. However, an oral appliance such as a custom-fitted retainer can help protect your veneers from the possible damaging effects of grinding.

Have Minor Dental Issues

Veneers can address cosmetic concerns like chips, stains, and minor misalignment, but they cannot fix health or orthodontic issues like tooth decay or severely crooked teeth. Other treatments like tooth extraction, root canals, or braces may need to be performed before placing your porcelain veneers.

Practice Good Oral Hygiene

Brushing twice daily, flossing once daily, and coming into our Prattville, AL, office twice a year for routine checkups is the best way to maintain the health of your porcelain veneers. People wishing to receive veneers should already be routinely practicing these good habits to get the best life out of their restorations.

Be Committed

Veneers are a permanent cosmetic dental procedure. Since your tooth enamel must be altered before porcelain veneers can be placed, your treated teeth will always need some form of restoration. You must be committed to these permanent changes or consider an alternative treatment.

Stop Hiding Your Smile Call Our Prattville, AL, Office Today

Your smile is one of the first things others notice about you. It's shown in every greeting, every joyous moment, and even in casual conversation. If you are not proud of your smile, it can affect your confidence and the way you present yourself to the world. Porcelain veneers are an easy, minimally-invasive way to get the smile of your dreams. 

For over 20 years, our dentists have been helping patients from all around Alabama achieve their dream smiles. Contact or call our Prattville, AL, office to request your consultation and get the smile you've always wanted.

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Stop Hiding Your Smile

Your smile is one of the first things others notice about you. It's shown in every greeting, every joyous moment, and even in casual conversation. If you are not proud of your smile, it can affect your confidence and the way you present yourself to the world. Porcelain veneers are an easy, minimally-invasive way to get the smile of your dreams. 

For over 20 years, our dentists have been helping patients from all around Alabama achieve their dream smiles. Contact our Prattville, AL, office to request your consultation and get the smile you've always wanted.
 

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2021

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This is by far the best dental office I have ever been to. Everyone is so friendly and nice and have been so considerate of my hearing problem. I have seen both dentists at different times and have found them to be the best ever in my estimation.

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Daphne Harris

2021

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I had a very good experience here. I came in as an emergency patient in so much pain and they treated me like a previous patient. From the 1st initial phone call, to the front desk greeting, to Chelsea and Dr. Mullins, everyone was great, and the staff was very nurturing and caring. My husband was so impressed he said we are changing to this place. So Holley Dental I hope you have room for two more.

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What to Expect When Receiving Dental Veneers

The first step is to call our Prattville, AL, office to schedule your porcelain veneer consultation. There, either Dr. Holley or Dr. Mullins will review your candidacy to determine if dental veneers are the right option for you. If you are deemed a good candidate, your veneers can be placed in just two office visits.

"There is virtually no downtime for dental veneers. You can leave our office ready to show off your new smile!"
"There is virtually no downtime for dental veneers. You can leave our office ready to show off your new smile!"

Preparation

Each tooth receiving a veneer will be prepared by removing a thin layer of your natural tooth's enamel. By removing the enamel, your dentist creates space for the prosthetic to be placed.

Impression

Once the enamel is removed, the dentist will take an impression of your teeth to fabricate your veneers. Your veneers will be custom-made to fit your smile perfectly.

Fabrication

You and your dentist will go over color and shape to determine which veneer design you like best. Once decided, your impressions will be sent to a laboratory to be fabricated. During this time, you will receive temporary veneers to protect your teeth.

Placement

Once your veneers have been created, you will come back to our Prattville office for placement. You will see the porcelain veneers before they are placed to ensure they are the color and shape you agreed upon. Each tooth will be cleaned and prepped for the bonding agent. Your dentist will place the bonding agent, then meticulously secure each veneer to your natural tooth.

Enjoyment

There is no downtime or post-procedural task list. Once your veneers are placed, you can enjoy your new, confident smile.

How to Care For Your Porcelain Veneers

Dental veneers are made of an extremely durable, stain-resistant porcelain that can be cared for just like your natural teeth. However, there are some steps you can take to increase the longevity of your veneers.
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Avoid Biting Hard Surfaces

While durable, porcelain veneers are not indestructible. You should avoid chewing on ice, chewing on pens or pencils, biting your nails, and opening packaging with your teeth. These actions could potentially break or chip your veneers.

Grinding teeth pain

Avoid Grinding Your Teeth

Grinding your teeth can also crack, chip, or wear down your new dental veneers. If you suffer from bruxism, talk to your dentist about being fitted for an oral appliance to wear at night to help protect your porcelain veneers.

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Maintain Oral Hygiene

Brushing twice daily, flossing once a day, and visiting our Prattville, AL, office twice a year for routine cleanings is the best way to maintain the health of your teeth, gums, and veneers.

Other Cosmetic Treatments For a Less-Permanent Solution

Dental Bonding

Resin bonding can be used to address several of the same cosmetic issues as veneers at a lower price point. However, the composite resin used in dental bonding is not as durable or as natural-looking as veneers.

Teeth Whitening

Professional teeth whitening is a great, inexpensive way to get rid of those stubborn stains. However, whitening can only reach the surface level of the teeth. Whitening may not be enough for deeper stains, making veneers a better option.

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Angela Carlson

2021

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Had my first visit today at Holley Dental Group. The dental hygienist I saw, Jessi, was fabulous! She was very personable and gentle on the gums while cleaning my teeth. Dr. Holley took the time to talk a bit as well before checking my teeth. Such a pleasant experience to visit a dental practice where the staff get to know you a bit first instead of just rushing you in and out.

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Liz

2021

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I was blown away as a first time patient with the care I received. My hygienist was very informative and knowledgeable about my procedure. Dr Holley greeted me with a big smile, was very thorough with his explanation, and explained to me all options available for a treatment plan. The office was super clean, super efficient, and very courteous!!!

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