Porcelain Veneers in Encinitas, CA
Many patients approach us because they don’t like the appearance of their teeth. Sometimes, if your teeth have noticeable imperfections, you might feel self-conscious about how you look and it could keep you from smiling. Since your smile is one of the first things that people notice about you, hiding it could give people the wrong impression, making you seem less friendly or outgoing than you really are.
Fortunately, at Dr. Ryan Kay’s dental office in Encinitas, we offer a wide range of cosmetic services to improve the appearance of your smile. One of the most effective cosmetic procedures is porcelain veneers. Veneers are a versatile treatment that can improve problems with your teeth by creating a completely natural look or even give you that celebrity smile you have always wanted.
What Are Porcelain Veneers?
Porcelain veneers are unique dental restorations that cover just the front of your teeth. They are thin and realistic-looking and can improve a wide variety of aesthetic conditions. How many veneers you will need depends on certain factors like the size and shape of your smile. Our goal is to create a beautiful, seamless appearance to your smile.
We create your porcelain veneers to match your face, gender, and the shape of your teeth. Each veneer will have the translucent appearance of natural teeth.
Porcelain veneers can address almost any aesthetic problem with the appearance of your teeth. Veneers can improve teeth that are:
- Crooked
- Misshapen
- Shortened
- Stained
- Worn
- The wrong size
- Mismatched
With veneers, you can have a beautiful, uniform smile that is both functional and comfortable.
Your Cosmetic Procedure
In order to make room for your porcelain veneers, Dr. Kay will polish some of the enamel from your teeth. This also allows for a less bulky appearance and an airtight bond with your restoration. It also means that your veneers are a permanent commitment.
You and Dr. Kay will discuss how you would like your smile to look, and he can make diagnostic wax-ups so you can see what your smile will look like before you make your final decision. We will work with you to make sure that you have a smile that looks great, feels great, and functions like it’s supposed to.
Caring for Your Porcelain Veneers
Like all dentistry, the best way to ensure longevity is to take excellent care of your teeth. That means keeping your gums healthy and keeping your teeth free from decay. Daily brushing and flossing routines combined with regular professional exams and dental cleanings will help you prolong the life of your veneers.
Do You Want to Learn More?
If you would like to learn more about porcelain veneers, call our Encinitas dental office and schedule a cosmetic consultation with Ryan Kay DMD. He can help you make a decision that will help you look your best.
Frequently Asked Questions
At Dr. Ryan Kay’s office, we offer a wide variety of cosmetic treatments to improve the appearance of your smile. From something simple like professional teeth whitening to complex full smile makeovers, we have solutions for everyone’s cosmetic dentistry needs.
How we improve you smile is really up to you. When you look at your teeth, what stands out that you don’t like? When we know your goals as far as your appearance, we can work with you to create a treatment plan that addresses all of your concerns.
Some of our most popular cosmetic dental treatments include:
Professional teeth whitening – You will find professional teeth whitening much more effective, comfortable, and consistent than over-the-counter treatments. We can help you achieve several shades of whitening quickly and easily. Professional teeth whitening is a quick and affordable way to take years off of your smile.
Cosmetic dental bonding – One way to address some smaller flaws with your smile is with cosmetic dental bonding. We use composite material to fill in unattractive gaps, chips, and oddly shaped teeth. Cosmetic bonding is a great solution for those patients with almost perfect smiles
Porcelain veneers – When it comes to cosmetic dental treatments, porcelain veneers are the way to make the biggest improvements to your appearance. Veneers will address a number of flaws such as:
- Crooked teeth
- Chipped teeth
- Shortened teeth
- Worn or broken teeth
- Uneven smiles
This is just a small sample of the many cosmetic treatments we offer. Give us a call for an evaluation!
Porcelain veneers are the top-flight solution to challenges when it comes to the appearance of your teeth. If you are looking to create a natural, gorgeous, uniform smile that looks like you were born with it, dental veneers may be the perfect solution for you. Or if you are looking to create the perfect Hollywood celebrity smile, veneers may also be the perfect solution for you.
No matter which route you go when it comes to improving the appearance of your teeth, we can help accomplish your goals with dental veneers. Dental veneers are thin covers that we place over the front of your natural teeth in order to create a beautiful smile. We leave most of your natural tooth structure in place, just polishing off a thin layer of enamel to make room for your porcelain and avoid a bulky appearance.
Before we place your veneers, Dr. Ryan Kay can create a wax-up so that you can see first hand what your new smile will look like. When you have your consultation with Dr. Kay, you can discuss the shade as well as the outcome you hope to achieve and even share some smiles you really like.
We will always make sure that your new smile is as functional as it is beautiful.
Day-to-day use subjects your teeth to constant force and wear, especially if you have a bruxism (teeth
grinding) habit. When teeth crack or chip, they look aged and can feel quite sensitive. Covering them with a reliable restoration will solve esthetic and functional issues.
When front teeth sustain damage, we may recommend dental veneers in our Encinitas, CA dental office to restore the look and function of the bite.
Dental veneers, made of brilliant, tooth-colored porcelain, look like natural teeth and fit over the existing tooth structure. A full evaluation and consultation will give you an opportunity to share the ideas you have about your ideal smile with Dr. Ryan Kay.
Dr. Kay will listen carefully to your goals. He will then design veneers for you using models of your teeth to ensure that your teeth bite together correctly.
Some patients prefer a more natural look, while others want an ultra-white appearance to their new smile. Veneers can give you your dream smile with a single treatment option that truly transforms your teeth and makes you look years younger.
To learn more about porcelain veneers, contact our Encinitas dental practice to arrange a consultation with Dr. Ryan Kay.
Meet Our Doctor:
Dr. Ryan Kay DMD, MS, FICOI
Dentist
Growing up around dentistry, I knew at an early age that I wanted to be a dentist. After graduating from the University of San Diego, I went on to study at Western University of Health Sciences where I earned both my Masters in Medical Science and Doctorate of Dental Medicine. I think you’ll find me not only to be a kind and compassionate person, you’ll always find me to have a friendly smile and gentle touch.
I was awarded a fellowship by the International Congress of Oral Implantologists due to numerous ...
