Do you ever find yourself trying to cover up your smile because you’re embarrassed by it? Do you glance in the mirror and wish that your teeth were more attractive in any way? Perhaps they could be whiter, better aligned, or more stunning overall. Have you ever experimented with various cosmetic treatments, only to be dissatisfied with the results of such treatments? If this describes you, you should consider getting dental veneers. The following are five reasons why you should give them some thought:
Yellow Stains that Mar the Appearance of Your Teeth
A smile that is whiter and more radiant can be achieved with the help of dental veneers. Veneers could be the answer for you if you have tooth discolouration or deep stains that do not respond well to whitening treatments. Veneers are thin shells of porcelain that are bonded to your teeth.
Although professional whitening treatments can provide fantastic results, some people’s tooth structure is naturally very dark, or they use medications that permanently change the color of their teeth. These individuals cannot achieve the same results (such as antibiotics like tetracycline.) No matter how hard you try, you won’t be able to get such black stains out with bleach.
Veneers cover the entire tooth that lies behind them, allowing you to select any shade you like for the veneers themselves. Your natural skin tone and lip color are both factors that Dr. Cohan will take into consideration while helping you choose a shade. The brilliant porcelain makes the teeth appear to be naturally white. There is no need to bleach the fabric! Your porcelain veneers will continue to maintain their brilliant hue over the course of many years to come, which is an extra plus.
Teeth that are broken or misshapen
Do any of your teeth have chips or are they crooked? If this is the case, you might think about getting dental veneers. Because each veneer is made individually by hand in a dental laboratory, we have complete control over the way in which they are fashioned. No detail has been overlooked, from the dimensions of the width and length to the shape of the serrated edges.
Problems such as thin teeth, enamel that has been slightly damaged (in which case you do not require a dental crown), and surface imperfections such as pitted surfaces are all easily rectifiable. After the veneer has been glued to the front of your tooth, your smile will appear to be entire and complete once more. Veneers offer superior protection than composite bonding while also being less invasive than full coverage crowns; in fact, they were developed particularly for situations just like this one!
Veneers are an excellent option for teeth that are otherwise in good health but have aesthetic faults that need to be covered up.
Teeth that are crooked, crowded, or have gaps between them
Patients who have crooked, crowded, or gapped teeth have the option of using veneers as an excellent replacement for braces. Because they are attached to the front surface of your teeth, they have the ability to immediately give your teeth the appearance of being straighter and more uniform. Even if the patient’s original teeth are still present behind the veneers, a straight smile can be achieved by contouring each one in conjunction with its corresponding partner in order to get the desired result.
Even “instant braces” is a term that some people use to describe to Summerlin dental veneers.
Veneers are also significantly faster to complete than braces, and our Summerlin cosmetic dentist can place them in as few as two appointments. Dental veneers can help you attain the same look you want in a shorter amount of time if you don’t have the time or don’t want to spend it wearing aligners or other fixed orthodontic tools for a year. Your overall time commitment will often consist of two to three appointments spread out over a period of a few weeks.
Uneven Smile
Do you have an uneven smile? Your smile’s overall appearance may suffer if it has asymmetrical shapes, such as teeth that are too short or aren’t even with each other. Even if a person’s teeth are healthy and their enamel has not been damaged, having teeth that are too short or that are uneven might be problematic from an aesthetic standpoint. The greatest solution is veneers since they are less invasive than dental crowns yet give superior stability than composite bonding. Veneers offer the best of both worlds.
A lovely smile is typically symmetrical when viewed from either side. Even if you have particularly uneven teeth, you may still be able to achieve this symmetry with the use of veneers.
In most cases, Dr. Cohan advises patients to have many veneers placed at the same time in order to achieve a more unified appearance. However, if the teeth are uneven or there is a problem known as “peg laterals,” it is possible to occasionally place just a pair of veneers as needed. This procedure is possible.
You want to be pleased with the appearance of your teeth.
Because teeth are one of the first things people notice about you, it’s not surprising that a lot of people are concerned about how their smile seems to others. And even though there are a lot of different ways to accomplish this, the smile makeover experience that dental veneers provide is unrivaled.
The knowledge that you can choose exactly how your teeth will look, down to their size, shape, and color, and that the entire process may be finished in only a few weeks is invaluable. Nothing—not braces, not whitening, nor bonding—can achieve the same results!
Looking for Veneers in Summerlin? Make an Appointment for Your Summerlin Smile Consultation Today!
We take great satisfaction in the fact that our patients at our Summerlin location receive the highest level of care and aesthetics that is humanly feasible. When it comes to your smile, we want to make absolutely certain that you adore it just as much as we do. If you are thinking about getting dental veneers, we encourage you to make an appointment with Dr. Cohan for a consultation. During your appointment, we will talk about your hopes and dreams for your smile, as well as explore whether or not veneers are the best course of action for you.
5 Reasons to Get Dental Veneers
Q1: How do I know if veneers are right for me?
Veneers are ideal if you have teeth that are stained beyond what whitening can fix, chipped, worn down, slightly crooked, gapped, or unevenly shaped. Your teeth need to be structurally sound with enough enamel to support bonding. Dr. Cohan at Summerlin Dental Solutions provides an honest assessment at your cosmetic consultation.
Q2: What is the biggest advantage of porcelain veneers?
Versatility. No other single cosmetic treatment can simultaneously correct color, shape, alignment, size, and spacing in just two to three appointments. Veneers essentially allow Dr. Cohan to redesign your entire visible smile without orthodontics, and results last 15 to 25 years.
Q3: Can veneers really make my smile look completely different?
Yes. Veneers are one of the most transformative cosmetic dental treatments available. Patients routinely describe their results as life-changing — improved confidence, willingness to smile, and positive changes in personal and professional interactions. Dr. Cohan’s before-and-after portfolio showcases dramatic transformations.
Q4: Are porcelain veneers worth the investment?
Most patients say absolutely yes. At $1,200 to $2,500 per tooth lasting 15 to 25 years, the annual cost of veneers can be less than monthly teeth whitening products that deliver inferior results. The confidence, career, and quality-of-life benefits are impossible to quantify.
Q5: Do veneers damage your natural teeth?
Veneer preparation removes only about 0.5 mm of enamel — less than the thickness of a fingernail. This is far less invasive than a crown. However, the process is irreversible because some enamel must be removed for the veneer to bond properly and look natural.
Q6: Can I get just one or two veneers instead of a full set?
Absolutely. Many patients at Summerlin Dental Solutions get individual veneers to fix a single chipped, discolored, or misshapen tooth. Dr. Cohan expertly matches the porcelain to your adjacent teeth so the single veneer is completely indistinguishable.
Q7: How does Dr. Cohan’s AACD Accreditation benefit my veneer results?
AACD Accreditation means Dr. Cohan submitted extensive cosmetic cases for rigorous peer review by the top cosmetic dentists in the profession. This credential — held by fewer than 1% of dentists — confirms her veneer results meet the highest standard. Your smile is designed by a verified expert.
Q8: Will veneers feel different from my natural teeth?
For the first few days, veneers may feel slightly different as your tongue adjusts to the new contours. Within a week, most patients cannot distinguish their veneers from natural teeth. They feel smooth, comfortable, and completely natural.
Q9: Can veneers stain from coffee or wine?
Porcelain veneers are highly stain-resistant — significantly more than natural enamel. They will not discolor from coffee, tea, or wine the way natural teeth do. However, the bonding cement at the veneer edges can pick up staining over many years, so good hygiene and regular cleanings remain important.
Q10: What should I expect at a veneer consultation at Summerlin Dental Solutions?
Dr. Cohan examines your teeth, discusses what you want to change, takes photos, and uses computerized smile design to show a digital preview of your potential results. You see your new smile on screen before any commitment. She explains options, timeline, and pricing with complete transparency and zero pressure.
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Dr. Marianne Cohan was voted The Best Dentist/ Dental Office and Best Cosmetic Dentist from The Las Vegas Review-Journal in 2020 and 2021. She received her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1992.
With an emphasis on cosmetic dentistry, complete makeovers, and implant dentistry, Dr. Cohan is committed to continuing education and feels that we never stop learning. Dr. Cohan takes pride in using high-powered magnification to perform minimally invasive restorative dentistry. She uses all the latest technological advances including digital radiography, digital photography, computer simulations, and high-resolution pictures of your proposed treatment on 55-inch screens. She also utilizes CBCT (cone beam) and laser technology.
Dr. Cohan is always available to her patients and is available for any dental emergency.
