Veneers
Veneers in Winchester, VA
No one should have to hide their smile. Chips, gaps, discoloration, or anything you’ve been feeling self conscious about will be a thing of the past with veneers. Your Winchester dentist is here to help. Contact us today to get started on the smile you deserve!
- Book online your checkup
- Visit our practice
- Call (540) 667-3267
Why choose dental veneers?
Did you know…
- You don’t need veneers for every tooth. Depending on your needs, you can get just one or an entire set.
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The Benefits of Veneers
Natural Look & Feel
Veneers are works of art, designed to look slightly translucent, just like a natural tooth.Low-Maintenance
Because each veneer is individually placed, you can brush and floss like you normally do.Durable
While veneers are very thin, porcelain is actually just as durable as natural tooth enamel.The Veneers Treatment Process
Preparation of Teeth
After you’ve been approved for treatment during your cosmetic consultation, your dentist will gently buff away a thin layer of enamel to prepare your teeth that will be receiving the veneers.Impressions & Temporary Veneers
After your teeth are prepared, you’ll have dental impressions or models taken of your teeth. These will be sent to a dental lab where your permanent veneers will be created. You will be sent home with a set of temporary resin veneers, which will protect your newly-prepared teeth until your permanent veneers are ready.Permanent Veneer Placement
Once your dentist has checked the fit of your custom-made veneers and everything looks good, they’ll be attached to your teeth permanently using dental adhesive, completing your brand new smile.Schedule Today!
Frequently Asked Questions
What are TMD symptoms?
The symptoms of TMD vary quite a bit depending on the patient. You may experience issues like:
- Pain and stiffness
- Migraine headaches
- Clicking or popping noises when moving your jaw
- Difficulty opening your jaws all the way
- Pain when chewing or eating
If you notice any of these symptoms, we recommend scheduling an appointment with your dentist right away to get help.
What causes TMD?
TMD and TMJ pain is caused by a variety of different issues:
- Direct trauma to the temporomandibular joint
- Bite and tooth
- Bruxism or teeth grinding
- Lifestyle issues, such as excessive gum chewing
- Inflammatory and autoimmune disorders, like arthritis
Because TMD and TMJ pain can be caused by so many different health issues, it’s important to see an experienced dentist when seeking care.
Can TMD go away on its own?
How can I treat TMJ pain on my own?
Applying a hot compress to the area at 10-minute intervals can help with inflammation and control the pain and discomfort of TMD as your jaw heals.
It’s also a good idea to take steps to decrease jaw clenching, such as exercising and de-stressing to reduce the likelihood of nighttime teeth grinding. You may also want to consider ceasing gum chewing, and eating a diet of mostly soft foods to minimize the work your jaw muscles must do while they heal.
You can also use over-the-counter medicines like ibuprofen to help control pain and inflammation as your jaw heals, and you recover from TMD.
While some cases of TMD are minor and can be resolved with these simple steps and other at-home remedies, you should consider seeking help if you experience serious pain and discomfort, or if your symptoms persist for 1-2 weeks or longer.