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Veneers in Albuquerque, NM
Beautiful, Lifelike Smile Enhancement
- IPS e.max porcelain veneers handcrafted by a ceramist
- 30+ years of cosmetic dentistry experience
- Two weeks from consultation to final placement
- 600+ 5-star reviews, comfort-first approach
Why Patients Choose Dr. Slaman for Porcelain Veneers
IPS e.max Handcrafted by Our Ceramist
Every veneer at our Albuquerque office is fabricated from IPS e.max® porcelain by a skilled dental ceramist. The lifelike translucency and stain resistance are engineered into the material itself, not applied after the fact.
Two Weeks From Consult to Placed
Most veneer patients go from initial consultation to bonded restoration in about two weeks. Digital impressions, in-lab fabrication, and Dr. James Slaman personally seating the shell keep the timeline tight.
Sent Back to the Lab Until Perfect
Dr. Slaman is a self-proclaimed perfectionist. If a veneer arrives from the lab and does not meet his standard for fit, shade, or shape, it goes back until it does. You get the smile he would want for himself.
See What's Possible
Our dentist in Albuquerque, NM, works with a highly skilled dental lab to create precisely customized veneers. In most cases, veneers can be designed, fabricated, and placed within two weeks, making them a fast and reliable solution for addressing cosmetic concerns. We have helped many patients overhaul the appearance of their smile with cosmetic dentistry, and you could be next.
Whether you have an important event coming up or have been wanting a new smile for years, Dr. Slaman and his team are here to help. Like this patient who received dental veneers made from high-quality porcelain to correct the gaps between their teeth, you can be well on your way to a beautiful smile after a quick consultation with our team.
Hear From a Real Patient
Before dental treatment, this patient told Dr. Slaman, "They just have to be better; they don't have to be perfect." After she received her veneers, she says her front teeth are now perfect.
Porcelain Veneers Cost and Financing
Veneers are an investment in yourself, and every plan is priced individually because every smile is different. During your consultation, Dr. Slaman will walk you through the exact fee for your veneer plan so nothing is left to guesswork.
Factors Affecting Cost
The three most significant cost variables for veneers are:
Number of Veneers
Concealing a small chip in one tooth will cost less than using several veneers to conceal staining that will not respond to teeth whitening. You can depend on us to only recommend the number of veneers necessary to meet your goals.
Preliminary Treatments
If you are suffering from tooth decay or other conditions affecting your oral health, they will need to be resolved first. Fortunately, insured patients can expect that at least a portion of these preliminary treatments will be covered.
Materials
Veneers can be made from a variety of materials. In general, the more durable and realistic-looking the material, the more it will cost. Dr. Slaman uses high-quality porcelain so that with proper care, your veneers can last for years.
Paying for Porcelain Veneers
It is important to understand that because this is an elective procedure, it does not qualify for insurance coverage. However, Dr. Slaman offers in-office 90-day financing to help you budget for this treatment. The staff at our Albuquerque office can also help you coordinate low-interest and interest-free financing through CareCredit®.
Dr. Slaman Explains More About Veneers
In this video, Dr. James Slaman explains the difference between ceramic veneers and composite veneers. Both change the shape and color of your teeth. You may be a suitable candidate for veneers if you have cracked, chipped, worn, or discolored teeth.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Veneers?
Good candidates for this dental procedure have:
Sufficient Enamel
Dental veneers require the removal of some tooth enamel. If for any reason you cannot afford to have enamel removed without threatening the health of your tooth, you will need to consider an alternative solution such as dental bonding.
Minor Imperfections
Porcelain veneers are designed to cover imperfections that are cosmetic in nature. In addition, an issue such as pronounced misalignment might be better treated with orthodontics.
Excellent Oral Health
A healthy foundation is essential for a long-lasting aesthetic upgrade. If you have tooth decay, gum disease, or other issues affecting your oral health, they must be resolved before receiving porcelain veneers or any other cosmetic procedure. Our team can provide you with the preparatory treatment you may need to address your oral health concerns before your cosmetic dentistry treatment.
Preview Your Results
Our Albuquerque practice uses the latest image simulation software to provide a preview of what your smile can look like with veneers. Our patients love seeing their potential new smiles and being able to choose treatments that match their desired results. You can preview your new smile during a consultation with Dr. Slaman.
Porcelain Veneer Treatment Timeline
When you choose our dental office in Albuquerque, NM, for veneers, you can expect your treatment to consist of several steps:
Most of our patients can receive their final restorations in as little as two weeks.
Alternatives to Veneers
While dental bonding and veneers have very similar functions, both treatments carry their own set of pros and cons.
Veneers
An IPS e.max veneer effectively covers the entire front surface of a treated tooth to fix multiple aesthetic issues with one shell. Veneers cost more than bonding but also provide longer-lasting, higher-quality results. This treatment works best for patients who are ready to commit to a permanent treatment that can conceal more extensive and widespread cosmetic flaws on a tooth.
Bonding
While veneers may be able to fix multiple cosmetic flaws at once, they require the removal of some enamel for the shell to properly fit over your tooth. Bonding does not take away any enamel so the treatment is reversible. However, bonding tends to work best for small, localized problems on a tooth like a chipped corner or a single stain.
During a consultation and exam, our dentist will discuss your options and recommend applicable treatments to match your unique needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Veneers
How many veneers should I get?
The number of veneers you should get depends on your needs and budget. Some patients may only need one veneer to cover an aesthetically flawed tooth and use other cosmetic treatments like teeth whitening to experience a beautiful smile. Others can get a full set of veneers to cover all the anterior (front) teeth that show when they smile. Dr. Slaman can help you find the best combination of treatments for your situation.
Do veneers stay white?
Veneers have naturally stain-resistant qualities and will stay brighter over time than natural enamel. Good hygiene and regular cleanings can help maintain the bright shade of your veneers and protect the underlying tooth structure as well.
Are veneers permanent?
Because veneers require permanent alteration to the tooth, once your tooth has been prepped, it will always require some kind of restoration. The veneer itself will typically last 10-15 years until it has to be replaced.
