Beautiful Porcelain Veneers in Columbus, OH
What are traditional porcelain veneers ?
A natural-looking cosmetic treatment for a brighter smile.
Porcelain veneers are ultra-thin shells of dental porcelain that are intricately bonded to the front surfaces of the teeth in your smile and wrap slightly around the bottom of your tooth for strength. Traditional porcelain veneers are extremely aesthetic, function well, and feel great on your lips and tongue. A minimal preparation design is performed with this type of veneer to allow for optimal aesthetics and function. Dr. Schindler is very conservative in preserving your tooth structure and takes every care and precaution to the biology of the tooth. Your aesthetic result is of utmost importance, and to yield the best result, Dr. Schindler measures very specifically the amount of enamel to be removed for beautiful aesthetics and functional results.
There are many brands of porcelain veneer materials and many ways that porcelain veneers are fabricated and bonded into place. At Schindler Smile Studio, Dr. Schindler utilizes only the most aesthetic and enamel-like porcelain materials for her smile makeovers with porcelain veneers. The porcelain material needs to mimic and behave like real enamel with light reflections for beauty and function for the tooth’s health. In addition, Dr. Schindler treats the teeth very gently and carefully and pays attention to the biology of the tooth and the intricacies of the bonding process to ensure there is no discomfort afterward and to ensure strong functioning veneers.
Restorative porcelain veneers are another very common type of beautiful veneer that Dr. Schindler performs routinely for a smile makeover. A restorative porcelain veneer is similar to a regular veneer but addresses the overall health of the tooth, wrapping onto areas of the tooth that are unhealthy. It is ideal for patients who have fillings or decay in their teeth within their smile that need to be addressed and restored at the same time as the veneer is done. The existing fillings or decay are removed, and the veneer wraps into that area, yielding strength and health to the tooth. Restorative veneers are conservative, preserving tooth structure and avoiding having to do full crowns. They are great for strengthening the enamel from all areas of deficits, such as fractures and erosion.
No-prep or minimal contour porcelain veneers are another style/type of veneer that Dr. Schindler artistically utilizes to create your beautiful new smile. One brand that many people have heard of is LUMINEERS. Doctor Schindler will use the best aesthetic material for your no-prep veneers. No-prep or minimal contour are porcelain veneers designed without having to remove any enamel in the process. They are very case-specific, and not everyone will be a good candidate for this veneer style because we don’t want to create too much thickness or bulkiness in the smile.
No-prep or minimal contour porcelain veneers are an excellent option for anyone with smaller teeth and/or gaps between them or if you desire a bigger, fuller smile from your original smile. Also, for anyone with overall healthy teeth with minor imperfections they desire to change. You may be a better candidate for traditional porcelain veneers if you have larger teeth, crowding, severely stained or dark teeth, or malocclusion (bad bite). Either way, Dr. Schindler’s preparation/contouring technique is always conservative and thoughtfully planned for the best long-term success restoratively, functionally, and aesthetically for your new smile.
Porcelain Veneers FAQs
Our cosmetic dentist, Dr. Schindler, answers your questions.
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How much do porcelain veneers cost?
The overall investment for porcelain veneers or a smile makeover for your upper smile can vary depending on the overall condition of your teeth, including your personal goals for your smile. Nationally, the cost per tooth ranges among veneer providers from $1,500 to over $5,000 per tooth. At Schindler Smile Studio, the veneer fee will range from $1,950 to $2,550 per tooth, depending on the complexities of the case. Your new smile by Dr. Sharon Schindler is an excellent investment; her guests all remark how they wish they had done their smiles sooner!
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Is there financing for porcelain veneers?
Yes, many patients choose to finance all or some of their investments through dental financing. We recommend Lending Club or CareCredit. You can apply for pre-approval without any impact on your credit score. These are considered non-secured loans, so having good credit is important for approval. You can also have a family member apply for credit on your behalf.
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How long do porcelain veneers last?
Dr. Schindler’s vast experience and meticulous techniques and processes yield long-term success and health for your new porcelain veneers. The industry average of success for veneers is around 15 years. Dr. Schindler has a proven track record and excellent long-term success, with her smiles restored with porcelain veneers. Most of Dr. Schindler’s created smiles last beautifully and healthy for over 20 years.
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How many veneers will I need?
The number of veneers you will need depends on the complexities and issues within your smile. It also depends on how many teeth show when you smile. The easiest way to tell is to look in the mirror, smile naturally, and then count the number of teeth you see.
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Do all porcelain veneers look alike?
No. Porcelain veneers can look like natural teeth when done correctly. The difference is in the skill of the dentist that designs your new smile, including tooth size, shape, and color, and the lab that produces the veneer based on your dentist’s design. Creating the perfect smile requires blending precision dentistry with artistic sensitivity, ideal planning, and an eye for detail. There are also many different types of porcelain materials, and Dr. Schindler uses the most aesthetic enamel-like porcelain with excellent strength properties.
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Can I see what my new smile will look like before I start the process of my new porcelain veneers?
Yes, at Schindler Smile Studio, we start the porcelain veneer process by creating an artistic wax design (diagnostic wax-up) of your new smile. This is a 3-D model of your new smile in wax to see the overall smile design, including symmetry, shape, tooth size, contours, etc. It is considered your smile’s “blueprint”.
Dr. Schindler will also provide a highly customized temporary smile to showcase your new smile once we start the porcelain veneer process. Dr. Schindler spends extra time perfecting the artistry of your temporary smile so you get an idea of the visualization and feel of your new smile. In addition, before your new porcelain veneers are permanently bonded into place, Dr. Schindler will show you your new smile for final approval. All these checkpoints provide you peace of mind when enhancing the health and beauty of your smile with porcelain veneers. -
What if I have existing old porcelain veneers that need to be replaced?
Dr. Schindler treats many individuals who have existing porcelain veneers needing replacements. Dr. Schindler utilizes the Lite Touch Laser for veneer removal. This advanced Laser allows Dr. Schindler to vaporize the underlying cement/adhesives to remove the existing porcelain veneers in minutes. It also preserves your natural tooth structure for your new veneers. Dr. Schindler’s technique for veneer removal is gentle and meticulous. The overall process of your new smile would be the same as listed above.
Why should I choose Dr. Sharon Schindler for my new porcelain veneers?
Dr. Schindler’s vast experience, exclusive focus on cosmetic dentistry, gift in artistry, smile results, and the overall comforts of the patient experience make her a preferred choice for the care of your smile. Dr. Schindler blends science and artistry to create a gorgeous, healthy, functioning smile. Dr. Sharon Schindler is an award-winning cosmetic dentist and artist who will customize your new smile specifically to your goals, creating a stunning smile that enhances your facial beauty.
Dr. Schindler founded Schindler Smile Studio and has designed her cosmetic practice exclusively focused on smile design, porcelain veneers, smile makeovers, and full mouth rejuvenation. Dr. Schindler’s 100% focus on smiles is extremely rare and a testament to Dr. Schindler’s commitment to providing the best cosmetic dentistry and patient experience for her guests. Dr. Schindler is passionate about helping her guests achieve their personal goals of a healthy and stunning smile through the beauty of porcelain veneers.
Science and artistry blend to create a gorgeous, healthy, functioning smile. Award-winning cosmetic dentist Dr. Sharon Schindler views herself as a commissioned artist when creating your new smile. Dr. Schindler customizes each smile to the individual’s needs and goals, creating a stunning smile that enhances overall facial beauty. Dr. Schindler founded Schindler Smile Studio, a cosmetic practice exclusively focused on smile design and makeovers. Dr Schindler is passionate about helping her guests achieve their personal goals of a healthy and stunning smile through the beauty of porcelain veneers.
It`s Your Turn to Experience The Power of a Dazzling Smile
Porcelain Veneers Process?
A proven process done for over 20 years, delivering success to Columbus and beyond.
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Impression Appointment
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Upper & lower model impressions & pre-op bite registration
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Send model impressions to dental laboratory for artistic smile wax design
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Comprehensive photos
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Radiographs
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Smile Preview Appointment
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Preview artistic smile wax design
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Review consent forms
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Review temporary & final post-op
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Schedule appointments
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Reservation fee or complete payment due (schedule determined)
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Temporary Smile Appointment
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Contour teeth for final impressions (includes removal of old dentistry & laser gum recontouring if recommended)
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Placement of temporary smile
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Send final impressions to laboratory for final smile design fabrication
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Final Smile Appointment
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Removal of temporary smile
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Placement of porcelain restorations
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Adjustment & initial polish of porcelain restorations
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Post Smile Appointment
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30-90 Day post treatment examination
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Second polish of porcelain restorations including removal of any residual adhesive
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Adjust/check bite
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Seat occlusal guard/retainer (if recommended)
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Smile photos
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