How Many Veneers Does It Take to Achieve Your Dream Smile?

When you smile at yourself in the mirror, do you focus on imperfections in your pearly whites? Discoloration, stains, and chips may bother you and make you want to hide away your grin. If you want to fix these flaws, then cosmetic dental treatments do just that! Veneers are a popular option because they can transform your pearly whites with ease. But exactly how many do you need to get a perfect smile? Read on to learn a couple of factors that can determine how many veneers you need.

Type of Change You Want for Your Smile

The number of veneers you need depends on why you want them. If the tooth you want to change is further back in your mouth and not distinctly noticeable, then a veneer may not be the best option, as it would be less visible.

If you want to cover up a chipped tooth toward the middle of your mouth, then a singular veneer may be needed. Generally, if you are happy with the appearance of most of your teeth but one or two bother you, then just a couple of the porcelain shells can address them. However, more drastic changes may require a larger number of veneers.

Size of Your Smile

How big a grin you have can influence how many of your teeth are visible. For bigger smiles, you may need eight to ten veneers to cover up any flaws, while others may only need about six. The reason you would want this many is to have a dramatic change in color or size. If you wish to alter the shape of your teeth, then it may be best to put veneers on each visible tooth so they all match.

How Can I Determine the Number of Veneers I Need?

The only way to obtain a reliable estimate would be to visit your dentist for a consultation. They can help you achieve your smile goals and ensure you understand what you can expect from veneers. In some cases, your dentist may also recommend other cosmetic treatments in tandem with these porcelain shells. For instance, if you want to brighten your smile, they may give you a professional teeth whitening kit. Then, you may only need to get a few veneers on stubborn stains instead of the whole row.

Ultimately, your dentist is here to help you find a solution that works for you. They will examine your pearly whites and determine the best way to give you the smile you’ve always dreamed of. 

About the Practice

At Dental Expressions, we utilize state-of-the-art technology to provide you with the care you need. With the expertise of Dr. Robert Heil and Dr. Heather Heil, we offer a wide range of services, including porcelain veneers. We use cosmetic imaging to help you visualize how many veneers you might need to transform your smile into the one you want. If you have flaws in your grin that you want to fix, schedule an appointment or call us at (920) 788-6280.