Porcelain Veneers
Transform Your Smile with Precision
Porcelain veneers are thin, custom-crafted shells that cover the front surface of your teeth. They're the gold standard for transforming smiles—used by celebrities and everyday Nepean residents alike. Whether you want to fix chips, close gaps, lighten dark teeth, or reshape your smile, veneers deliver beautiful, natural-looking results that last.
What Are Porcelain Veneers?
Veneers are ultra-thin shells of porcelain bonded to your natural teeth. They're custom-made to match your unique smile, skin tone, and personality. Unlike crowns, which cover the entire tooth, veneers only cover the visible front surface—preserving more of your natural tooth structure.
Porcelain is the ideal material because it mimics the light-reflecting properties of natural enamel, creating results that look indistinguishable from real teeth. Porcelain is also stain-resistant and incredibly durable, lasting 10-15 years or longer with proper care.
The veneer process begins with a consultation where we discuss your smile goals. We use digital smile design technology to show you a preview of your new smile before any treatment begins. This ensures you're completely happy with the vision before we proceed.
Preparation involves gently removing a thin layer of enamel from the front of each tooth—usually less than a millimeter. We then take precise impressions sent to our lab, where master technicians craft your custom veneers. In the meantime, we place temporary veneers to protect your teeth.
During the final appointment, we remove the temporaries and bond your permanent porcelain veneers with a special adhesive. We check your bite, make any adjustments, and polish everything until your new smile is perfect. You'll walk out with a dramatically transformed smile.
Veneers are ideal for patients who want comprehensive smile improvement. They address multiple concerns simultaneously: spacing, discoloration, chips, irregular shapes, and alignment issues. Many patients find veneers more affordable than individual treatments for multiple teeth.
Who's a Good Candidate?
Veneers work best if you have healthy teeth, good gums, and realistic expectations. If you grind your teeth or have severe decay, we might recommend alternatives. During your consultation, we'll assess your candidacy and discuss options.
Veneer Questions Answered
The process typically takes 2-3 appointments over 2-3 weeks. Your first visit includes consultation and preparation. You wear temporary veneers while your custom porcelain shells are created at the lab. Your final appointment bonds the permanent veneers. In total, the process takes about 2 weeks.
Absolutely. Modern porcelain veneers are nearly indistinguishable from natural teeth when crafted by skilled technicians. We customize the shade, shape, and translucency to match your other teeth and your facial features. Most people won't realize you have veneers unless you tell them.
Veneers require the same care as natural teeth: brush twice daily, floss, and see us for regular checkups. Avoid biting hard objects, grinding your teeth, or using teeth as tools. While porcelain itself resists staining, we recommend limiting staining foods and drinks to protect the veneer edges.
Porcelain veneers don't respond to whitening treatments—the ceramic is already colored to match your other teeth. That's why choosing the right shade at the start is important. If discoloration occurs along the edges, we can polish or refinish the veneer. This is rare with proper care.
Porcelain veneers are very durable, but they can chip if you bite something extremely hard. If damage occurs, we can repair or replace the affected veneer. Repairs usually take one appointment. Your veneer warranty covers defects in workmanship.
Each veneer typically costs $800-$1500, depending on complexity and materials. A full smile makeover of 6-10 veneers ranges from $5000-$15,000. Most dental insurance doesn't cover cosmetic veneers, but some plans offer partial coverage. We offer payment plans to make treatment affordable.
What Patients Say About Veneers
Patients describe their veneers as life-changing — natural-looking results that gave them the confidence to smile freely.
See all reviews on GoogleLast night was our first experience with this clinic. The staff was very friendly and professional. Very happy we chose this clinic for myself and daughter.
The dentist (Dr Dayem) was really friendly and knowledgeable, and the hygienist did an amazing job cleaning my teeth. I strongly recommend this dental office
Begin Your Smile Transformation
Schedule a veneer consultation at BluSky Dental Centrepointe. We'll show you exactly what your new smile can look like.
Visit BluSky Dental Centrepointe
117 Centrepointe Dr #102, Nepean, ON K2G 5X3. Phone: (613) 224-8600. We're here to help you achieve your dream smile.
Veneers That Look and Feel Natural