Veneers & Laminates · Hendersonville, NC

Veneers & Laminates in Hendersonville, NC

A personalized approach to refining the appearance of selected teeth.

Veneers - sometimes called laminates - can be used in selected cases to change the visible shape, color or proportions of teeth. Treatment always begins with careful assessment and a clear understanding of what you would like to change.

Accepting new patients

Porcelain dental veneers beside a shade guide at Dr. Nigel Morgan's Hendersonville practice
What veneers are

Understanding Veneers

A veneer is a thin restoration fitted over the visible surface of a tooth. Because it changes what you see rather than rebuilding the whole tooth, a veneer is only one of several ways to approach a cosmetic concern - tooth-colored restorations or a dental crown may be more appropriate in some situations.

Shape and proportion

Teeth that look short, narrow or uneven alongside their neighbours.

Color

Discoloration that has not responded to other approaches.

Chips and wear

Visible edges that have chipped or worn down over time.

Small spaces

Gaps between certain teeth, where treatment is appropriate.

Suitability

Is Veneer Treatment Appropriate for You?

Assessment comes first. Veneers are a considered treatment rather than an automatic answer to a cosmetic concern, and some patients are better served by another option. Dr. Morgan reviews:

  • The health of your gums and supporting tissues
  • The condition and amount of remaining tooth structure
  • How your teeth meet and any signs of wear or grinding
  • Any existing restorations on the teeth involved
  • What you would like to change and why
  • Whether an alternative treatment may suit you better
What to expect

The Treatment Journey

  1. 01

    Discuss What You Would Like to Change

    We begin with your own description of what bothers you about your smile.

  2. 02

    Assess Your Dental Health

    Teeth, gums and bite are examined first, because cosmetic treatment should sit on a healthy foundation.

  3. 03

    Explore the Options

    Dr. Morgan explains whether veneers, another treatment or no treatment is the more appropriate route, including the considerations involved.

  4. 04

    Plan the Appearance

    Shape, proportion and color are planned around your face and your remaining teeth.

  5. 05

    Treatment & Review

    Treatment is carried out in stages appropriate to your plan, followed by a review to check comfort and appearance.

Dr. Nigel Morgan reviewing detailed dental work in his Hendersonville practice
Your Hendersonville dentist

Cosmetic Treatment Planned Around You

Dr. Morgan has cared for patients from his Hendersonville practice since 2008. Cosmetic treatment here starts with a conversation about what you would like to change, followed by an honest explanation of what is and is not appropriate.

Where veneers are not the right answer, he will say so and explain the alternatives available to you.

  • Assessment before recommendation
  • Clear explanation of alternatives
  • Results planned to suit your face
  • Accepting new patients

420 5th Ave West, Suite 200
Hendersonville, NC 28739

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Common questions

Veneers & Laminates: Common Questions

A veneer is a thin restoration designed to fit over the visible surface of a tooth. Veneers are sometimes referred to as laminates and may be considered where the shape, color or proportions of certain teeth are a concern.

Related Treatment Options

Considering veneers?

Let's talk about what you'd like to change

A consultation is the first step towards understanding your options in Hendersonville.