Veneers, Handcrafted for a
Natural Smile
Porcelain veneers that cover chips, stains, and gaps in as little as two visits, built to look like your own teeth, not a replacement for them.
What veneers actually are.
A porcelain veneer is a thin shell bonded to the front of a tooth, custom-shaped and shaded to match the smile around it. Most patients come in with one specific concern, a chip, a crack, a stubborn stain, and leave with a fix that’s hard to spot as anything other than a natural tooth. Every case gets the same level of attention, whether it’s one veneer or a full set.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
From consultation to finished smile.
This isn’t a single-visit process, and that’s intentional. Careful planning from the beginning helps create a natural-looking result you’ll feel good about for years to come.
Consultation & Planning
We evaluate your teeth and talk through what you’d like to change. Photographs and a digital scan help us plan the shape, shade, size, and proportions of your veneers before any treatment begins. Dr. Hada is among a small group of dentists nationwide helping pioneer new digital smile-design technology that allows you to see yourself with your proposed smile and provide input before we move forward.
Preparation
A small amount of tooth structure is gently reshaped to make room for your veneers. Your digital impressions and carefully planned design are then sent to some of the best dental ceramic artists in the world, who hand-craft each veneer to complement your natural teeth, facial features, and bite.
Temporaries
While your permanent restorations are being crafted - a process that typically takes two to three weeks - you’ll wear temporary veneers so you’re never without a complete smile. Your temporaries are designed to closely resemble the final veneers, giving you time to experience your new smile and identify any adjustments you’d like to make before your permanent veneers are placed.
Bonding
At your final appointment, each veneer is carefully evaluated for fit, appearance, and bite, then permanently bonded to your natural teeth. Final bite adjustments and polishing complete your new smile.
Are veneers right for you?
They work best on structurally healthy teeth; cosmetic concerns like chips, stains, or spacing are what this treatment is designed to fix, not underlying tooth decay or gum disease. If either of those is present, we’ll typically recommend treating that first so the shell has a solid foundation to bond to. A good candidate is someone with healthy habits at home, looking to improve appearance rather than repair a problem that needs treatment first.
Not sure this is the right fit? Composite resin offers a more affordable, less permanent alternative worth discussing at a consultation, and our team can also walk you through teeth whitening if staining is your main concern.
VISIT US
Veneers near you in
Mission Viejo.
26137 La Paz Rd Suite 100, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Searching for dental veneers near you? Our dental office provides personalized cosmetic dentistry for patients throughout Mission Viejo and Orange County, as well as patients who travel from across the country and around the world to see us for anything from a single tooth to a complete smile makeover.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dental veneers are thin, custom-made shells, usually porcelain, bonded to the front surface of a tooth to change its color, shape, or size. They're commonly used to cover chips, cracks, stains, or gaps.
Most cases take two visits, spaced two to three weeks apart. The first prepares the teeth and takes impressions for the lab; the second bonds the finished pieces in place.
Yes, a thin layer of enamel is typically removed to make room for the shell and ensure a natural fit. This step is minimal compared to a crown, which is why the approach is considered conservative.
They don't harm healthy teeth, but they don't prevent decay or gum disease either. Keeping up with regular checkups and good home care is still what protects the tooth underneath; this treatment just changes what's visible on the surface.
Compared to something like a crown or implant, this is a relatively conservative option. Only a thin layer of enamel is reshaped, and there's no surgery or bone involved. Many patients are surprised how much a smile can change without a more invasive approach.
Veneer cost varies depending on the number of teeth involved and the material used. Porcelain veneers cost more upfront than composite resin veneers but typically last significantly longer. We provide an exact quote after an evaluation.
Porcelain veneers typically last 20 to 30years with proper care. Avoiding teeth grinding, wearing a nightguard if recommended, and maintaining regular cleanings all help extend that lifespan.
This works best for patients with healthy teeth and gums who want to address a cosmetic concern like chips, stains, or spacing. If tooth decay or gum disease is present, that's typically treated first so there's a healthy foundation to bond to.
No special routine beyond normal oral hygiene, regular brushing, flossing, and dental visits. Avoiding using teeth as tools (opening packages, biting nails) helps prevent chips or cracks over time.
Just yourself. If you have photos of a smile you love, whether it’s your own smile from the past or someone else’s you’d like to use as inspiration, feel free to bring them along. We’ll also review your dental history, so please let us know about any recent treatment or ongoing care with another provider.
