Boatman Dental
Porcelain Veneers in Carson Valley, NV
Porcelain veneers at Boatman Dental, a general dental practice in Minden, NV, serving the Carson Valley.
Porcelain Veneers in Carson Valley, NV
Boatman Dental is a general dental practice in Minden, Nevada. We provide porcelain veneers at our office.
Our office is in Minden, in the Carson Valley.
About Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers are thin porcelain shells that are made by a dental lab and bonded to the front surfaces of teeth. They are used to change the color, shape, or size of front teeth, and can cover chips, small gaps, worn edges, and staining that does not respond to whitening.
Placing a veneer requires removing a thin layer of enamel from the front of the tooth. That step is permanent, and a tooth prepared for a veneer will always need a veneer or other covering.
Veneers are not suitable for everyone. Heavy grinding, active decay, and gum disease can rule them out or need to be treated first. If you grind your teeth, a night guard may be recommended.
What to Expect
Treatment starts with an exam and a conversation about what you would like to change. We take photographs and X-rays as needed, check your bite, and talk through the options that apply to you, which may include whitening or bonding instead of veneers. We explain the treatment plan and its cost before any treatment begins.
Veneers take at least two visits. At the preparation visit, the teeth are shaped under local anesthesia, impressions are taken, and temporary veneers are placed. At the placement visit, the lab-made veneers are checked for fit and color and then bonded. The number of visits depends on the case.
Getting Here
Our office is in Minden. Gardnerville is about 5 to 10 minutes away, and Genoa and Johnson Lane are about 15 to 20 minutes away. Drive times vary with traffic, weather, and road conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are veneers permanent?
Removing enamel to prepare the tooth is permanent, so a tooth that has had a veneer will always need a veneer or other covering. Veneers can chip or wear and may need to be replaced at some point.
Can veneers be whitened?
No. Porcelain does not respond to whitening. If you want to whiten your natural teeth, that is usually done before the veneers are made so the shade can be matched.
Do you accept my insurance?
Coverage depends on your plan. Call our office with your insurance information and we can talk through how it applies before your visit.
How much do veneers cost?
Cost depends on the treatment you need, which we can't know before an exam. We explain the treatment plan and its cost before any treatment begins.
Contact Boatman Dental
Boatman Dental
1624 Library Ln, Minden, NV 89423
(775) 782-8176
Request an appointment online or call our office.
Serving Minden, Gardnerville, and the Carson Valley.