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Are veneers expensive for addressing issues with teeth? A dental professional at Downtown Dental explains
At Downtown Dental, patients often ask their dental team about the benefits of cosmetic dentistry. Our practice has a variety of options available to individuals in the Los Angeles area who are ready to enhance their smile and disguise imperfections that may be affecting the overall appearance of their teeth. This may include teeth that are:
- Broken
- Misaligned
- Permanently stained
- Chipped
- Unusually shaped
When these concerns are present, many patients may be advised to consider the advantages of dental veneers.
Veneers explained
Veneers are facings that are fabricated from porcelain. These restorations are bonded onto the front of teeth after they have been prepared with the removal of a thin portion of the enamel. They cover the problem and provide a more beautiful appearance to the natural tooth. These restorations are known for lasting many years before replacement is necessary, and they provide an effective and attractive solution.
Are veneers expensive?
Fortunately, many of our patients find porcelain veneers to be accessible. Dental insurance often does not cover dental veneers as it is considered an elective treatment. However, our practice offers financing options to help patients obtain the desired treatments at reasonable costs. Speaking to Dr. Don Mungcal and his team is the initial step in deciding if dental veneers are right for you.
Who is a candidate for veneers?
Any patient with a healthy smile and imperfections they desire to cover near the front of the mouth may be considered for the placement of porcelain veneers. To determine this, patients are urged to schedule a consultation appointment and initial evaluation with our team to assess their needs and discuss this or other alternatives. Some patients may find that a solution such as composite resin bonding is also a viable option, depending on their specific needs and desires.
What is the process of obtaining veneers?
First, patients speak with their dental team to determine if they can benefit from the placement of veneers. This assessment starts with Dr. Don Mungcal. Once patients learn about these restorations and decide they are the best option for their smiles, they can begin the preparations. Preparation requires that a thin portion of natural enamel is filed down before impressions are taken. These impressions are used to fabricate the porcelain veneers so they fit over the tooth. Porcelain veneers are completed in-house, so they are done within 20 minutes or less. Patients then have the restorations bonded in place during the same appointment.
How to care for porcelain veneers
Veneers are to be cared for just like natural teeth. Patients should brush and floss their teeth as usual and maintain recall appointments with Dr. Don Mungcal. Placing a veneer over a tooth does not protect it from periodontal disease and decay, so patients need to maintain regular dental checkups. This may require routine X-rays. Additionally, if patients experience breakage, they need to speak to the Downtown Dental team about replacing their restorations. This is necessary to maintain the results. We encourage patients to see their dentist at least twice a year for a cleaning and examination to monitor the health of their smile and address any issues that may arise.
Discuss the advantages of dental veneers with a dental professional today!
Dr. Don Mungcal and his staff are here to assist patients with various cosmetic procedures that can be used to achieve a more attractive smile. If you are ready to rejuvenate your look in an economical and effective way, contact Downtown Dental.
Our practice, located at 255 South Grand Avenue, Suite #204, is equipped with the latest technology, and our team is experienced in the techniques that can be used to address imperfections of the smile.
Call 213-863-9464 today to schedule an appointment with our team and discuss this and many other options available!
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Dr. Ivan Chan
As the cornerstone and founder of Downtown Dental, Dr. Don Mungcal is a proactive and
exceptionally talented dentist who is determined to contribute to the health and wellbeing of his community by
attending to their dental care needs.
With over 28 years of experience and service, Dr. Mungcal makes it his responsibility to be the best version of himself by being his patients’ go-to point for any and all dental concerns. In addition to being meticulous in his work ethic, he is also an individual who understands development and change. He updates and informs himself constantly through various continuous educational programs that he undertakes. He also invests in the latest state-of-the-art technology to provide world-class dental services.
Dr. Mungcal graduated from UCLA and the University of the Pacific Dental School and is presently a member of several acclaimed medical associations, including the California Dental Society.
Dr. Tara Mavadat was always passionate about dentistry and is committed to helping patients achieve excellent oral health and beautiful smiles that last long. Having earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of the Pacific Dugoni School of Dentistry, she focuses on comprehensive general dentistry with an emphasis on preventive dentistry. Her primary goals are to provide comfort and quality as well as exceptional esthetic outcomes to every patient.
Dr. Ivan Chan is enthusiastic about dentistry and his patients' oral health and is dedicated to providing compassionate and effective care. He is a highly skilled dentist who received his undergraduate degree from the University of California, San Diego. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at the University of California, San Francisco School of Dentistry.
Dr. Chan has extensive training in general dentistry. He focuses on creating lasting smiles while attempting to prevent gum disease and cavities. He looks forward to assisting you with all your needs while assuring you that your trust is always in good hands, regardless of your needs!
With over 28 years of experience and service, Dr. Mungcal makes it his responsibility to be the best version of himself by being his patients’ go-to point for any and all dental concerns. In addition to being meticulous in his work ethic, he is also an individual who understands development and change. He updates and informs himself constantly through various continuous educational programs that he undertakes. He also invests in the latest state-of-the-art technology to provide world-class dental services.
Dr. Mungcal graduated from UCLA and the University of the Pacific Dental School and is presently a member of several acclaimed medical associations, including the California Dental Society.
Dr. Tara Mavadat was always passionate about dentistry and is committed to helping patients achieve excellent oral health and beautiful smiles that last long. Having earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of the Pacific Dugoni School of Dentistry, she focuses on comprehensive general dentistry with an emphasis on preventive dentistry. Her primary goals are to provide comfort and quality as well as exceptional esthetic outcomes to every patient.
Dr. Ivan Chan is enthusiastic about dentistry and his patients' oral health and is dedicated to providing compassionate and effective care. He is a highly skilled dentist who received his undergraduate degree from the University of California, San Diego. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at the University of California, San Francisco School of Dentistry.
Dr. Chan has extensive training in general dentistry. He focuses on creating lasting smiles while attempting to prevent gum disease and cavities. He looks forward to assisting you with all your needs while assuring you that your trust is always in good hands, regardless of your needs!