Salt Lake Prosthodontics

Dr. Darren Goring D.D.S.

Veneers

A healthy, attractive smile makes a great first impression and adds a youthful glow to a person’s appearance. If you are unhappy with your smile, porcelain veneers at Salt Lake Prosthodontics can help. Veneers are a thin layer of porcelain that are bonded to the front surfaces of teeth to hide discoloration and chips, and fill noticeable gaps between teeth. With advanced training in cosmetic and prosthetic dentistry, Dr. Goring has the know-how and confidence to suggest the best treatment to enhance the look of your smile.

We invite you to learn more about how your smile could benefit from the placement of porcelain veneers by contacting Salt Lake Prosthodontics today.

Why Choose Veneers?

There are many reasons why a person may want to change the appearance of their teeth. Porcelain veneers are a versatile option to enhance your smile. Specifically, veneers can be used to correct these common problems:

Spaces between the teeth
Broken or chipped teeth
Dark, yellow, or stained teeth
Misshapen or crooked teeth
Small holes or pits in teeth
Uneven or undersized teeth

Am I a Candidate for Veneers?

Porcelain veneers are the right choice for many patients. However, there are certain underlying conditions that may prevent patients from receiving veneers. Patients must not have any decay, active gum disease or weakened teeth. Additionally, patients must have an adequate amount of enamel on their teeth. These issues can prevent patients from receiving veneers since the veneer will not be able to properly bond to the prepared tooth. Patients that clench or grind their teeth at night are also not typically candidates for veneers.

What is the Process of Getting Veneers?

At Salt Lake Prosthodontics Dr. Goring can place porcelain veneers in two to three appointments. These appointments will include:

Diagnosis and Treatment Planning

During this initial appointment, Dr. Goring will examine your teeth and determine if dental veneers are the appropriate solution. Dr. Goring will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the procedure. This will allow you the chance to have an active role in designing and discussing the process moving forward.

Preparation

At the second appointment, Dr. Goring will lightly reduce the surface of your tooth to allow space for the veneer. The buffing typically reduces the tooth by approximately one half of a millimeter. Next, Dr. Goring will take an impression and send it to the lab. If the patient prefers, Dr. Goring can place temporary veneers until the lab has manufactured their new veneers. In about 1 to 2 weeks the custom veneers are ready for placement.

Bonding

At the third appointment, Dr. Goring will try in the new veneers with water or a try-in paste. This is to determine that they are appropriate in fit and color next to your other teeth. At this point, the color of the veneer can still be adjusted by changing the shade of the cement used to adhere it. After the color is finalized, Dr. Goring will bond the veneer to the tooth using special cement.

How to take care of your veneers after they’re placed

Once the veneers are cemented on and any anesthetics wear off, you can eat and chew as you normally would. While the anesthetic is wearing off, be conscious of not chewing on your cheeks or tongue.

Traditional porcelain veneers typically last between 10 and 15 years, and no-prep veneers last around 5 to 7 years. Taking certain precautions can help make sure that you get the longest lifespan out of them possible. These precautions include:

Don’t chew on hard objects like pens, ice, or your finger nails.
Never use your teeth to open packaging or condiment packages.
Try not to chew with your front teeth. Eat harder foods with your back teeth only; cut up hard foods so that this is possible.
If you grind or clench your teeth at night Dr. Goring will likely recommend a night guard
If playing sports, you must wear a mouth guard.

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Kayla Ju

19:35 01 Aug 20

Dr Goring and staff were extremely helpful and prompt in helping me with my partial prosthesis. They were very thorough in their diagnosis and in following the plan to accomplish this service for me in the mists of COVID. I highly recommend Salt Lake Prosthodontics for your prosthesis needs. Kayla Ju

Gary Mecham

00:59 01 Feb 20

Dr. Goring is great,, I highly recommend him. My old dentures were terrible so he made new lower dentures and adjusted my upper plate. I no longer bite my lip and cheek and I am now having him make new upper plate to get one that fits my mouth and hopefully will allow me to talk more normally.

Sherry Higley

16:37 31 Oct 19

One of my favorite places. Staff is like family and friends. Always on time. I take their word for my dental health.

Sherry Dyer

20:36 07 Oct 19

I have been a patient of Salt Lake Prosthodontics for many years and can say that Dr. Goring is an outstanding addition to the practice. He was recently given the daunting task of doing a full restoration of my smile. He is not only a perfectionist, but also terribly patient. I couldn't be happier with the end result!!

Talk-SLC

22:43 01 May 19

Dr. Goring and his staff offer top-notch professionalism in a warm, friendly atmosphere. I was a little anxious, and Dr. Goring explained my problem and various solutions in clear terms, which empowered me to make decisions. He clearly cares about his patents’ wellbeing. Dr. Goring is highly skilled with meticulous attention to detail. Dr. Goring’s level of knowledge and experience were comforting to this nervous patent. I now have a good-looking smile--and can eat and talk with comfort. Highly recommended! Thank you, Dr Goring!

Jeanette Goodman

14:33 12 Apr 19

Dr. Goring was an excellent choice for me. He was concerned throughout the process that my dental needs and the quality of care for me as a patient were met. His staff is also five star. I cannot thank you'all enough for the care and attention to the details for my dental work.Jeanette Goodman

Katherine Sangroniz

17:27 06 Dec 18

Dr Goring is great technically, professionally and ethically. He understands the dynamics as well as aesthetics of teeth. He will give you teeth that function as well as look great. He places the patient's well being above all else. He wants you to be both well and happy, even if it takes extra effort on his part. I've been searching for someone like him for 63 years because of the many dental problems I've had. He is the best of all the dentists and prosthodontists I have ever dealt with. His staff is also the best: professional, kind, clean

lori christiansen

20:26 26 Sep 18

I just finished my treatment at Salt Lake Prosthodontics, Dr. Goring is a professional and a perfectionist! I am very pleased with my work and I would recommend him to everyone. His staff is great also.

Lacey Anderson

21:27 30 Jul 18

Dr. Hiring is a fantastic prostedontist! He and his staff are always willing to go the extra mile to make sure you are comfortable in your teeth!

Philip Gibson

16:30 27 Jun 18

I have known Dr. Lee for over forty years. I consider myself fortunate to be in his care. I am new to Dr. Goring but I trust that Dr. Lee has brought someone equal to his ability in to the practice. If you are looking for quality Dental care and personalized attention you will go no further than this practice.

Kaytee Lucherini

15:40 26 Jun 18

Dr. Goring is by far the best dental practitioner I have been to. He genuinely cares about his patients. My tooth fell out the week of my wedding, and he fit me into to his schedule at 9 am the next morning to make sure I was taken care of. He did an incredible job on my teeth. My crown looks stunning. Highly recommend. -Kaytee

anne fuller

15:04 21 May 18

I have been the recipient of Dr Lee's wonderful care for over 25 years. So I was worried when he cut down the time he spent working. I need not have worried. Dr Goring is a young enthusiastic prosthodontist who has a great demeanor and a fresh approach to my dental problems. I would highly recommend him.

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