Veneers in San Diego, CA
All-Porcelain Veneers for a Smile That Lasts
- Superior aesthetics, durability, and adhesion
- Experienced cosmetic dentist since 1985
- Free consultations with financing available
Porcelain-Only for Superior Results
While many dental offices offer composite resin veneers as a budget option, Dr. Daniel Stragier exclusively uses porcelain because it delivers superior aesthetics, durability, and strength of adhesion. Porcelain veneers last roughly twice as long as composite, resist staining, and produce a translucency that closely matches natural teeth. Our San Diego patients deserve results that look great today and hold up for years to come.
Honest Recommendations, No Upselling
Dr. Stragier treats every patient as an equal partner in their care. He takes time during a free consultation to understand your goals, explain your options, and ensure your expectations are met before any work begins. If porcelain veneers can address your concerns, he will not try to push a more expensive procedure. That straightforward approach is why patients have trusted our dentist in San Diego, CA, since 1985.
Affordable Veneers With Financing Options
Cost is the most common concern patients have about veneers, and we understand. Our veneer pricing is typically lower than comparable San Diego dental offices, with individual porcelain veneers starting at approximately $1,200. For patients who need help managing costs, we offer financing through CareCredit®. Dr. Stragier will provide a transparent cost estimate during your free consultation so there are no surprises before any work begins.
Veneers are an excellent cosmetic solution to improve the appearance of teeth that are:
The smallest chip can affect the balance and symmetry of your entire smile. By correcting chips, dental veneers can restore your smile.
Slightly misaligned teeth can be concealed with veneers, but advanced misalignment may be better addressed with Invisalign®.
If your teeth are far apart, dental veneers can fill in gaps and eliminate the need for braces or other orthodontic treatment options.
Veneers can treat teeth that are permanently discolored or have deep intrinsic stains that whitening cannot address.
Dr. Stragier can also use porcelain to enhance the size and shape of small or misshapen teeth, creating a more symmetrical smile.
Why We Prefer Porcelain
Other dentists offer composite resin veneers as an alternative to porcelain. Resin is sometimes promoted based on its relatively lower price, the fact that the treatment is reversible, and that the treatment is faster. However, we deeply believe that these pros do not outweigh the cons of composite resin. Our San Diego patients deserve the best, which is why we only provide porcelain veneers.
Composite veneers last just five to seven years, about half as long as porcelain veneers. A major reason for their shorter lifespan is that resin is significantly more prone to damage than porcelain. Porcelain veneers are also less likely to stain and do not require the polishing that composites need to look natural. Finally, porcelain veneers can take care of more significant issues than their resin-based alternative.
How Much Do
Veneers Cost?
The total treatment cost will vary based on each patient's unique goals and needs, but a single porcelain veneer costs approximately $1,200 to $1,300.
Because the procedure is a form of cosmetic dentistry, it is not covered by dental insurance. However, Balboa Dental Care offers financing options to make dental veneers an affordable option on virtually any budget. We will provide you with a transparent cost estimate for your porcelain veneers during your visit to our San Diego practice.
Porcelain veneers cost approximately $1,200 to $1,300 per veneer.
Are They Worth
The Investment?
If small imperfections are giving you big insecurities, the answer is yes! Veneers can be an invaluable investment in your appearance and self-confidence. Veneers are one of the most natural-looking and transformative procedures available in cosmetic dentistry, and the results can last 10 years or more. Whether you are correcting a single chipped tooth or several teeth, veneers can help you feel great about letting your personality shine, and that's priceless.
Veneers are custom-made for each of our patients, and most people are good candidates. Before performing any cosmetic treatment, Dr. Stragier will assess several aspects of your smile:
Oral Health
A healthy smile is essential to the long-term success of your cosmetic treatment. During your consultation, Dr. Stragier will assess the health of your teeth and gums. If he notices any oral health issues, he can treat these before moving forward with your porcelain veneers. Dr. Stragier can perform most procedures right here at our San Diego office.
Tooth Enamel
Aside from being free of any tooth decay or gum disease, the most important qualification is a sufficient amount of enamel on the natural tooth. To place veneers, the cosmetic dentist needs to remove a small amount of enamel. If you do not have enough enamel, Dr. Stragier might recommend an alternative procedure like dental bonding to achieve similar results.
Overall Expectations
Before placing porcelain veneers, Dr. Stragier will also meet with you to discuss your expectations. Although veneers can deliver life-changing results, they require regular care and will eventually need to be replaced with new veneers. During your consultation, you and Dr. Stragier will discuss the treatment in detail to help you make an informed decision.
The Veneers Procedure
The entire process takes place during two or three dental visits to our San Diego office.
Is the Process of
Getting Veneers Painful?
Although most patients can complete the treatment with local anesthesia alone, patients with sensitive teeth or dental phobia can choose to receive sedation during their procedure. Sedation dentistry is safe and effective, allowing you to undergo your veneer treatment with ease. This can help you relax during what might otherwise be a stressful appointment. Dr. Stragier offers two types of sedation: nitrous oxide and oral conscious sedation.
Nitrous oxide is frequently referred to as laughing gas. This mild option wears off fast and has essentially zero side effects. Our oral conscious sedation is an ingestible medication that provides a deep level of relaxation. Its powerful effects will render you unable to drive, meaning you will need a loved one to take you home.
Recovery Is Easy
You can go home immediately after having your veneers placed. Once the anesthetic wears off, you can eat and live just like you normally would. The biggest immediate change you should experience is a heightened desire to show off your new smile.
Some patients do experience temporary sensitivity to food and beverages that are too hot or cold, but this sensitivity should quickly subside. If you are worried about struggling with oral sensitivity, ask Dr. Stragier to recommend an effective over-the-counter pain medication.
See The Difference For Yourself
We Offer a Wide
Range of Cosmetic
Dentistry Options
It is important to note that the veneers procedure is irreversible since it requires some permanent alterations to your tooth structure. If you want a simpler cosmetic dentistry treatment, we may be able to reach your goals with other options.
Teeth whitening, while only effective for surface stains, is an effective and affordable solution for discoloration. Dental bonding is a veneers alternative that involves applying tooth-colored resin directly onto your enamel to conceal imperfections. Although bonding is an affordable and effective solution, the results tend not to look as natural as veneers.
Advanced Options
In addition to simpler alternatives, our team provides more advanced offerings like dental crowns and dental implants.
A dental crown is a cap that covers an entire tooth, not just the front surface like veneers. If you are seeking cosmetic treatment for teeth that are mostly intact, veneers should do the trick. However, crowns may be the better option for teeth that are very damaged. The dental crown procedure is also more invasive than the veneer procedure, because crowns require a greater amount of tooth enamel removal.
A dental implant is an artificial tooth root that is surgically implanted to replace a missing tooth. Implants are significantly more costly than veneers and are not necessary if you are just seeking aesthetic enhancement for healthy teeth. That being said, implants provide the highest level of restoration possible. Implants could be the right choice if you want a comprehensive oral upgrade that prevents future issues.
Our Practice Makes Your Comfort a Priority
Balboa Dental Care is dedicated to providing you with superior service, gentle treatment, and honest communication. If there is anything we can do to help you feel more comfortable, do not hesitate to ask a member of our friendly team. If you are thinking of upgrading your smile with veneers, don't settle for anything less than the best. Schedule your appointment at our San Diego, CA, practice today.
