Below is a clear, step-by-step breakdown of how veneers are planned, created, and placed in our Beverly Hills practice.
Your transformation begins with a conversation. Dr. Naysan examines your teeth, reviews your goals, and evaluates bite mechanics, tooth proportions, and gum health. He also photographs your smile from several angles, which helps inform the design. This stage sets expectations. Some patients need minor adjustments. Others require a combination of veneers and supportive treatments such as whitening, contouring, or implants. The goal is a plan that feels natural to your facial features, not one that forces a dramatic change for the sake of it. What happens at this visit:
Many patients say this is the moment their anxiety drops. Once they understand the path forward, the process becomes much easier to visualize.
Using the photos and measurements gathered during your consultation, our team builds a digital blueprint of your future smile. This includes tooth shape, length, symmetry, shade, and how the veneers will enhance your natural anatomy. Digital planning ensures predictable, realistic results. Nothing is rushed. Nothing is chosen at random. Every detail is considered before enamel is touched. Why this matters:
Designing veneers is part science, part artistry. Dr. Naysan works closely with top Beverly Hills ceramists who specialize in lifelike porcelain work.
Most patients require minimal enamel reshaping to ensure the veneers sit flush and natural. The amount removed is very small, often less than a millimeter. This step allows the veneer to bond securely and prevents a bulky look. Local anesthetic is available, though many patients find this part surprisingly comfortable. During this visit:
Your temporaries will not match the exact final shade or translucency, but they give you a sense of shape, proportion, and overall feel.
You will wear temporaries for one to two weeks while your porcelain veneers are crafted. This stage is an important part of the process. Why it matters:
If something feels slightly off, you simply let us know. Those refinements are sent to the ceramist before the final veneers are completed.
While you wear your temporaries, your permanent veneers are sculpted by a master ceramist. Each layer of porcelain is built by hand, which creates the natural translucency and subtle shading that mimic real enamel.
This craftsmanship is a large part of what sets Beverly Hills cosmetic dentistry apart. It is also why the final result looks seamless instead of artificial.
Once your veneers return from the lab, you come in for your placement appointment. Each veneer is tried in without bonding first so you can see the shade and shape before anything becomes permanent. When you approve the look, the teeth are cleaned and conditioned for bonding. The veneers are then secured with a strong dental adhesive and cured with a specialized light. During this appointment:
You leave this visit with your full, finished smile.
A quick follow-up appointment ensures your veneers remain comfortable and aligned with your bite. Small adjustments can be made if needed.
This visit also protects the long-term success of your restorations. Most patients complete this final step one to two weeks after placement.
A typical veneers case takes about two to three weeks from consultation to final placement. Complex cases involving implants or gum work may take longer. A full smile design with ten to twenty veneers typically follows this timeline:
Veneers don’t require a complicated routine, but the right habits will keep them looking beautiful and functioning properly for many years. Most patients adjust quickly, and the maintenance feels very similar to caring for natural teeth.
Brush twice a day with a soft-bristled toothbrush and a non-abrasive toothpaste. This protects both your veneers and the enamel around them. Flossing daily keeps the gumline healthy and prevents plaque buildup that could affect the edges of your veneers.
Porcelain is strong, but it isn’t indestructible. Avoid biting directly into very hard foods like ice, hard candies, or uncut apples. These habits protect the porcelain from cracking and help your veneers last longer.
Plan on returning every six months for professional cleanings and checkups. These visits allow Dr. Naysan and the BDG team to monitor your bite, polish your veneers, and ensure the gumline stays healthy. Routine maintenance is one of the most reliable ways to extend the lifespan of your veneers.
While porcelain veneers resist stains, the natural teeth around them and the bonding cement can discolor over time. Limiting coffee, tea, red wine, and tobacco helps maintain a consistent shade across your entire smile. If whitening is ever needed, BDG can brighten the surrounding teeth without affecting the veneers.
Plan on returning every six months for professional cleanings and checkups. These visits allow Dr. Naysan and the BDG team to monitor your bite, polish your veneers, and ensure the gumline stays healthy. Routine maintenance is one of the most reliable ways to extend the lifespan of your veneers.
It’s normal for veneers to feel slightly different during the first few days, but discomfort, looseness, or changes in bite alignment should be checked promptly. Early evaluation prevents small issues from becoming larger ones.
