Dental Veneers in Wheaton, IL

Q: How long do porcelain veneers last?

With proper care, porcelain veneers typically last 10 to 20 years. Good oral hygiene, regular dental visits, and avoiding habits like ice chewing help maximize their lifespan.

Q: Do veneers look natural?

Yes. Modern porcelain veneers are custom-designed to mimic the translucency, texture, and color of natural tooth enamel. Dr. de la Fuente works closely with you to achieve a result that looks beautiful and authentic.

Q: Are veneers reversible?

Traditional veneers require a small amount of enamel removal, making them a permanent treatment. Minimal-prep veneers may preserve more enamel. Dr. de la Fuente will explain both options during your consultation.

Q: How many veneers do I need?

The number depends on your smile goals. Some patients choose veneers for just a few visible teeth, while others opt for a full set across the smile zone (typically 6 to 10 upper teeth). Dr. de la Fuente will design a plan tailored to your desired outcome.

If you have ever wished you could redesign your smile from scratch, porcelain veneers make it possible. At 20/32 Dental Co. in Wheaton, IL, Dr. de la Fuente creates custom porcelain veneers that correct chips, gaps, discoloration, and uneven teeth in just two visits. The result is a smile that looks naturally beautiful and lasts for years. We design veneers for patients from Wheaton, Glen Ellyn, Carol Stream, and across DuPage County.

What Are Dental Veneers?

Dental veneers are ultra-thin shells of medical-grade porcelain that are permanently bonded to the front surfaces of your teeth. Each veneer is custom-crafted to match the ideal shape, size, and color for your smile. Because porcelain reflects light similarly to natural enamel, veneers look remarkably lifelike.

Veneers are one of the most transformative cosmetic treatments available. They can address multiple concerns at once, including chips, cracks, gaps, stubborn stains that whitening cannot remove, and teeth that are worn, uneven, or slightly misaligned.

What Veneers Can Correct

Chipped or Worn Teeth

Veneers restore the original shape and length of teeth that have been chipped or worn down over time.

Gaps and Spacing

Small to moderate gaps between teeth can be closed with veneers, creating a more uniform, balanced smile without orthodontics.

Severe Discoloration

Intrinsic stains from medications, fluorosis, or trauma that do not respond to whitening can be permanently covered with bright, natural-looking porcelain.

Minor Misalignment

For teeth that are slightly crooked or overlapping, veneers can create the appearance of a straighter smile. More significant alignment issues may benefit from clear aligners first.

The Veneer Process

Step 1: Smile Design Consultation

Dr. de la Fuente discusses your goals, examines your teeth, and may use digital imaging to preview how your new smile will look before any work begins.

Step 2: Tooth Preparation

A thin layer of enamel is gently removed from the front of each tooth to make room for the veneer. Impressions or digital scans are taken and sent to a dental lab where your custom veneers are crafted.

Step 3: Temporary Veneers

While your permanent veneers are being made, temporary veneers protect your prepared teeth and give you a preview of your new smile.

Step 4: Bonding

Once your custom veneers are ready, Dr. de la Fuente checks the fit, shape, and color, makes any final adjustments, and permanently bonds each veneer to your tooth. You leave with a stunning, complete smile.