Transform chips, gaps, stains, or worn edges with custom dental veneers at iSmile Dental in Langley. Veneers are thin shells of porcelain or composite resin bonded to the front of your teeth — a conservative cosmetic treatment that gives you a natural-looking, even smile in as few as two visits. Veneers are one of the most popular treatments in our cosmetic dentistry program.
Porcelain veneers are custom-fabricated in a dental lab from high-quality ceramic. They resist staining better, mimic the translucency of natural enamel, and typically last 10–15+ years.
Composite veneers are sculpted directly onto your tooth in a single visit. They cost less, can usually be repaired chairside, but generally last 5–7 years and are more prone to staining over time.
Which is right for you depends on your goals, budget, and the condition of your teeth. We’ll walk you through the trade-offs at your consultation.
Veneers work best on healthy teeth and gums. Before we plan them, we check for decay, gum inflammation and bite problems, because those need to be treated first for veneers to last. If you clench or grind, we’ll talk about protecting your new smile with a night guard. If your teeth are very crowded, aligning them first with Invisalign may mean fewer veneers or less enamel removal.
Anxious about dental work? We offer sedation options to keep you comfortable.
Veneers need the same daily care as natural teeth. Brush twice a day with a non-abrasive toothpaste, floss daily, and keep up with regular checkups so we can check the edges of each veneer and the gums around them. Avoid using your teeth to open packages or bite fingernails, ice or pens, since sudden force can chip porcelain. Coffee, tea and red wine won’t stain porcelain the way they stain natural enamel, but composite veneers can pick up stains over time, so rinsing after dark drinks helps.
Porcelain veneers typically last 10–15 years and often longer with good care: avoid biting hard objects, wear a night guard if you grind your teeth, brush and floss daily, and keep up with regular cleanings. Composite veneers last 5–7 years on average.
Composite veneers run roughly $400–$900 per tooth. Porcelain veneers typically range $1,200–$2,200 per tooth. Most patients do 6–10 teeth (the visible “smile zone”). We offer payment plans to spread the cost over 12 or 24 months. Because veneers are usually cosmetic, insurance rarely covers them; we’ll tell you upfront what may be covered.
If your only concern is colour, teeth whitening may give you what you want for far less. If teeth are crowded or significantly misaligned, Invisalign followed by whitening can be a more conservative path. For severely damaged teeth, dental crowns may be more appropriate. We’ll recommend the simplest treatment that gets you the result you want.
Our clinic at 112-6375 202nd Street welcomes patients from Willowbrook, Walnut Grove, Murrayville, Brookswood and Cloverdale, with Saturday appointments from 9 AM to 4 PM. Visit our Langley dental clinic homepage to learn more about our team.
No — done well, modern veneers remove minimal enamel. Composite veneers are sometimes done with no removal at all. Your teeth stay healthy underneath and can be re-veneered later if needed.
Rarely, but it can happen with trauma or aggressive biting. If a veneer comes off, save it and call us — we can usually re-bond it.
Composite veneers are largely reversible. Porcelain veneers involve some enamel removal, so they’re considered permanent — once you have them, you’ll need them.
Not when designed properly. We match shade, translucency, and shape to your face and natural teeth. The goal is a smile that looks like an excellent version of your own.
Most cosmetic cases use 6–10 veneers across the upper “smile zone.” Some patients only need 2–4 for specific issues. We’ll recommend the minimum that achieves your goal.
Call 604-510-3232 or book online. The first visit is free and includes a 3D smile preview.
