Porcelain veneers offer one of the most dramatic and lasting cosmetic transformations in dentistry. At Lifetime Smiles Bellevue, Dr. Michael Beke creates custom veneers that correct chips, gaps, discoloration, and minor misalignment—delivering a beautiful, natural-looking smile that enhances your confidence and complements your unique features. With nearly 20 years of experience and a commitment to quality craftsmanship, Dr. Beke ensures every veneer is precisely designed to meet your aesthetic goals while maintaining optimal function and durability.
The key to beautiful veneers is creating results that look naturally yours, not obviously artificial. Dr. Beke works closely with skilled laboratory technicians to match your desired shade, shape, and translucency, ensuring your veneers blend seamlessly with your facial features. We avoid the overly bright, unnaturally perfect look, instead creating smiles that appear enhanced but never fake.
Every veneer we create receives meticulous attention to detail throughout the entire process. From initial preparation to final bonding, Dr. Beke’s precise technique and strong relationships with experienced dental laboratory technicians ensure your veneers fit perfectly, feel comfortable, and deliver the beautiful, long-lasting results you expect from a quality cosmetic investment.
Porcelain veneers are thin, custom-made shells of dental ceramic that bond to the front surface of your teeth. These restorations are designed to improve the color, shape, size, and overall appearance of your smile while maintaining a natural look and feel. Veneers are an excellent solution for addressing multiple cosmetic concerns simultaneously, offering a conservative approach compared to crowns while providing remarkable aesthetic transformation.
The porcelain material used in veneers is highly durable, stain-resistant, and mimics the light-reflecting properties of natural tooth enamel. This means your veneers will maintain their beautiful appearance for many years with proper care. At Lifetime Smiles Bellevue, we use premium materials and proven techniques to ensure your veneers are both gorgeous and long-lasting.
Understanding what to expect during your veneer journey helps you feel confident and prepared. At Lifetime Smiles Bellevue, we’ve refined our veneer process to be efficient, comfortable, and focused on delivering results that exceed your expectations. Most patients complete their veneer transformation in just two appointments, with minimal discomfort and maximum impact.
Your first visit involves a thorough consultation where Dr. Beke evaluates your teeth, discusses your aesthetic goals, and designs a customized treatment plan. He’ll prepare your teeth by gently removing a thin layer of enamel—typically less than a millimeter—to create space for the veneers. Digital impressions are taken and sent to our trusted laboratory technicians, who craft your custom veneers with meticulous precision. You’ll leave with temporary veneers that protect your teeth and give you a preview of your new smile.
Choosing the right dentist for porcelain veneers is crucial to achieving beautiful, natural-looking results. Dr. Beke’s nearly 20 years of experience, Academy of General Dentistry Fellowship, and commitment to quality craftsmanship ensure your veneers are created and placed with the highest level of precision and care. Our hundreds of five-star reviews reflect our patients’ satisfaction with both their results and their experience at our practice.
Dr. Beke uses proven, evidence-based techniques backed by current research and years of successful outcomes. His conservative approach preserves as much natural tooth structure as possible while achieving optimal aesthetic results, ensuring the long-term health of your teeth.
We work exclusively with experienced dental laboratory technicians who share our commitment to quality. These partnerships ensure every veneer is crafted with exceptional attention to detail, resulting in restorations that look natural, fit perfectly, and last for years.
From consultation through final placement, you’ll receive individualized attention and clear communication about every step of the process. We take time to understand your goals, answer your questions, and ensure you’re completely satisfied with your new smile.
Schedule your appointment today and experience personalized dental care that puts your comfort first. Healthy teeth. Confident you.
Considering porcelain veneers is a significant decision, and it’s natural to have questions about the process, longevity, and care requirements. Here are answers to the most common questions our Bellevue patients ask about veneers. If you have additional concerns, Dr. Beke is happy to provide detailed, honest answers during your consultation.
Veneers can correct minor to moderate alignment issues and create the appearance of a straighter smile without orthodontics. However, if you have severely crooked teeth or significant bite problems, Dr. Beke may recommend Invisalign or traditional orthodontics first to achieve optimal results and long-term oral health. During your consultation, he’ll evaluate your specific situation and recommend the best treatment approach—whether that’s veneers alone, orthodontics alone, or a combination of both for a comprehensive smile transformation.
Porcelain veneers are custom-fabricated in a dental laboratory from high-quality ceramic material, offering superior durability, stain resistance, and a more natural translucent appearance that lasts 10-15+ years. Composite bonding is applied directly to teeth in a single visit using tooth-colored resin, making it faster and less expensive but also more prone to staining and chipping over time, typically lasting 5-7 years. Dr. Beke will help you decide which option best fits your goals, budget, and timeline during your consultation.
While porcelain veneers are highly durable and long-lasting, they are not permanent and may need replacement after 10-15 years or longer depending on wear and care. Factors that affect veneer longevity include oral hygiene habits, teeth grinding (which can be managed with a nightguard), and avoiding excessive force on veneers. When replacement is eventually needed, the process is straightforward—Dr. Beke will remove the old veneers and create new ones using the same proven techniques. Many patients find that the dramatic improvement in their smile and confidence makes veneers a worthwhile long-term investment.
Lifetime Smiles offers dental services including general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, family dentistry, sedation dentistry and emergency dentistry. Contact our office in Bellevue, WA to schedule your appointment today!
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