Veneers in Washington DC

Transform Your Smile with Custom Veneers

Modern Dentistry offers both porcelain and composite veneers to help patients improve the color, shape, size, and appearance of their smiles. Whether you’re looking to repair a single tooth or completely transform your smile, we customize every treatment plan to your goals and budget.

What Can Veneers Correct?

Veneers can improve:

• Chipped or worn teeth
• Discolored teeth that do not respond to whitening
• Gaps between teeth
• Uneven or misshapen teeth
• Minor alignment concerns
• Teeth that appear too short or disproportionate
• Smile asymmetry

Veneers are often used as part of a complete smile makeover and can dramatically improve confidence while maintaining a natural appearance.

Porcelain vs. Composite Veneers

Both porcelain and composite veneers can improve the appearance of your smile, but they serve different purposes.

Porcelain Veneers

• Exceptional aesthetics
• Highly stain resistant
• Long-lasting durability
• Customized in a dental laboratory
• Ideal for comprehensive smile transformations

Composite Veneers

• More conservative treatment
• Typically completed in a single visit
• Lower initial cost
• Easily repaired if needed

During your consultation, we’ll discuss which option is best suited to your goals and budget.

Before & After Gallery (Porcelain Veneers)

Eight porcelain veneers used to transform worn and discolored teeth

Eight porcelain veneers used to hide stained teeth

Six porcelain veneers used to repair worn teeth

Two porcelain veneers used to replace old, discolored restorations.

Four porcelain veneers used to lighten and restore worn front teeth

Six porcelain veneers used to restore worn anterior teeth. This case was done after invisalign treatment

four no-preparation porcelain veneers to restore worn front teeth

Before & After Gallery (Composite Veneers)

Composite veeners used to restore six anterior worn and discolored teeth

Composite veneers used to restore 3 chipped front teeth

Four composite veneers used to restore worn front teeth

Single composite veneer used to restore the shape and color of a lateral incisor

Composite veneers used to replace old veneers and worn teeth

Why Choose Modern Dentistry for Veneers?

Every smile is unique. That’s why we take a personalized approach to veneer treatment.

Our process includes:

• Comprehensive smile evaluation
• Digital photography and treatment planning
• Customized shade and shape selection
• Conservative tooth preparation whenever possible
• High-quality porcelain materials
• Attention to both aesthetics and long-term function

Rather than creating a one-size-fits-all smile, we design veneers that fit your face, smile, and goals.

Meet Your Veneer Dentists

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do porcelain veneers last?

With proper care, porcelain veneers commonly last 10–15 years or longer. Porcelain is highly durable, stain resistant, and designed to withstand the normal forces of chewing and everyday use.

Composite veneers can also provide excellent cosmetic results but typically do not last as long as porcelain veneers. Composite materials are more susceptible to wear, chipping, and staining over time, and may require more maintenance or replacement.

Regular dental visits, good oral hygiene, and avoiding habits such as nail biting or chewing on hard objects can help maximize the lifespan of both porcelain and composite veneers.

Do veneers look natural?

Yes. Modern porcelain and composite materials closely mimic the appearance of natural enamel. Our goal is to create a smile that looks beautiful and natural—not artificial.

Do veneers damage teeth?

Veneers typically require only minimal tooth preparation and sometimes no removal of tooth structure at all. We use a conservative approach whenever possible while ensuring a predictable long-term result.

How many veneers do I need?

The number of veneers needed depends on your individual goals and the condition of your teeth. In some cases, a single veneer can be used to correct discoloration, damage, or shape concerns involving just one tooth.

For patients seeking a more comprehensive smile transformation, we often recommend treating all of the visible teeth in the smile. This commonly involves 6 to 10 veneers on the upper arch and, in some cases, veneers on the lower arch as well.

During your consultation, we will evaluate your smile, discuss your goals, and recommend the number of veneers needed to achieve a natural, balanced result.

Are veneers better than whitening?

Whitening is often the best option for healthy teeth with good shape and alignment. Veneers may be recommended when whitening alone cannot address concerns related to shape, wear, spacing, or discoloration.

Schedule Your Veneers Consultation

If you’re considering porcelain veneers in Washington DC, we invite you to schedule a consultation with Modern Dentistry.