It's the first question almost everyone asks, and it deserves a straight answer rather than reassurance. For most people, getting porcelain veneers is far more comfortable than they imagine, often requiring little or no anesthesia, because so little tooth structure is involved.
What the procedure actually involves
A veneer is a thin shell of porcelain bonded to the front of a tooth. Preparing the tooth means removing a very small amount of enamel, typically less than a millimeter. Because enamel has no nerves, this step is usually painless on its own.
Visit one: design and preparation
At Sola Dental Spa, the first visit is unhurried by design. We discuss the result you want, take digital impressions, and prepare the teeth. Numbing is available and used whenever it adds comfort.
Visit two: the bond and the reveal
The second visit is when the hand-finished porcelain is bonded into place. This step is largely sensation-free, and the result is immediate.
What about afterward?
Mild sensitivity to hot and cold for a few days is normal and fades on its own. If a throbbing or lasting ache appears, that's worth a call.