Smile With Confidence
Chips, gaps, and worn edges are some of the most common reasons people cover their mouth in photos. Dental bonding and porcelain veneers can correct them with results that match your natural teeth. Your dentist will recommend the option that changes your tooth the least while still reaching your goal.
Only the Treatment You Need
Conservative dentistry puts your natural tooth first. Your dentist recommends the least invasive treatment that reaches your goal, which protects your enamel for the long term. A small chip usually calls for a small fix, and that's what we'll tell you. If whitening or teeth straightening would get you closer to the smile you want, we'll explain how each one fits in.
Veneers Designed in 3D
Careful planning is what makes veneers look natural. An digital scan creates a detailed 3D model of your teeth and bite, and your dentist designs each veneer from that model so it fits your smile comfortably. You'll see the plan on screen and have time to ask questions before treatment begins.
Natural Up Close and in Photos
Every restoration is made to blend in with the teeth beside it. Bonding resin is colour matched, sculpted, and polished directly on your tooth. Porcelain veneers have a natural translucency that reflects light the way enamel does. Shape and length are adjusted to suit your face, giving you a smile that feels like your own in the mirror and in photos.
Choosing Your Best Option
Bonding and veneers can both transform how your front teeth look. These four questions usually point to the right choice:
- How big is the change? Bonding handles small repairs well, like chipped corners, minor gaps, and uneven edges. Veneers suit larger changes in shape, size, or colour across several teeth.
- How much tooth will be changed? Bonding needs little or no enamel removed. Veneers usually need a thin layer of enamel removed so they sit flush, which makes them a permanent commitment.
- How long should it last? Porcelain keeps its colour and finish for many years with good care. Bonding may stain or wear over time and need a polish or a repair, which is quick and simple.
- How many visits fit your schedule? Bonding is usually done in one visit. Veneers take a few appointments from planning to placement.
Your dentist will walk you through each answer for your own teeth, along with the fees for each option.
Why Whitening Comes First
Your restorations are matched to the shade of your teeth when they're placed. Whitening lightens natural enamel only, so bonding and porcelain stay the same colour.
- If you want lighter teeth overall, whitening first gives us your new shade to match
- Doing it in this order keeps your smile even when a few teeth have restorations and the rest don't
- Your dentist will help you decide whether whitening is worth adding to your plan
Is Cosmetic Dentistry Right for You?
The best candidates have healthy teeth and gums and a specific concern they'd like to fix. Patients at LIV often come in about:
- A chip from a fall, sport, or hard food: Bonding can often rebuild the edge in one appointment, so the tooth looks whole again.
- Spaces between teeth: Minor gaps can be closed with bonding. Wider spaces may be better suited to veneers or Invisalign.
- Worn or uneven edges: Grinding and time can shorten teeth. Rebuilding the edges brings back balance and length.
- Discolouration that bleaching won't touch: Deep or internal staining can be covered with bonding or porcelain.
- Old cosmetic work that no longer matches: Dull or stained bonding can be replaced so your smile looks consistent again.
Any decay or gum inflammation is treated first, since cosmetic work lasts longest on a healthy base.
We've got you covered
We work with all providers and follow Ontario's fee guide at both locations, so there are never any surprise costs. Give us a call or book online and we'll happily sort out the details with you.
Your Cosmetic Visit, Step by Step
Your Consultation
Tell us what you'd like to change and what you've been noticing. Your dentist checks your teeth and gums, explains your options in plain language, and reviews fees with you before anything is scheduled.
Digital Planning
If veneers are the right fit, a digital scan captures a 3D model of your teeth. Your dentist plans each veneer's shape and size from the model. For bonding, we pick a shade that matches your teeth.
Comfort Throughout
Bonding often needs little or no freezing. If freezing is used, topical numbing gel is applied first. We check in often, and you can ask for a break at any time.
Treatment Day
Bonding is shaped, set with a curing light, and polished in a single visit. Veneers are bonded to your teeth once they're ready, and your dentist fine-tunes the fit and checks your bite.
Looking After Your New Smile
Daily brushing and flossing and regular hygiene visits keep bonding and veneers looking good. If you clench or grind, a custom nightguard can help protect them. We'll check your restorations at every visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the main difference between bonding and veneers?
Is getting veneers painful?
Can I get bonding done in one appointment?
Will bonding or veneers stain?
Should I whiten my teeth before getting veneers or bonding?
How do I know veneers are the right choice for me?
Can veneers be removed later?
How long will my veneers last?
Is cosmetic dentistry covered by dental insurance?
Can I have cosmetic work done if I have gum problems?
We would love to meet you
Whether you're looking for a new dental home, coming back after a while away, or just finally ready to book that appointment, we're here, and we'd love to welcome you. New patients are always welcome at both locations. Book online or give us a call, we'll take great care of you.