Chips, stains, gaps or worn teeth holding you back? Veneers and composite bonding can transform your smile — and when a prosthodontist does the work, the results look natural, not artificial or bulky.
Ultra-thin ceramic shells bonded to the front of your teeth — correcting chips, stains, gaps, misalignment and worn edges for 10–20+ years.
The goal is always to preserve as much natural enamel as possible. Minimal-prep veneers require only slight reshaping; no-prep veneers bond directly to healthy enamel with zero reduction — often without anesthesia. What makes them look natural is the specialist’s eye:
Tooth-colored resin sculpted directly onto the tooth, shaped to blend seamlessly, and polished smooth — all in about an hour.
Think of bonding as the conservative, reversible alternative to veneers for minor improvements. Many patients start with bonding on one or two teeth, then choose veneers later for a more comprehensive transformation.
Both deliver beautiful results when done well. The right choice depends on your goals, timeline and budget.
Will they look natural? Will they suit my face? Digital Smile Design answers those questions before we touch your teeth:
Comfort is standard throughout: digital impressions (no goopy trays), minimal tooth preparation, and nitrous oxide sedation if you want it.
From evaluation to final polish, the process is designed for predictability and comfort.
Photos, goals, and a full assessment of teeth, bite and smile aesthetics — including whether veneers, bonding or a combination fits best.
An intraoral scan (no gagging) and your Digital Smile Design preview — complete control over the final look.
For veneers: minimal (or zero) preparation and final impressions for the lab ceramist. For bonding: often completed the very same day.
Veneers bonded with advanced adhesive techniques; bonding sculpted and polished to blend seamlessly. Prosthodontist precision ensures fit, function and aesthetics that last.
Veneers are thin porcelain shells custom-made in a dental lab and permanently bonded to your teeth; bonding is tooth-colored resin sculpted directly on the tooth in a single visit. Veneers are more durable, stain-resistant and long-lasting; bonding is faster and more affordable for minor fixes.
With proper care, 10–20 years or longer. Good hygiene, regular visits, and a nightguard if you grind are the keys — and prosthodontist-level fit, bite alignment and materials are what push veneers toward the long end of that range.
Semi-permanent — typically 3–7 years before touch-ups or replacement, since composite can stain and chip with heavy use. It’s a great affordable, reversible option for small fixes, and easy to upgrade to veneers when it shows wear.
No. Most patients feel little to no discomfort. If preparation is needed you’re numbed; minimal-prep and no-prep veneers often need no anesthesia at all. Mild sensitivity for a few days after placement resolves quickly.
Yes — Digital Smile Design shows you shade, shape, length and proportions before any work begins. You request adjustments and approve the design first, which removes the uncertainty most patients worry about.
It depends on your goals: some patients improve 2–4 specific teeth, others do 6–10 upper front teeth for a full transformation. Dr. Yoon recommends the number that achieves a balanced, natural result — sometimes upper teeth alone are enough.
Done correctly by a prosthodontist, veneers preserve and protect teeth — minimal-prep and no-prep techniques keep enamel intact, and the porcelain actually shields against wear and staining. Problems come from inexperienced providers removing too much tooth structure.
Ask: how long should the result last (veneers win), is this a minor fix or a transformation (bonding for minor), what’s the budget (bonding is friendlier), and do I want stain resistance (veneers). Dr. Yoon walks through the trade-offs honestly at your consultation.
Designed by a prosthodontist with an artistic eye, veneers look so natural most people won’t realize you have them — matched to your facial proportions, skin tone and natural tooth character. Friends usually assume you just whitened your teeth.
22030 7th Ave South #100
Des Moines, WA 98198
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| Tuesday | 8:00 am – 3:30 pm |
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| Thursday | 8:30 am – 4:00 pm |
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4215 198th Street SouthWest #205
Lynnwood, WA 98036
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| Monday | Closed |
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| Wednesday | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
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Book your veneers or bonding consultation — a Digital Smile Design preview shows your result before we touch a single tooth.
