Veneers in Sunnyvale

Discover a Smile That Feels Like You

If you’re self-conscious about chipped teeth, discoloration, or uneven edges when you smile, you’re not alone. At Melko Dental, many of our patients come to us asking about one thing: how to enhance their front teeth. Veneers are one of the most transformative and popular solutions we offer—and for good reason. They provide long-lasting results with a natural, beautiful finish that can make a world of difference in how you see yourself.

Whether you’re preparing for a big life event or simply ready to feel more confident every day, we’ll guide you through the journey with clarity, honesty, and care. You deserve a smile that reflects your personality—and we’re here to help you achieve it.

Why Choose Veneers at Melko Dental?

At Melko Dental, we take a deeply personalized and high-tech approach to veneers. Dr. Melko doesn’t just offer cosmetic enhancements—she partners with you to fully understand your goals, preferences, and concerns. Every smile makeover starts with a thoughtful conversation about what you currently love about your smile and what you’d like to change.

From there, we offer digital smile simulations and photo previews so you can see exactly what your new smile could look like—before we touch a single tooth. We’ll walk you through each option, discuss how much (or how little) tooth structure may need to be adjusted, and tailor a plan that aligns with your lifestyle, budget, and comfort level.

This individualized approach ensures that your veneers don’t just look great—they feel like you.

What Makes Veneers Special?

Porcelain veneers are ultra-thin, custom-crafted shells designed to cover the front surfaces of your teeth. They’re ideal for patients with stained, worn, uneven, or slightly misaligned front teeth who want a natural-looking solution without the commitment of orthodontics or crowns.

Unlike whitening treatments or bonding, veneers offer a permanent color and shape solution—and the level of precision we can achieve with digital planning is unmatched. With today’s technology, we can even create a “try-on smile” in-office using 3D models, so you can experience the transformation in real life before committing.

And while other cosmetic solutions may require multiple rounds of adjustments or years of wear time (like braces), veneers can typically be completed in just a few appointments, giving you a dramatically enhanced smile in a matter of weeks.

The Benefits of Veneers

Veneers offer more than just cosmetic improvement—they enhance your entire experience with your smile. Here’s what patients love most:

Natural-looking results: Crafted from translucent ceramic, veneers mimic the light-reflecting qualities of natural enamel.
Minimally invasive: We preserve as much of your natural tooth as possible during preparation.
Custom shade matching: Your veneers are color-matched to blend seamlessly with surrounding teeth or completely brighten your smile.
Durability: With proper care, veneers can last 15–30 years.
Confidence boost: Many patients report improved self-esteem and more joy in social settings.

What to Expect During the Veneer Process

Your smile transformation begins with a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Melko. She’ll ask detailed questions about your goals, listen to your concerns, and take a full set of digital records and photos.

Digital Smile Design
We use 3D scans and digital simulations to map out your future smile. You’ll get to preview your new look in real time—either on a screen or through a 3D-printed model you can try on in-office.

Tooth Preparation (if needed)
In most cases, only a very small amount of enamel is removed to make room for the veneer. Dr. Melko will explain how much, if any, preparation is needed to maintain optimal function and fit.

Temporary Veneers
While your custom veneers are being fabricated by our lab, we’ll place temporary veneers so you can begin enjoying your new smile right away.

Final Placement
Once your permanent veneers arrive, we’ll bond them into place and fine-tune them for fit, comfort, and symmetry. Every detail matters—from the contour of each edge to the way your smile looks when you speak and laugh.

Follow-up and Bite Optimization
We don’t stop at aesthetics. Dr. Melko takes additional bite scans to ensure your new restorations work harmoniously with your natural bite and jaw function. Our goal is to enhance your smile and improve your overall oral health.

A Smile You Can See Before You Commit

One of the most exciting parts of our smile makeover process is our digital simulation technology. Before making any changes to your teeth, we can create a virtual—and even physical—preview of your future smile.

With this tool, patients can visualize their outcomes, share preferences, and feel empowered in the decision-making process. We find that this step dramatically improves patient confidence and satisfaction.

Functional Beauty: More Than Just a Pretty Smile

Cosmetic dentistry isn’t just about appearances. Dr. Melko takes a comprehensive approach to your smile, considering your bite, jaw joint (TMJ), and chewing patterns before recommending treatment.

In some cases, like one of our favorite patient transformations, restoring the bite was life-changing. This patient came to us with extremely worn, shortened teeth and was on the verge of losing them all. Using full-mouth digital planning, we preserved her natural teeth, reopened her bite, and designed a smile that reflected how she looked in her 20s.

The result? A beautifully restored, fully functional bite—and a patient who could eat confidently, smile boldly, and receive compliments that brought tears to her eyes.

Veneers vs. Invisalign: Which Is Right for You?

We often discuss Invisalign as an alternative or complement to veneers, depending on your needs. If your main concern is alignment rather than shape or color, clear aligners might be the right fit—especially for patients who want a more natural result with no restorations.

That said, veneers offer immediate results, especially for issues that aligners can’t fix, such as deep stains, chips, or shape discrepancies. In many cases, we even combine the two treatments for a truly optimized outcome.

Dr. Melko will help you explore both options and choose the right path based on your oral health, timeline, and personal goals.

How Long Do Veneers Last?

When cared for properly, veneers are one of the most long-lasting cosmetic treatments available. Many of Dr. Melko’s cases are still going strong after 15 years—and some cases she’s seen from her mentors have lasted up to 30 years.

Longevity depends on:

Daily brushing and flossing
Avoiding overly hard or sticky foods
Wearing a nightguard if you grind your teeth
Keeping up with hygiene and checkup visits

The investment you make in veneers is one that can truly last a lifetime—with a smile you’ll love to show off every day.

Real Stories. Real Results.

One of our favorite stories involves a patient in her early 50s who felt hopeless about her worn-down teeth. She thought full extraction was her only option. But through careful planning and advanced techniques, we preserved her natural teeth, restored her bite, and rebuilt her smile with ceramic restorations designed just for her.

Today, she can eat freely, laugh fully, and walk into restaurants without hesitation. That’s the power of thoughtful cosmetic dentistry and it’s what we strive to deliver to every patient who walks through our doors.