Smile Glossary
Veneer and cosmetic dentistry words, explained in plain English. Use it to understand your options before you ever sit in the chair.
Veneers & Materials
- PERL
- PERL (Printed Esthetic Restorative Line): Dr. Trembley's in-studio printed veneer system. A ceramic-resin smile designed digitally and printed in our own lab, usually placed in 2 to 4 days. $12,000 per arch.
- Printed Esthetic Restorative Line
- The full name behind PERL. It describes the printed ceramic-resin material and the in-studio system Dr. Trembley created to design and place veneers fast.
- Porcelain Veneer
- A thin lab-crafted ceramic shell bonded to the front of a tooth, handcrafted over 2 to 3 weeks. $2,400 per tooth.
- Composite Bonding
- Tooth-colored resin sculpted directly onto the tooth in a single visit. The least invasive option, ideal for small chips and gaps.
- Arch
- The full upper or lower row of teeth. PERL is priced per arch.
- Prepless
- Little or no natural enamel removed before placing veneers, preserving healthy tooth structure.
Digital Dentistry
- Digital Smile Design
- Software and facial analysis used to preview your future smile in 3D before any treatment.
- CBCT
- Cone Beam CT, a 3D dental X-ray capturing teeth, bone, and bite in detail.
- Intraoral Scan
- A handheld wand that captures a 3D model of your teeth, replacing messy impressions.
- SprintRay
- The in-office 3D printer used to fabricate PERL veneers in our studio, usually ready in 2 to 4 days.
- Fotona Laser
- A dental laser used for precise soft-tissue and gum contouring.
Procedure Terms
- Whitening
- Professional in-office bleaching. $599 per session.
- Try-In
- Placing the finished veneers to check fit, shade, and bite before final bonding.
- Bite Refinement
- Final adjustment so your new smile meets comfortably.
Costs & Booking
- Consultation Deposit
- The $100 deposit that holds your appointment time and goes toward your treatment or procedure. It is fully refunded if you are determined not to be a candidate before your scheduled visit.
Still Have a Question?
Call us at 615.891.3192, email info@smileonnashville.com, or come ask in person.