Dental Veneers
Dental veneering is a popular technique used for dramatic smile makeovers and can change an entire smile by altering the shape, colour, size and arrangement of teeth. Excellent results can be achieved in a matter of weeks as opposed to the longer treatment times needed for orthodontics.
What Are Dental Veneers
Dental veneers are wafer thin shells of tooth coloured material that are bonded to the front surface of existing teeth to improve their cosmetic appearance. Dental veneers can also be used to close spaces between teeth, correct the shape, colour and arrangement of teeth. The most popular type of dental veneer is made of porcelain which offers a stronger and more durable alternative to the plastic counterpart.
The placement of dental veneers involves only minimal preparation of the front surface of the tooth. Before the final dental veneers are bonded onto the teeth, temporary dental veneers are first placed, to preview shape and colour.
• Porcelain dental veneers are placed to mask discolouration, brighten teeth, change shape or change arrangement of teeth.
• Dental veneers are highly resistant to permanent staining and they provide a quick conservative approach to improving a smile.
• Dental veneers will last for many years.
Frequently Asked Questions
How are dental veneers made?
Porcelain dental veneers are custom made in a dental laboratory by dental technicians, but plastic composite dental veneers are made directly inside the mouth by the dentist.
What dental veneers are right for you?
Dental veneer selection involves choosing the appropriate length, shape, width and colour for your restorations. A colour chart helps you select the best dental veneer shade. Our team of dentists will guide you through the decision making process.
What are the benefits of dental veneers?
Dental veneers are aesthetically pleasing, protect the surface of damaged teeth and may eliminate the need for more extensive dental treatments, such as dental crowns.
Are dental veneers my only option if I want a smile makeover?
No. Your cosmetic dentist will determine the cosmetic dentistry procedures that would be the best for you.
What's the difference between standard dental veneers and minimal or no-prep dental veneers?
Traditional porcelain dental veneers typically require the removal of some tooth structure, sometimes beyond the enamel. Dental veneers available today are placed completely in enamel in a minimally invasive and possibly "no preparation" way.