Veneers
Thin facings bonded to the front teeth to change how they look.
What it is
A veneer is a thin shell bonded to the front surface of a tooth. Veneers change colour, shape and alignment without treating the whole tooth, which is why they are used for appearance rather than for repairing damage. They are usually done across several front teeth at once so the result looks even.
When you might need it
- Front teeth are stained in a way whitening cannot fix
- Chips or uneven edges
- Small gaps between the front teeth
- Teeth that are slightly crooked or misshapen
What the appointment involves
- A discussion of shape and shade
- A thin layer of enamel prepared from the front of the teeth
- An impression or scan taken
- At the second visit, the veneers bonded in place
Afterwards
Some sensitivity between visits is normal. Veneers do not respond to whitening later, so the shade is chosen up front, and habits like biting nails or opening things with your teeth will chip them.
This page explains the procedure in general terms so you know what you are looking at. It is not a diagnosis and not a treatment plan. What is right for you depends on your own teeth, and that needs an examination.
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