Veneers

A veneer acts as a porcelain coating that is designed to cover the frontal surface of a tooth, resembling how a false fingernail covers a nail. By utilizing veneers, teeth can attain an authentic and robust appearance. Due to their ultra-thin structure and secure attachment with potent adhesive, minimal tooth preparation is required for their application. In fact, certain variants of veneers necessitate no preparation whatsoever.

Occasionally, a natural-colored 'composite' material is substituted for porcelain in order to enhance the color, shape, and alignment of your teeth. By selecting an exact shade of porcelain, it is possible to effectively improve the color of a single discolored tooth or brighten your front teeth. Moreover, veneers have the ability to restore a chipped tooth's appearance and make it appear complete once more.

The dentist may remove a tiny layer of the outer enamel surface of the tooth to ensure a permanent bond with the veneer. To prevent any discomfort, a local anaesthetic may be administered. After preparing the tooth, an impression or mould will be taken by the dentist and given to the dental technician, along with necessary information for making the veneer. The shade guide will be used to match the color of surrounding teeth, ensuring a natural appearance for the veneer.

This treatment requires two appointments , the initial visit is dedicated to tooth preparation and shade matching, while the second visit focuses on proper fitting. Prior to bonding the veneer, your dentist will present it on your tooth to ensure satisfaction. Special adhesive is used during the bonding process to securely hold the veneer in place. While veneers are designed to last for a number of years, they have the potential to chip or break similar to natural teeth. Minor chips can be fixed, and if needed, a new veneer can be fitted.