Veneers
Dental veneers are thin, custom-made shells — usually made from E.Max, porcelain or composite — that are bonded to the front surface of your teeth to improve their appearance. They’re often used to mask chips, stains, gaps, or uneven shapes, giving your smile a smoother, brighter look.
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🦷 Speciality: Restorative
🛠 Stage: Restorative
🔀 Alternatives: Crown, Filling, Composite Bonding
The process typically starts with the dentist gently preparing the tooth by removing a small amount of enamel. Then, an impression or digital scan is taken and sent to a lab where your veneers are crafted to match your natural teeth. At a second visit, the veneers are bonded in place, instantly transforming your smile. In some cases, veneers may be combined with other treatments like whitening or gum contouring to enhance the overall result.
While veneers primarily enhance the outer look of the tooth, they’re carefully designed to preserve underlying tooth structure and support long-term oral health when placed appropriately.