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Veneers

Veneers are like “false finger nails” in appearance only thinner & made from porcelain that cover exactly the visible surface of a tooth or another type possible is made from a ‘composite’ material.

They can be used on teeth to change their appearance if patient thinks they are unsightly, or they are discoloured, chipped or even to close gaps between front teeth.

Veneers are thin, custom-made shells crafted of tooth-coloured materials designed to cover the front side of teeth to improve the overall appearance of teeth. They are made of either thin plastic resin or porcelain and can be placed to:

  • correct poorly formed or mildly mal-positioned teeth
  • close gaps between teeth
  • mask internal stains
  • restore partially broken-down teeth

Tooth preparation is minimal and confined to the enamel structure. The veneer is bonded to the tooth structure with tooth-coloured resin cement. Several visits are necessary to complete treatment.

Patients should be aware that this is usually an irreversible process because it's necessary to remove a small amount of enamel from your teeth to accommodate the shell.