Porcelain Veneers
Veneers are thin layers of material that cover the front of the teeth and are designed to improve their appearance. While veneers can improve your teeth’s appearance, poorly fitted veneers can cause jaw pain.
Veneers can be made either of porcelain (ceramic) or composite resin (of plastic and glass. Porcelain veneers tend to look more realistic and last longer than resin veneers.
Veneers are a permanent dental treatment, and their color cannot be altered after they’ve been applied.
Reasons for porcelain veneers:
Veneers are generally used to improve the appearance of teeth rather than to repair damage.
You might choose to have veneers on your teeth if they are:
discolored or stained
crooked, oddly shaped or chipped
widely spaced and leave a gap
Veneers can only be applied if your teeth and gums are in good condition. They may not be suitable if you grind or clench your teeth because that can crack the veneer.
What does getting porcelain veneers involve?
Your dentist will first remove a thin layer of enamel from the tooth so that the veneer does not stick out. You might be given a local anesthetic for this procedure. The dentist will then take an impression of the tooth. The mold is sent away to a lab where the veneer will be made.
In the meantime, your dentist can give you a temporary veneer.
During your second visit, the dentist will make sure the veneer fits well and that it looks good. The bonding cement is then set using a beam of light.