Dental Veneers

Veneers can be used to change colour, shape and size

A veneer and a crown are both made from dental porcelain. The difference is how much of your tooth they cover. A veneer usually covers only the front of the tooth, the part you can see. So a veneer does not add strength to the tooth. A crown covers the whole tooth which can protect the tooth from breaking.

Veneers can help with many cosmetic worries. These include chipped, stained, crooked, or unevenly spaced teeth. They can give you a more attractive and even smile.

Here is what studies show. Reviews of published studies looked at porcelain veneers. About 9 out of 10 were still in place after ten years. How long yours last depends on how well you care for them.

Yes, veneers are designed to mimic the natural appearance of teeth in terms of color, shape, and translucency, resulting in a natural-looking smile.

Veneers are considered a permanent solution since porcelain is fixed to the natural tooth. Once applied, it is quite difficult to reverse veneer cementation.

Porcelain veneers strongly resist stains. It helps to limit things that stain your teeth, like coffee, wine, and tobacco.

It is natural to wonder about this. Getting veneers is generally not painful. We freeze the area when we take off the enamel, so you should not feel sharp pain. Some people feel a little sensitive after the visit. It typically fades fast.

Veneers are seen as a cosmetic procedure. So most dental insurance plans do not cover them. Still, it is worth checking with your provider. You may have some coverage.