Aesthetic restoration
Porcelain veneers
A porcelain veneer is a thin restoration applied to the visible surface of a front tooth. Conservative planning and bite assessment are especially important.
General oral-health information; not a personal diagnosis or treatment recommendation. This page must not be read as the clinic’s confirmed service list.
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What does a veneer do?
A thin restorative option that may be considered for changes in the colour, shape or surface appearance of front teeth.
When may a veneer be considered?
A veneer may be considered for colour, shape or small surface irregularities after assessing tooth tissue, bite and gum health.
Before deciding
Existing tooth tissue, bite, colour, gum health and expectations are reviewed. Not every aesthetic goal can be met with a veneer.
Planning steps
- Reviewing the smile and oral health
- Comparing conservative and restorative options
- Planning shape, colour and bite
- Planning care and reviews after restoration
After a veneer
Regular cleaning, avoiding biting hard objects and attending reviews are important as with natural teeth.
Caution: Tooth grinding, limited enamel or active gum problems can affect planning. Oral health should be assessed first.
Frequently asked questions
Can veneers cover every type of staining?
The cause and depth of staining matter; the suitable option is determined through examination and expectations.
Is veneer treatment reversible?
Each case differs; porcelain veneers may require removal of some enamel and this is considered irreversible.