Veneers are used to cover and reshape a tooth, usually a front tooth in the smile. The thin veneer covers the entire front surface of the tooth to improve the aesthetics and sometimes the position of the tooth.
We construct veneers out of tooth-coloured composites or porcelain. Composite veneers tend to be a temporary measure or perhaps even a trial to show how we can change teeth. It is usual to use porcelain or Emax for permanent veneers in conjunction with our dental technician.
Dental veneers, once built in the laboratory, are then fixed into place with special adhesives permanently. Veneers will give many years of service when looked after and maintained.