What are veneers?
Veneers are a thin layer of porcelain bonded to the surface of the tooth to improve its aesthetics or protect a damaged tooth. Veneers require minimal - and in some cases no - removal of tooth structure. Veneers (or porcelain laminates) are like acrylic or gel fingernails and can close spaces, mask stains and discolouration, cover chipping, and correct misshapen or crooked teeth.
What problems do veneers treat?
- Stained teeth - badly stained teeth that cannot be improved by whitening or prophyflex treatments can be greatly improved by veneers, which cover existing stains.
- Damaged teeth - teeth worn through excessive grinding or carbonated drinks, or that are chipped or broken, can benefit from veneers. A small chip can be quickly repaired with composite bonding ("composite veneers").
- Gaps - spaces or gaps (diastemas) between teeth can easily be closed using veneers for a more uniform smile.
- Crooked teeth - for teeth that are not severely crooked, veneers placed over the front surface give a straight, perfectly aligned look - often called "Instant Orthodontics".
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