At Tooth Matters, we offer dental veneers as an effective solution for enhancing the appearance of your teeth. Veneers are a versatile cosmetic treatment that can dramatically improve the color, shape, and overall appearance of your smile, giving you a flawless, natural look.

What Are Veneers?

Veneers are thin, custom-made porcelain or composite resin shells that are designed to cover the front surface of your teeth, much like a “laminate” or “wallpaper” for teeth. These ultra-thin shells are bonded to the front of your teeth to correct cosmetic imperfections such as discoloration, chips, or misalignment. Veneers are highly effective at masking tooth stains and achieving a more uniform, brighter smile.

One of the key benefits of veneers is that they can achieve a bigger change in tooth color than traditional whitening procedures, making them an ideal solution for teeth that are resistant to whitening treatments.

When Are Veneers Recommended?

Veneers are recommended for patients who:

• Have severely discolored teeth that cannot be corrected by whitening treatments. This includes stains caused by medications such as tetracycline.
• Have teeth that are chipped, cracked, or slightly misaligned.
• Desire a dramatic change in tooth color or overall appearance.
• Have gaps between teeth that they want to close for a more uniform smile.
• Want to correct minor cosmetic issues while maintaining the natural structure of their teeth.

Veneers are an excellent choice for patients with healthy teeth who are looking for a cosmetic enhancement to achieve a stunning smile transformation.

The Veneer Procedure

1. Consultation and Evaluation:
   • During your first visit, our dental team will assess your teeth and discuss your desired results. We’ll help you choose the best material and shade for your veneers to match your adjacent teeth and natural smile.
2. Tooth Preparation:
   • A small amount of enamel is removed from the front surface of the teeth to make space for the veneer. This ensures the veneer will fit naturally and not appear bulky. The amount of enamel removed is typically minimal.
3. Impressions and Fabrication:
   • Once the teeth are prepared, impressions are taken to create your custom veneers. The veneers are carefully crafted in a dental lab to match the shape, size, and colour of your natural teeth.
4. Veneer Placement:
   • At your final appointment, the veneers are bonded to your teeth using a special adhesive. The dentist will make adjustments as needed to ensure a perfect fit and bite alignment.

How Long Does the Process Take?

Veneer treatment typically requires two to three visits:

• One for consultation and preparation.
• A second for impressions and placement of temporary veneers (if needed).
• A third visit to place the permanent veneers.

Each appointment usually lasts 1 to 2 hours depending on the number of veneers being placed.

Benefits of Veneers

• Instant Smile Transformation: Veneers can dramatically improve the appearance of your smile, correcting multiple cosmetic issues at once.
• Long-lasting results: Veneers are durable and resistant to stains, with results that can last for many years with proper care.
• Natural appearance: Custom-made veneers are designed to look like your natural teeth, blending seamlessly with your smile.
• Minimally invasive: Veneer placement is a less invasive procedure than other cosmetic treatments like crowns, requiring minimal alteration to your natural teeth.

Caring for Your Veneers

To maintain the longevity and appearance of your veneers, it’s important to practice good oral hygiene:

• Brush and floss regularly to keep your gums and teeth healthy.
• Avoid biting hard objects or foods that could damage the veneers.
• Schedule regular dental check-ups to ensure the veneers and surrounding teeth remain in good condition.