Veneer placement is a quick and effective minimally invasive solution indicated for many patients.

They can be used for treatment in many cases, such as:

Veneers are made of different materials, such as porcelain, E-max, laminate, or composite resin.

Porcelain veneers are the most common type of veneer used by most dentists. They are made of porcelain.

The main advantage of using porcelain as a veneer is its high durability and stain resistance.

They can last up to 15 years with proper care.

It requires a minimally invasive procedure compared to crown preparation. simple enamel removal in order to create room for the porcelain chip to be added to the surface.

First of all, you need to consult with your dentist and see if you make a good candidate for veneers application or not based on a proper examination and x-rays. You need to discuss with your dentist all of your cosmetic goals and go through the treatment plan that best suits your case.

The next step is called the mock-up; the dentist comes with photos created digitally for the smile design to show you how the results would look to ensure your complete satisfaction before proceeding further.

On the day of the procedure, the dentist begins to remove a small layer of the enamel, usually up to 1mm in thickness.

The good news is that porcelain as a material is more stain-resistant than normal tooth enamel, which means that veneers don’t change color over time. They serve as an excellent permanent cosmetic solution for tooth discoloration and staining.