Porcelain Veneers
Thin porcelain shells bonded to the visible face of the front teeth to correct colour, shape and small gaps.
- Average duration
- 75 minutes
- Sessions
- 2-3 randevu · mock-up ile önizleme
What is a veneer?
A veneer is a porcelain shell, 0.3 to 0.7 mm thick, bonded only to the front surface of a tooth. Unlike a crown, it doesn't wrap around the tooth, so far less structure needs to be removed.
Given the right indication, a veneer is the least invasive route to an aesthetic result. Given the wrong one, it means cutting into healthy teeth without real need — telling the two apart is the most important part of the consultation.
When veneers make sense
- Permanent staining that whitening cannot correct (tetracycline discolouration, for instance)
- Small gaps between the front teeth (diastema)
- Chipped or worn edges
- Mismatches in length or shape
- Mild misalignment, when orthodontics is declined and the bite permits it
When they don't: noticeable crowding (address with orthodontics first), untreated gum disease, active decay, unmanaged clenching, and enamel that is too thin or otherwise insufficient.
How treatment proceeds
- Analysis and mock-up. Following digital planning, the proposed shape is applied directly to the teeth using a temporary material. You see it in the mirror and feel it while talking — this is the stage for changing your mind, since no tooth has been touched yet.
- Preparation. A very thin layer of enamel is removed according to the approved design.
- Impressions and temporaries. Taken digitally or conventionally; temporary veneers are worn while the lab works.
- Bonding. After checking shade and fit, the veneers are cemented with a dedicated adhesive system.
Longevity and care
Porcelain resists staining and doesn't change colour, but it can chip or fracture. Anyone who clenches needs a night guard. Habits like biting nails, chewing on pens or opening packaging with your teeth noticeably shorten a veneer's lifespan.
Gum health matters just as much as marginal fit — no aesthetic work looks right above bleeding gums, which is why gum treatment is finished before veneers begin.
This page is general information and does not replace a dental examination. Whether the treatment suits you, and the method and duration, are decided only after an intraoral examination and radiographic assessment.
After treatment
- Steer clear of very hard or sticky foods for the first week.
- Avoid opening packaging with your teeth, biting your nails or chewing pens.
- Wear your night guard every night if you clench.
- Keep up interdental cleaning — decay tends to start at the margin.
- Skip abrasive whitening toothpaste, which can dull porcelain.
- Book a check-up and professional cleaning every six months.
Frequently asked about this treatment
Do veneers involve cutting my teeth, and can that be undone?
Fitting a veneer means removing a very thin layer of enamel — usually 0.3 to 0.7 mm — from the tooth surface. That's far less tissue loss than a crown involves, but the layer that's removed doesn't grow back. That's why the mock-up stage matters so much: you get to see the design in your own mouth before any tooth is touched, and you're still free to change your mind. In some cases, minimal-prep or no-prep veneers are an option worth discussing too.
The information on this page is for general guidance and does not replace a dental examination. Treatment decisions are made after an intraoral examination and radiographic assessment.
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Is this treatment right for you?
After an examination and radiographic assessment we can discuss whether this is the right option for you.
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