Dental Veneers/bonding are thin tooth-coloured restoration place on the front surface of teeth to restore aesthetics and function. They can be made out of porcelain or composite resin. 

Indications

1. Broken/chipped teeth 

2. Gaps between teeth 

3. Severely discoloured teeth that do not achieve good results from professional whitening procedures

4. Irregularly shaped teeth

5. Worn down teeth 

What do I need to consider before getting a veneer done? 

• Extensive decay/fracture will lead to lack of existing tooth structure which will compromise the success of veneer. 

• Hard food diet can cause chipping/fracturing of veneer.

• Grinding/clenching habits. 

• Wearing of night guards can extend the life of the veneers. 

• What is the difference between porcelain and composite veneers?

• Porcelain veneers are custom made in the laboratory and will require two appointments. Composite veneers (Bonding) can be completed in a single visit, which involves bonding of filling material to your teeth.

• What do I need to consider before getting a veneer done? 

• Extensive decay/fracture will lead to lack of existing tooth structure which will compromise the success of veneer. 

• Hard food diet can cause chipping/fracturing of veneer.

• Grinding/clenching habits. 

• Wearing of night guards can extend the life of the veneers.