Veneers
Are you too self conscious to smile because your teeth are chipped, discoloured, or poorly spaced? Cheer up, the dentist may be able to apply a porcelain laminate veneer to your teeth and give them a whole new appearance.
Veneers are strong, thin pieces of porcelain that are bonded to the teeth. They are used to repair chipped, decayed or stained teeth and for closing gaps between teeth. With a bit of contouring, veneers can also rectify crowded or overlapping teeth. Veneers can also be used for cosmetic reasons instead of crowns, which are more often used for badly damaged or decayed teeth.
HERE'S HOW ITS DONE: The tooth needs to be ground down and the veneer replaces the ground-off surface. Veneer preparations frequently require the use of local anaesthetic and, depending on colour and shade, may take two or more appointments to complete.