After a tooth has been prepared, veneers are "bonded" onto the tooth surface. "Bonding" is the process involved in affixing the veneer to a tooth using advanced materials that allow adhesive attachment directly onto the tooth. This process yields excellent long-term results.

Absolutely. Veneer materials are flexible and provide more sculpting possibilities than having a full crown (or a "cap") put onto a tooth. When affixed by a skilled practitioner, veneers can be completely invisible. Veneers have come to be so effective that, in many cases, orthodontic treatment for tooth re-positioning is not needed. See similar questions...

Veneers are a thin layer of either porcelain or composite resin that are bonded onto the front surface of the tooth. These veneers are custom made and can be made whatever colour you want ..... so if you want whiter teeth,whiter tooth shade veneers can be made. Porcelain veneers are colour stable, whereas composite resin materials darken over time. Usually a thin layer of the tooth is shaved off to make space for the veneer, otherwise, the tooth will look too bulky. See similar questions...

Our team uses the most up to date technology and materials in dentistry. Bonding technology allows us to create an extremely strong bond between your teeth and the veneers. As a matter of fact, this actually strengthens the teeth. When the veneers are ready, we first try them on to confirm function and aesthetics. Dr. Arnold, Mike Morris/lab tech, and the patient will discuss the overall look and fit before the veneers are permanently bonded. See similar questions...

Yes. Again, using tooth-coloured material or porcelain, the dentist can change the shape or size of the tooth very slightly, closing the gap between the teeth. See similar questions...

This is one of the more common purposes. Porcelain veneers are very versatile and not only can close spaces, but they can lengthen your teeth, straighten the look of your teeth and whiten your teeth. They can accomplish just about whatever you desire your smile to look like. See similar questions...

Veneers are ultra-thin shells of ceramic (porcelain) or a composite resin material, which are bonded to the front of teeth. This procedure requires little or no anesthesia and can be the ideal choice for improving the appearance of the front teeth. Veneers are placed to mask discolorations, to brighten teeth and to improve a smile. See similar questions...

Normally, there is some sensitivity to be expects, hot and cold and biting pressure. This will be a short period of time when the teeth are adjusting to the new environment and it’s absolutely normal to feel that. After veneers are placed we have you come back in one week to make a few minor adjustments and finalize the polishing. See similar questions...

Reshaping or cosmetic contouring is an ideal treatment for very small fractures or chips or to simply reshape what nature has given you to a more esthetically pleasing smile. Anesthesia is not necessary since we use sandpaper discs and polishing wheels to reshape teeth with a minimal loss of tooth structure. Contouring can change the smile line. If one front tooth is a little longer than the other, contouring can make them the same size. See similar questions...

Bonding will last an average of about five years. With proper brushing and maintenance porcelain veneers should last about twice as long. Bonding can usually be completed in one visit; porcelain veneers generally take two visits because there is a lab process involved. The porcelain veneers can cost about twice as much as bonding, but will have a better appearance for a longer time because the porcelain will not change color over time the way bonding can. See similar questions...

The all-porcelain crowns and veneers should be left alone for the 1st 24 hours, as the agent that bonds to the porcelain takes a while before it reaches full strength. The newly bleached teeth should be cared for with a whitening toothpaste, and of course, stay away from foods that stain. The whitened teeth may need a "touchup" again from time to time, but you can do that at home. Regular home care is important, as is a regular dental checkup and cleaning. See similar questions...

A No. Preparing teeth for veneers is a painless, two-visit procedure. Local anesthesia can be given to highly sensitive patients, but is usually not necessary. See similar questions...

Generally, cemented restorations like crowns or veneers (see our procedure section) will require two visits – one to shape the teeth, and one to cement the restorations to the teeth. In between, your dentist can place attractive temporary restorations to help prevent sensitivity, allow function and provide a nice smile. These temporaries are designed to be in your mouth for a limited time, but should be comfortable and natural looking until you can get your new smile completed. See similar questions...

Some dentists try and place veneers directly over a patients’ teeth without reducing the tooth structure. The veneer basically gets “stuck on” to the tooth surface, creating bulky looking teeth. This problem can be eliminated by proper diagnosis and planning, which will indicate exactly how much tooth surface needs to be prepared to create an outstanding final result. See similar questions...

Finely crafted porcelain veneers can last almost indefinitely if maintained properly with good dental hygiene and regular dental visits. See similar questions...