A veneer is a cosmetic shell that covers the front of a tooth. The cause may be a discoloration or a bad shape of the tooth. It is made of porcelain or plastic and glued to your own tooth. It is a quick and effective way to correct teeth for minor injuries
- In the case of a plastic veneers, it can be discolored due to its microporous structure.
- With porcelain, discoloration is avoided.
For both plastic and porcelain veneers, the following applies: - With a good amount of tooth substance, the durability increases, as the bonding between tooth and veneer is stronger.
With less tooth substance, the durability decreases as the bonding is weaker. - If you are clenching or grinding teeth, the durability decreases
- During and after the treatment, we recommend sleeping with a night guard.
- If your veneers becomes loose, call immediately.