What is the treatment process for porcelain veneers?
Once you are ready to go ahead with treatment, your teeth need to be prepared for your new veneers. A tiny part of the front of your teeth will be removed. This will be the same amount as the thickness of your veneers so that they sit perfectly.
After your teeth have been prepared, an impression of your mouth will be taken. This is sent to the dental laboratory so that they can make your veneers fit your teeth exactly. Meanwhile, we will place some temporary veneers on your teeth to protect the prepared surface underneath.
When your new veneers are ready, you will come back into the practice to have them fitted. To begin with, we will just place the new veneers over your teeth so that you can confirm that you are happy with their appearance. Once you are happy, your teeth are thoroughly cleaned and the front surface of your tooth is conditioned so that there is a good surface for the glue and veneer to stick to.
Finally, a curing light is used to activate the glue so that it permanently bonds your tooth and veneer. At the end of treatment, you will be left with a beautiful and natural-looking new smile.