Porcelain veneers
Porcelain veneers are thin, custom-made shells that are bonded to the front surface of teeth to improve their appearance. They are commonly used to address issues like discoloration, chips, gaps, or misalignment, providing a natural-looking and durable solution. These thin shells are covers for your teeth, hiding imperfections and enhancing your smile’s aesthetics. They are quite conservative because only a small amount of enamel needs to be removed from the front of the tooth to accommodate the veneer. Veneers are considered conservative so that your natural teeth remain largely intact, and the procedure is reversible if needed in the future.
Composite veneers
Composite veneers are a type of dental veneer made from a tooth-coloured resin material that is directly bonded to the front surface of the teeth to improve their appearance. They are an alternative to porcelain veneers and are often used to address minor imperfections such as chips, stains, or gaps in the teeth. These thin layers of sculptable material are applied to the front of your teeth to enhance their look. They are considered conservative because they require minimal alteration to the natural tooth structure. Unlike porcelain veneers, which are custom-made in a dental lab and then bonded to the teeth, composite veneers are applied directly to the teeth in a single visit to the dentist.
Newport Family Dentist offers a free veneer consultation to discuss what option best suits you. Contact us today to book your complimentary veneer consultation.