The front teeth can be laminated with composite resin or porcelain to improve esthetics and may also provide a reasonable alternative to orthodontic treatment for correction of overlapped / crowded teeth, or gaps between front teeth. Malformed and discolored teeth can also be veneered to give them proper shape, color and contour.

Ceramic / porcelain veneers require two or more visits to the operatory. The teeth are prepared in the initial visit, impressions are made and sent to the laboratory. The laminates (empress) are inserted in the second visit. These highly esthetic laminates wear less than composite resin veneers and last longer.

Before and After Treatment

Composite resin veneers can be completed in a single appointment and are more conservative as there is no tooth reduction required. However, they need to be replaced after three to six years as they tend to discolor and age over time.