Are porcelain veneers right for me?

Porcelain veneers are thin ceramic restorations bonded to the front of the teeth. They may be an option if you want to change a tooth’s shape or colour, or close a small gap.

Who might be a suitable candidate?

They may be considered for patients with suitable tooth and gum health who wish to address colour or shape, gaps or limited positioning concerns. The bite and available enamel are assessed in detail before treatment.

Can I try the shape of my veneers before treatment?

In suitable cases, yes. We use photographs and a digital scan of your teeth to plan their shape. We then transfer the design onto your teeth in a temporary material so you can try it in your mouth. This is called a mock-up.

We ask you to smile in a mirror and say a few words. Together we look at the length of your front teeth, how much they show when you speak and how their edges follow your lower lip. If your two front teeth feel too long, for example, we can adjust the design before making the veneers. The preview is most useful for judging shape and length. The final porcelain can differ from the mock-up in colour and translucency.

How do we plan a smile digitally?

Do teeth always need preparation?

The amount of preparation varies. Some cases need only very limited adjustments; in others, different restorative options may be more appropriate. The main aim is to preserve as much healthy tooth structure as possible.

Case selection matters

No-preparation veneers are not appropriate for every patient. Careful case selection helps avoid an unnecessarily bulky result.

How long do they last?

Longevity depends on planning and application, oral care, bite forces, tooth grinding or clenching and regular reviews. It is therefore not appropriate to give a single standard lifespan.

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