Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers repair larger chips and cracks and reshape teeth.
465 Laurel St, San CarlosWhat a veneer is
A veneer is a thin shell of porcelain bonded to the front of a tooth. It changes the color, shape or length of the tooth while keeping most of the natural tooth underneath.
Dr. Sing talks through the look you want and examines your teeth to confirm veneers are a sound choice for them.
Who it helps
- Chips and cracks in the front teeth
- Gaps between teeth
- Teeth that are worn or uneven
- Stains that whitening does not lift
What to expect
Planning
You and Dr. Sing agree on the shape and shade before any work begins.
Preparing the teeth
A thin layer of enamel is removed to make room for each veneer, and an impression is taken.
Bonding
Each veneer is checked for fit and color, then bonded to the tooth.
Common Questions
Are veneers permanent?
Because a thin layer of enamel is removed, a tooth that has a veneer will always need one. Veneers last many years and can be replaced.
How are veneers different from bonding?
Bonding uses tooth-colored resin shaped directly on the tooth and suits small chips or cracks. Porcelain veneers suit larger chips and cracks and reshaping teeth.
Do veneers stain?
Porcelain resists stains from coffee, tea and wine well.
Call Yenba Sing, DMD in San Carlos, CA today at (650) 508-0903.