South Edmonton Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain veneers are custom-made wafer-thin shells of porcelain that are bonded to the front surface of your teeth to improve colour and shape. They can be used to quickly improve a wide range of imperfections, but they are not always the right choice for everyone. They can be used to close spaces between teeth, whiten stained or dark teeth, or lengthen small or misshapen teeth. When front teeth are chipped or starting to wear, veneers can protect them from damage and restore their original appearance. Veneers are custom-made to fit your mouth perfectly and usually take at least two dental visits for their application.

At your first visit, a thin layer of enamel is removed from the tooth or teeth being treated so that there is room for the veneers to attach to your teeth. Once the layer is removed, your dentist will make an impression of your teeth from which your custom-made porcelain veneers will be made.

Temporary veneers will be applied and worn until your permanent ones are ready. The temporary veneers are very fragile and must be treated gently while you are eating and cleaning so that they do not come loose while you wait for your next appointment.

At your second visit, your dentist will remove the temporary veneers. Using dental cement and a curing light, we will glue each veneer into place. Your new and improved smile will then be complete!