Advantages of porcelain veneers
Strength
Despite their thinness, porcelain veneers are robust thanks to the properties of the material.
Corrects dental defects
Stained, discoloured, broken or worn teeth can be corrected for a more harmonious smile.
Preserves tooth vitality
Ceramic veneers preserve the vitality of the underlying teeth.
Preserves tooth tissue
Natural tissue is kept, limiting how much tooth structure is removed.
Colour stability
The colour does not change over time.
Durability
Wear-resistant, offering a long-term improvement to your smile.
When are veneers recommended?
- Fractured or cracked front teeth.
- Teeth stained, discoloured, deformed or slightly damaged by wear.
- Closing diastemas (gaps between teeth).
- Improving slightly misaligned teeth (an orthodontic consultation is recommended first).
- Restoring moderately worn teeth.
- Dark teeth that cannot be lightened by whitening alone.
- Harmonising differences in tooth level and size.
- Reshaping a smile, for example by increasing the size of the teeth.
Living with veneers
- Maintain good hygiene: brush regularly and floss.
- Limit foods and drinks that can stain.
- Avoid hard or sticky foods that could damage veneers.
- Don't bite non-food objects.
- Follow your dentist's advice and attend regular check-ups.
Questions about this treatment
Do porcelain veneers change colour?
No. Porcelain is colour-stable, so veneers keep their shade over time with normal care.
Can veneers close gaps between teeth?
Yes. Veneers are commonly used to close diastemas and harmonise tooth size and shape.
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