Veeneer & Laminates

Dental Veneers and Laminates are both cosmetic dental treatments that help to enhance the beauty and change the appearance of teeth.

A veneer is a thin shell of material placed on the front surface of the tooth, used for aesthetic purposes or to change the colour of the tooth. It is usually a thin layer of restorative material replacing the enamel and are usually the material of choice for a conservative, esthetic approach as they are tooth coloured restorations in order to the give the patient a perfect smile. This in turn improves the self-esteem, confidence thus boosting the social life of the patient.

A dental veneer is made of two different materials, composites and porcelain. Composite veneers are less preferred because they are more prone to staining and have a relatively high brittleness. However their advantage is that, they take less time to be prepared and installed on the patient’s teeth and the patient can have a beautiful smile in one session.

Porcelain veneers are less prone to staining and much more durable than composites and can last up to ten years with proper care. Also, the appearance of Porcelain veneer is very natural and beautiful, and this type of veneer is usually used to design a Hollywood smile.

Laminates are actually an advanced form of porcelain veneer. They are thinner and only about the thickness of contact lenses. Laminates are only made up of porcelain and usually used to change the shape or size of the tooth.

This treatment is recommended if you have discolored, stained, or yellowing teeth, misaligned or crooked teeth, gaps or spacing issues, chipped or cracked teeth. These aesthetic concerns can impact your confidence and oral well-being. It not only enhances the appearance of your smile but also contributes to better dental health by addressing alignment and spacing issues.