Porcelain Veneer

"Porcelain veneer is a thin layer of porcelain bonded over the front surface of the tooth.  It usually requires a minimal amount of tooth (enamel) reduction," Dr. Anna Lee. This reduction creates room for the porcelain veneer to be bonded onto the front surface of the tooth.

·      Advantages

-provide a natural tooth appearance

-gum tissue tolerates porcelain well

-stain resistant

-change tooth’s color and shape

-minimal tooth (enamel) reduction

-may not require local anesthesia

·      Disadvantages

-irreversible process (tooth reduction of enamel)

-patients wait 1-2 weeks (laboratory time) before getting veneers bonded onto the   tooth

-cost

-not repairable if veneers are chipped or cracked

-teeth may become more sensitive to hot and cold foods and beverages