Dental veneers work as a protective layer on the already-damaged teeth, improving the look of your smile.

What are they? Dental veneers are thin layers of a material such as porcelain used to cover damaged teeth to protect them against further damage. There are two types of veneers available: prep veneers and prepless veneers. Prep veneers require a certain amount of preparation before they can be fit onto your teeth. Porcelain veneers typically fall under this category. Prepless veneers strive to minimize the preparation required before the actual fitting. Durathin and Lumineers are popular prepless veneers.

Veneers can be used in many conditions. Whether you have chipped teeth, uneven teeth, misaligned teeth, or even stained teeth, veneers can be used to improve your smile.

In the procedure, a mould is created by using a soft clay-like material on your teeth. Next, this mould is used to make the veneer fit for your teeth. Your dentist may file the surface of your teeth to make space for the veneer, or else putting veneer will cause your teeth to appear thicker. Prepless veneers do not require any removal from the tooth surface, sparing patients the discomfort before the actual fitting is done.

The veneer is not made in a day; it takes a couple of weeks to make the right veneer for you. So, typically, on your second visit to the dentist, you will have the veneer put on your teeth.

If you have got experts to fix veneers on your teeth, you can enjoy the benefits of veneers for several years. However, it is important to follow a proper dental care routine and avoid bad dental habits.

Happy smiling!

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