Dental veneers (sometimes called porcelain veneers or dental porcelain laminates) are wafer-thin, custom-made shells of tooth-colored materials designed to cover the front surface of teeth to improve your appearance. These shells are bonded to the front of the teeth changing their color, shape, size, or length. There are two main types of material used to fabricate a veneer: 1) composite and dental porcelain.

Do veneers ruin your teeth?

This means that having the veneers attached doesnot ruin or hurt the tooth underneath. Secondly, porcelain veneers are not made of enamel like the front of your natural teeth. … In fact, they actually have the advantage over natural teeth in terms of resistance to damage or staining.

On average, veneers last about 10 years, and as dental porcelain becomes stronger and more durable, their lifespan may increase significantly over the next several years. Of course, veneers, like natural teeth, are still susceptible to damage.

Some of the main reasons why your veneer can break or fall off include: The veneer is old: Most porcelain veneers should last at least ten years. … Your tooth may have decayed: Tooth decay can cause a veneer to fall off, seeing as there might not be enough of your natural tooth left for the veneer to attach to.

Which type of veneer is best for me?

Porcelain Veneers. Porcelain veneers are composed of a durable, high-quality ceramic that can be matched to the shade of your surrounding teeth for a seamless, natural look. …

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• Composite Resin.
• CEREC® Veneers.
• Zirconia.
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