Veneers

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Veneers are thin custom made tooth colored shells made of porcelain that cover the front teeth. They are primarily used to improve the overall appearance of your smile.

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Your dentist prepares your tooth for a veneer and takes an impression of it. This impression is used to fabricate your custom veneer. Veneer processing can take up to 2-3 weeks. In the meantime, your dentist will make sure you have a temporary veneer until your permanent final veneer is ready to be cemented.

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Veneers are placed to improve the appearance of discolored, crooked, spaced, chipped, and cavitated teeth.

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Yes veneers can break. If you grind your teeth or clench your jaw, veneers may not be the best option for you.

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Yes, your veneers could get stained due to drinking coffee, tea, or red wine.