Dental Veneers
A veneer is a thin shell of porcelain or composite bonded to the front of a tooth. Veneers can correct shape, colour and minor alignment issues to create a uniform smile.
Who may need this service
- Discoloured teeth that do not respond to whitening
- Worn or uneven front teeth
- Multiple small chips or gaps that bonding alone cannot resolve
Treatment process
Step 1
Smile design
Photos, models and a digital mock-up help plan the final result.
Step 2
Preparation
A small amount of enamel is removed (porcelain veneers); composite veneers are usually no-prep.
Step 3
Lab fabrication or chairside placement
Porcelain is made by a dental laboratory; composite is sculpted directly.
Step 4
Final bonding
Veneers are bonded into place and polished to a natural finish.
Benefits
- Highly aesthetic results
- Stain resistant (porcelain)
- Long-lasting with good care
Frequently asked questions about Dental Veneers
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Reviewed by: MapleLeaf Smile Dentistry Clinical Team — General Dentists registered with the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO).
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