
When bonded to your teeth, veneers can create a natural-looking, beautiful new surface. In dentistry, a veneer is a wafer-thin layer of super-strong porcelain that convincingly substitutes for natural tooth enamel. You may already know that a veneer is a thin covering over another surface. If your teeth could use improvement in any of these categories, porcelain veneers could be just what you're looking for. Regular brushing, flossing, dental check-ups and hygienist appointments will help keep your veneers looking good for years.What makes a smile beautiful? That's a complex question, but some qualities of a lovely smile are immediately identifiable: good tooth color, shape and alignment are a few of the most important ones. Veneers are easy to maintain - they simply require the same care as your other teeth. This is normal and will settle down after a few days of careful brushing.

How do I care for my veneers?Īfter the procedure, your gums may feel a little sore. If you’d like to know more, speak to your local Bupa Dental Care dentist about veneers. With proper care, veneers can last for years, but they can be replaced should any damage occur. You'll need to care for your new veneer in the same way you would your other teeth. The veneer will then be attached to your tooth and adjusted as necessary, before being permanently secured in place. A temporary cover may be placed over your tooth while this is being prepared. Your dentist will then take an impression of your mouth so that a bespoke veneer can be created to fit your tooth perfectly. You might be given a local anaesthetic as a precaution, but the procedure shouldn't cause you pain. This involves taking off a thin layer of the enamel so that the veneer can be attached to your tooth seamlessly, without changing the size of the tooth.

Once this has been agreed, your tooth can be prepared to hold the veneer.


You’ll first have a consultation with your dentist to make sure a veneer is the correct treatment for you.
