Also known as Lumineers or laminate veneers, porcelain laminate veneers are a custom-made porcelain shell permanently bonded to the front surface of your teeth, applied with little to no enamel removal, or at most a 0.3-0.7mm etch when needed.
Because they're thin and let light through the way natural enamel does, they give a genuinely natural-looking result that keeps its colour over time.
When Are Porcelain Laminates Used?
- Closing gaps between teeth (diastema), lengthening teeth, and general aesthetics.
- Repairing tooth erosion, chips, or cracks.
- As a permanent alternative for patients who don't like the shade of their natural teeth.
- Redesigning a smile for patients unhappy with how it currently looks.
How Long Does Treatment Take?
Porcelain laminate treatment takes at least two appointments. Exactly how long depends on how many teeth and laminates are involved.
Does It Hurt?
No pain is felt during the procedure itself, local anaesthetic is used whenever it's needed to keep you comfortable. Afterwards, temporary laminates protect your teeth and prevent sensitivity until your bonding appointment.
What Will My Veneers Look Like?
Your mouth is measured at the first appointment, and a mock-up is produced in the lab from that model. You and your dentist can adjust this 3D preview together before agreeing on the final look.
