Veneers designed around your face, not a template.

What porcelain veneers can do

Veneers are thin shells of porcelain bonded to the front of your teeth. They can close small gaps, brighten teeth that don't respond to whitening, and even out shape and length. Because each veneer is custom-made, the result is designed to suit your face, your bite, and how you want to look — not stamped from a mold. Not sure veneers are the right fix? Compare veneers vs. crowns vs. bonding.

Digital smile design — see it before it's permanent

We start with a conversation about what you'd like to change, then take a digital scan of your teeth — no goopy trays — and design the shape and shade of your new smile on screen. You preview the direction and refine it with us before anything is permanent. Only when you're happy with the plan are your veneers crafted and bonded in place.

Am I a candidate for veneers?

Veneers are well suited to patients with healthy teeth and gums who want to improve the color, shape, or minor alignment of their smile — not correct a bite problem or significant crowding. Good candidates typically have enough healthy enamel for the veneer to bond to, no active decay or gum disease, and teeth that are chipped, worn, stained beyond what whitening can fix, slightly gapped, or uneven. If your teeth are significantly crowded or misaligned, straightening them first — with Invisalign, for example — often gives a better, more conservative result than veneers alone, and we'll say so honestly if that applies to you. Teeth grinding doesn't automatically rule veneers out, but it does mean we'll likely recommend a nightguard to protect them. We examine your teeth and talk through whether veneers, bonding, or another option fits your goals before recommending anything.

Porcelain vs. composite veneers

Porcelain veneers are custom-fabricated shells that resist staining and typically last longer, while composite veneers are a resin applied and shaped directly on the tooth, usually in a single visit and at a lower cost. Porcelain is the more common choice for a long-term cosmetic result because of its durability and the way it reflects light like natural enamel, but it requires a small amount of enamel removal and a lab step, so it takes more than one visit. Composite can be a good option when you want a faster, more conservative, more affordable change, though it's generally more prone to staining and chipping over time. We'll go over both so you can weigh cost, timeline, and longevity — see our comparison of dental bonding as the more conservative alternative.

What to expect: the veneers process

Getting veneers is typically a two-to-three visit process once your smile design is finalized. After your consultation and digital scan, we prepare the teeth by removing a thin layer of enamel — usually less than a millimeter — so the veneer sits flush and looks natural rather than bulky. You'll wear temporary veneers while your final ones are custom-crafted, which previews the general shape and length. At your final visit, we check the fit, shade, and bite carefully before permanently bonding each veneer. Because the enamel removal is permanent, we make sure you're confident in the design before that final step, not after.

Caring for your veneers

Veneers don't need special products, but they do need the same consistent care as your natural teeth, plus a few habits that protect the bond. Brush and floss daily, and keep up with regular cleanings and checkups so we can catch any issues with the margins early. Avoid using your teeth as tools — opening packages, biting nails, or chewing ice can chip an edge — and if you grind at night, wear the nightguard we recommend. Porcelain resists staining well, but the bonding at the edges can pick up stain over time, so keeping coffee, wine, and tobacco in moderation helps veneers stay looking good for years.