Porcelain Veneer

Veneers are thin, custom ceramic shells bonded to the front of the teeth to improve their colour, shape and alignment, commonly used to create an even, brighter smile. At Dental Clinic Jankowscy veneers are made in materials such as e.max, Empress and zirconia, and a wax-up and mock-up can be prepared so you can preview the planned look first. They suit adults wanting to address discoloured, worn, chipped or slightly uneven front teeth.

Dental veneers are wafer-thin facings, custom-made from ceramic, that are bonded to the visible surface of the front teeth to change their colour, shape, length or alignment. They are a popular way to even out a smile affected by staining that does not respond to whitening, small chips and worn edges, minor gaps or slightly irregular teeth, usually with only minimal preparation of the natural tooth. At Dental Clinic Jankowscy treatment begins with planning the smile: the clinic can produce a diagnostic wax-up and a trial mock-up so you can see and agree the proposed shape and proportions before any work is done. The teeth are then lightly prepared as needed, scanned or impressed, and the veneers crafted by the laboratory in materials such as e.max, Empress, feldspathic porcelain or zirconia, before being precisely bonded into place. Because each veneer is individually made and priced per unit, the overall cost depends on how many teeth are being treated. Veneers are best suited to adults with healthy teeth and gums whose concerns are mainly cosmetic; the dentist will check the bite, the condition of the underlying teeth and whether veneers, bonding or crowns are the most appropriate option, and will explain care and longevity. They are not a substitute for treating decay or gum disease, which are addressed first.