What type of cosmetic changes can porcelain veneers make for a tooth?
Porcelain veneers (porcelain laminates) are often used to make cosmetic changes for teeth that are chipped, worn, stained, crooked, or discolored. You need to realize, however, that case selection is an extremely important factor associated with predicting the success of this technique. Porcelain veneers cannot be utilized in every situation. Only your dentist can determine that placing porcelain veneers is an appropriate treatment choice for you. And they can only make this determination after a thorough dental examination. Even if you find that porcelain veneers are not appropriate for your specific situation, your dentist can most likely suggest other treatment options that can make the type of cosmetic change you are seeking. [ For examples of how porcelain veneers might be utilized in real life cases, see our Cosmetic Dentistry section.
