Veneers

A veneer is a thin layer of restorative material placed over a tooth surface, either to improve the esthetics (appearance) of a tooth, or to protect a damaged tooth surface. There are two main types of material used to fabricate a veneer, composite and porcelain. A composite veneer may be directly placed (built-up in the mouth). In contrast, a porcelain veneer may only be fabricated prior to placement in the mouth.