Dental veneers (sometimes called porcelain veneers or dental porcelain laminates) are wafer-thin, custom-made shells of tooth-colored materials designed to cover the front surface of teeth to improve your appearance.

These shells are bonded to the front of the teeth changing their color, shape, size, or length. They are an excellent option for closing gaps or covering discolored teeth that do not respond well to teeth whitening procedures.

Dental veneers can be made from porcelain or from resin composite materials. Porcelain veneers resist stains better than resin veneers and better mimic the light reflecting properties of natural teeth. Resin veneers are thinner and require removal of less of the tooth surface before placement, but may require more frequent replacement.