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What exactly do veneers do to your teeth?

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Dr. Dominick Curalli answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Shape/color: Veneers usually require about half a millimeter of enamel to be removed from the front of the tooth, and sometimes (but not always) 1-2mm from the incisal edge. Porcelain is then bonded to these surfaces and can be used to reinforce chipped teeth or change the size/shape/color/position of the teeth they are bonded to.

Answered 3/21/2015

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Dr. Felicia Mata answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Dentistry

Protects Teeth: Veneers can't only protect teeth but it is also recommended for cosmetic reasons. You can have a hollywood white smile by having veneers. The new ones that came out are very beautiful and doesn't make teeth look fake and bulky.

Answered 12/10/2013

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Dr. Gabriel Malouf answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Cover them.: Veneers cover the front (outside) of teeth. They can improve color, shape & contour, hide defects, and protect teeth. Depending on the type of veneers you choose and the way your teeth come together you may have minimal to significant modification of your teeth. Talk with your dentist to review options and considerations specific to your choice for treatment.

Answered 2/3/2015

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Dr. April Ziegele answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Dentistry

See answer: A veneer is a thin shell of porcelain that is bonded over the front and edge of a tooth. It can be used to strengthen teeth, make them appear straighter or to close gaps.

Answered 9/13/2014

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Dr. Matthew Smith answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Dentistry

Veneer: A veneer is a thin layer of material placed over a tooth, either to improve the aesthetics of a tooth or to protect a damage to a tooth's surface.

Answered 3/31/2015

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Dr. Kayvon Javid answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Cover them: Veneers are like the press on nails. In the hands of a good dentist they can give you a hollywood smiles. They may have to grind the front part of your teeth for a better more aesthetic results.

Answered 6/8/2015

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Dr. Mark Venincasa answered

Specializes in Dentistry - Cosmetic

Hmmmm..: Veneers are bonded to the teeth. While some tooth structure in removed to create a good result there should be minimal damage. Even when done well veneers may need to be replaced in 10-20 years; dental restorations are not thought to last a lifetime. Veneers are used to reshape and whiten teeth, to close gaps, to lengthen teeth, to recreate smiles, among other things.

Answered 9/2/2013

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