Veneers are simple restorations that can be completed in a couple of visits to the dentist’s practice. The dentist cleans the teeth thoroughly to get rid of the microbes and disinfect them. The tooth receiving the veneer will be buffed to remove a thin layer of enamel from its surface. This creates space for the veneer to be placed while keeping the tooth’s size healthy. The dentist uses a digital hand-held scanning device to scan the tooth and create a digital mold. It will be shared with a dental laboratory to fabricate the restoration.

During the next visit, the dentist prepares the tooth for the restoration by cleaning it. The veneer will be placed on the tooth and checked for perfect fit and comfort. If it doesn’t fit, minor changes will be made to its structure. An etching solution helps to roughen the tooth so that the veneer can adhere well to its surface. The dentist uses photosensitive dental adhesives to bond it to the tooth, after which it will be hardened using a curing light. It will be polished to enhance its appearance.