When our front teeth are chipped or discoloured, it may be necessary to place a thin restoration over the front surface to hide these discrepancies. 

These thin sheets are called veneers and can be made of composite or porcelain. They only require minimal tooth preparation and therefore conserve as much natural tooth structure as possible.

Veneers are relatively new dental restorations and their success can be attributed to advances in dental adhesives which allow them to be fixed with great strength and security to teeth.

If the discrepancy is too great or the biting force too large, a crown may have to be made instead.