VENEERS-Family and Cosmetic Dentistry Inc-Dr Rex Liu-2850 E Desert Inn Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89121

Veneers are thin custom made shells that are designed to cover the front side of the teeth. Made of tooth-colored materials, veneers are used to treat spaces between teeth and teeth that are permanently stained, poorly shaped or slightly crooked. They may also cover teeth that are chipped or worn.

Veneers are made from composite resins, acrylic material, or porcelain. Placing veneers is often an irreversible process because a small amount of the enamel is usually remove to accommodate the thickness of the shell. Anesthetic may be required depending upon the way the tooth is being prepared. The procedure requires just a few appointments.

Like any restoration, it is possible over time for veneers to come off or for decay to develop. In that case, a new veneer may be required.