No Prep Veneers

With traditional (or prep) veneers, the amount of enamel removed from the surface is equivalent to the thickness of the porcelain layer that will be bonded - usually 0.5 to 0.7mm. Porcelain and composite veneers are the two most common tooth-colored materials used, but porcelain veneers require more tooth reduction than composite. Porcelain veneers are also made in a dental lab, whereas composite veneers can be prepared in the dentist's office for faster treatment.

No-prep veneers require virtually zero enamel removal. So during your visit, Dr. Joshua Ghiam will simply take impressions of your teeth and then choose the color of your veneers to match the natural shade of your teeth. Your veneers will be custom-made for a perfect fit to ensure comfort and proper bite. If there're no alignment issues, the veneer will be bonded to the tooth using dental cement and hardened using a curing light.

Before your treatment begins, Dr. Ghiam may recommend teeth whitening so your veneers can be matched to your new teeth color. Composite no-prep veneers can be placed in one appointment. However, porcelain veneers are stronger, more durable, and offer better resistance to food and tobacco staining.