Dental veneers are ultra-thin, custom-made porcelain shells bonded to the front surface of your teeth to instantly correct discolouration, chips, gaps, and shape irregularities. At Macleod Dental, we craft each veneer to blend seamlessly with your natural smile for a result that looks and feels completely yours.
Who is a good candidate?
Stubborn discolouration or staining
Teeth that don't respond to professional whitening, including tetracycline or fluorosis staining.
Chipped, cracked, or worn teeth
Veneers can restore and protect minor damage while dramatically improving appearance.
Gaps, irregular shape, or uneven edges
Small gaps between front teeth and minor shape concerns can often be resolved with veneers alone.
Desire for a complete smile makeover
Veneers are often the centrepiece of a full smile transformation, addressing multiple issues at once.
Important considerations
Active gum disease or tooth decay must be treated before veneers are placed
Severe teeth grinding (bruxism) may shorten veneer lifespan — a night guard is recommended
Sufficient enamel is needed for bonding — minimal-prep options may suit some patients
Severely misaligned teeth may benefit from orthodontics first
Our dentists will assess your oral health thoroughly and recommend the most suitable option for your goals and budget.
What are porcelain veneers?
Veneers are wafer-thin porcelain or composite resin shells permanently bonded to the front of your teeth. They can reshape, recolour, and realign your smile in as few as two appointments — with results that are both natural-looking and long-lasting.
Veneers correct a wide range of cosmetic concerns — staining that doesn’t respond to whitening, chips, cracks, uneven edges, small gaps, and teeth that appear too short or irregular. One treatment can address multiple issues simultaneously.
Modern porcelain veneers require only a tiny amount of enamel removal — far less than a crown. Minimal-prep and no-prep options are available for suitable candidates, preserving as much natural tooth structure as possible.
Each veneer is individually crafted from high-quality dental porcelain, colour-matched to your surrounding teeth or chosen as part of a smile makeover. The result is a seamless, natural-looking enhancement that reflects light just like real enamel.
The veneer process
Most veneer treatments are completed in just two to three appointments.
We discuss your goals, assess your teeth, and show you digital previews of potential outcomes.
A tiny sliver of enamel is removed, impressions taken, and temporary veneers placed while your custom ones are made.
Your veneers are precision-crafted in a dental laboratory, custom-shaded to match your smile goals.
Veneers are tried in, adjusted for fit and colour, then permanently bonded for an instant smile transformation.
A follow-up ensures comfort and bite alignment. We provide tailored care advice to help your veneers last for years.
Restore damaged or heavily filled teeth with a custom-fitted crown that provides full coverage and protection.
Professional teeth whitening can brighten your smile by several shades, complementing or preceding veneer treatment.
Combining veneers with other restorations for a complete smile and functional overhaul tailored to your needs.
Ready to transform your smile?
Book a veneer consultation at Macleod Dental today and take the first step towards the smile you’ve always wanted.
