Gaps
Spaces between teeth can be closed cosmetically by covering the front surface with custom-fit shells.
Thin, custom-made shells that cover the front of your teeth — correcting gaps, chips, stains, and misshapen teeth for a more confident smile.
You no longer need to hide your smile because of gaps, chips, stains, or misshapen teeth. With veneers, you can easily correct your teeth’s imperfections to help you have a more confident, beautiful smile. Veneers are natural in appearance and are a perfect option for patients wanting to make minor adjustments to the look and feel of their smile. Request an appointment with Dr. Adibe in Cranbury, NJ, or call (609) 395-9100.
Veneers are thin, custom-made shells made from tooth-colored materials such as porcelain. They are designed to cover the front side of your teeth. To prepare for veneers, your doctor will create a unique model of your teeth.
This model is sent to a dental technician who creates your veneers. Before placing your new veneer, your doctor may need to conservatively prepare your tooth to achieve the desired aesthetic result.
Veneers are a perfect option for patients wanting to make minor adjustments to the look and feel of their smile. These are the imperfections veneers are designed to cover.
Spaces between teeth can be closed cosmetically by covering the front surface with custom-fit shells.
Chipped or worn edges are restored to a smooth, even shape that blends with the rest of your smile.
Discoloration that does not respond to whitening can be covered, and veneers themselves are stain-resistant.
Teeth that are uneven or oddly shaped can be reshaped to look natural and proportional.
When your veneers are placed, you’ll be pleased to see that they look like your natural teeth. While veneers are stain-resistant, your doctor may recommend that you avoid coffee, tea, red wine, and tobacco to maintain the beauty of your new smile.
Beyond that, veneers are cared for like the rest of your teeth: daily brushing and flossing and regular professional cleanings keep both your veneers and the natural teeth underneath them healthy.
Veneers may be a good fit if you:
Another option may suit you better if you:
A consultation with Dr. Adibe is the most reliable way to know.
Here is how veneers compare to the main cosmetic alternatives. Dr. Adibe helps you choose the conservative option that meets your goals.
| Feature | Veneers | Crowns | Whitening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corrects shape & gaps | Yes | Yes | No |
| Covers stains | Yes | Yes | Lightens only |
| Covers the tooth | Front surface | Entire tooth | None — surface only |
| Tooth preparation | Conservative | More extensive | None |
| Best for | Minor cosmetic adjustments | Damaged / weakened teeth | Brightening healthy teeth |
These are the questions patients ask most often before choosing veneers. Dr. Adibe addresses each one at your consultation.
When your veneers are placed, you'll be pleased to see that they look like your natural teeth. Each one is custom-made and color-matched to your smile.
Veneers are stain-resistant. To maintain the beauty of your new smile, Dr. Adibe may recommend limiting coffee, tea, red wine, and tobacco.
Your doctor may need to conservatively prepare the tooth to achieve the desired aesthetic result, removing only what is needed. This is reviewed with you before treatment.
Every cosmetic treatment has tradeoffs, and a transparent conversation about them is part of informed consent. Dr. Adibe reviews these at your consultation.
Veneers are thin, custom-made shells designed to cover the front side of your teeth. As a prosthodontist — the dental specialty focused on the restoration and replacement of teeth — Dr. Adibe approaches a veneer case as a custom design problem: each unique model of your teeth is built to match the shape, proportion, and shade of your smile.
Because preparing a tooth for a veneer is not reversible, his preference is to remove only what is needed to achieve the desired aesthetic result, and to confirm that veneers — rather than whitening or a crown — are the right tool for your goals before any treatment begins.
Reviewed by Dr. Adibe · Clearbrook Advanced Dental Care, Cranbury, NJ
Veneers are thin, custom-made shells made from tooth-colored materials such as porcelain. They are designed to cover the front side of your teeth, correcting imperfections such as gaps, chips, stains, or misshapen teeth for a more confident, beautiful smile.
To prepare for veneers, your doctor will create a unique model of your teeth. This model is sent to a dental technician who creates your veneers. Before placing your new veneer, your doctor may need to conservatively prepare your tooth to achieve the desired aesthetic result.
When your veneers are placed, you'll be pleased to see that they look like your natural teeth. As a prosthodontist, Dr. Adibe matches the shape, size, and shade of each veneer to your smile so the result looks natural rather than artificial.
While veneers are stain-resistant, your doctor may recommend that you avoid coffee, tea, red wine, and tobacco to maintain the beauty of your new smile. Otherwise, you brush and floss veneers like your natural teeth and keep regular checkups.
Because placing veneers may involve conservatively preparing the tooth, that step is not reversible. Dr. Adibe removes only what is needed to achieve the desired aesthetic result, and reviews this with you before treatment so you can make an informed choice.
Veneers are a perfect option for patients wanting to make minor adjustments to the look and feel of their smile — correcting gaps, chips, stains, or misshapen teeth. A consultation with Dr. Adibe at our Cranbury office confirms whether veneers are right for your goals.
Medical Disclaimer
This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute dental or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Preparing a tooth for a veneer involves irreversible removal of enamel. Consult Dr. Adibe or a qualified dental professional regarding any questions about your oral health. Individual results may vary.
Request an appointment with Dr. Adibe at Clearbrook Advanced Dental Care in Cranbury, NJ, to find out whether porcelain veneers are right for you.