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Veneers

# What are dental veneers? Types and benefits

By the Smile Experts clinical team · September 18, 2026 · 5 min read

![Shade guide for dental veneers](img/ca1.webp)

**Dental veneers** are very thin shells bonded to the front of the tooth to transform its shape, color and look. They're the basis of many 'smile designs'.

## What do they solve?

- Stained teeth that don't improve with whitening.
- Small gaps between teeth.
- Worn, chipped or irregularly shaped teeth.
- Smiles seeking a comprehensive aesthetic change.

## Types of veneers

The two main options are **porcelain** (very aesthetic and stain-resistant, longer-lasting) and **resin** (more affordable and faster, but less durable). The choice depends on your goals and budget.

## Benefits

- Natural, custom aesthetic result.
- Transformation in a few visits.
- Porcelain resists stains well.

> A veneer isn't just color: it's shape, proportion and harmony with your face.

## Important considerations

Some veneers require **minimal enamel** reduction, so it's a treatment that must be well planned. Beforehand it's best to have healthy gums and treated cavities. The assessment defines whether they're the best option for you or whether to combine them with other treatments.

## Frequently asked questions

### Do veneers look fake?

Well planned, no. They're designed to your color, shape and face to look natural.

### Do they damage the tooth?

Some require minimal enamel reduction. That's why a good diagnosis and planning are key.

### How long do they last?

Porcelain ones can last many years with good care; resin ones, less. It depends on habits and hygiene.

### Design your smile

Book your aesthetic assessment and discover what veneers can do for you.

[Book appointment](https://smile-experts.reservalacita.com/)

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