Veneers are wafer-thin shells made from ceramic or composite that are bonded to the front of the teeth to improve their appearance. Ceramic veneers are only about 0.3 to 0.7 millimetres thick and are barely distinguishable from natural teeth to the naked eye. At our moderndentistry practice in Leipzig, we make ceramic veneers individually in our in-house dental laboratory. The material is characterised by its excellent aesthetics, durability, and biocompatibility. Ceramic veneers reflect light in a similar way to natural tooth enamel and are particularly resistant to discolouration. Composite veneers are the direct alternative, usually completed in a single appointment; we show the differences in the comparison below.
Veneers for teeth work according to a simple but effective principle: they are firmly bonded to the enamel, forming a fixed new surface for the visible area of the tooth. This bond is created using a special cement that is applied under dental supervision. The thin ceramic shells are custom-made for each tooth to ensure a perfect fit. At moderndentistry in Leipzig, we use a gentle procedure that ideally requires no or only minimal grinding of the natural tooth substance. This means that the natural teeth remain largely intact, while the veneers ensure an aesthetically pleasing appearance.
There are numerous reasons why patients choose veneers in Leipzig. Among the most common are: Slight misaligned / crooked teeth or irregular tooth shapes that need to be corrected without extensive orthodontic treatment.
Worn teeth due to teeth grinding or age-related wear that have lost their original shape.
Gaps between the front teeth (diastema) that need to be closed.
Broken tooth edges or small defects that affect the appearance.