Before You Get Ceramic Veneers: 7 Things Your Dentist Should Tell You First

Ceramic veneers are one of the most sought-after cosmetic dental treatments today. They can dramatically transform your smile by fixing discolouration, gaps, worn edges, and minor alignment issues with a natural, long-lasting finish.

But before you commit, there are a few essential things every patient must understand. A good dentist will always guide you through these points so you can make an informed decision.

Here are the 7 things your dentist should tell you before getting ceramic veneers, followed by a look at how the entire veneers process is carried out at The Dental Roots.

1. Veneers Are Completely Custom-Made for You

Ceramic veneers are not “one size fits all.”

Your dentist should explain how each veneer is individually designed to match:

• Your facial proportions
• Lip line and gum line
• Natural tooth shape
• Colour and translucency
• The smile style you prefer- natural, glamorous, broader, or more defined

At The Dental Roots, this begins with Digital Smile Design, allowing you to preview your future smile before anything is done. This ensures the final results match your expectations perfectly.

2. A Small Amount of Enamel Needs to Be Removed

One of the biggest misconceptions is that veneers require shaving teeth down drastically.

A responsible dentist will tell you that for ceramic veneers

• Only 0.3–0.7 mm of enamel is removed
• It’s mostly from the front surface
• The preparation is minimal and conservative
• This step ensures a natural fit and prevents bulky-looking veneers

However, this enamel removal is permanent, so your dentist must explain this clearly during the consultation.

3. You Must Have Healthy Teeth and Gums First

Veneers are predominantly cosmetic so they do not treat underlying dental issues.

Before you get them, your dentist should assess your gum health, presence of cavities, signs of bruxism (teeth grinding), bite alignment issues or any previous restorations.

Issues like gum disease or decay must be treated before veneers are placed.

At The Dental Roots, a full clinical exam and digital evaluation are done to ensure your oral health is stable and ready for veneer treatment.

4. Shade Selection Must Be Done Carefully

Choosing the right shade is an art. It’s not always about choosing the whitest option.

Your dentist will guide you based on:

• Your skin tone
• Shape of your face
• How many teeth are being veneered
• Whether surrounding natural teeth need whitening first
• Your preference for natural vs. Hollywood white

The aim is to achieve a bright, youthful, but believable smile.

5. Temporaries Are a Trial Version of Your Final Smile

Before you receive your final ceramic veneers, you will wear temporary veneers. Your dentist will inform you that these protect your prepared teeth.

• You can preview the size, symmetry, and length
• You can give feedback
• Adjustments can be made before the final veneers are crafted

This step is crucial in ensuring your final smile looks and feels exactly right.

6. Veneers Are Strong but They Require Care

Ceramic veneers are incredibly durable and can last 10–15 years or more.

But your dentist must tell you:

• Do not bite on very hard objects (ice, pens, nails)
• Avoid using your teeth to tear packages
• If you grind your teeth, a night guard is essential
• Maintain good oral hygiene and regular dental checkups

With proper care, veneers stay beautiful for years.

7. Veneers Cannot Fix Everything

Veneers are amazing for cosmetic enhancement but they cannot:

• Cure severe malocclusion
• Replace missing teeth
• Correct very large gaps (unless combined with orthodontics)
• Treat active dental disease

Your dentist should give you a realistic idea of what veneers can do and what they cannot.

The Veneers Process at The Dental Roots

At The Dental Roots, the veneers journey is designed to be scientifically precise, minimally invasive, and aesthetically exceptional.

Step 1: Consultation & Smile Assessment

A complete evaluation using digital scans, intra oral photos, bite analysis and X-rays (if required)

Your smile goals and expectations are discussed in detail.

Step 2: Digital Smile Design

We design your ideal smile using advanced software.

You can see a preview of your future veneers- shape, size, and shade before treatment even begins.

Step 3: Minimal Tooth Preparation

Your teeth are prepared conservatively.

We remove only as much enamel as needed to ensure a natural and seamless fit.

Step 4: Temporary Veneers

You receive aesthetically crafted temporaries that act as a “trial smile.”

This lets you test the look and feel and request adjustments.

Step 5: Fabrication of Final Ceramic Veneers

Your veneers are handcrafted using premium materials like Emax. They are customised for translucency, contour, and natural anatomy.

Step 6: Final Bonding

Once the veneers are ready, we check fit, shape, colour and bite alignment.

Then each veneer is bonded securely using advanced adhesive protocols.

Step 7: Aftercare & Follow-Up

We guide you on maintaining your veneers and schedule follow-ups to ensure your new smile is settling perfectly.

At The Dental Roots, the focus is on transparency, precision, and personalised aesthetic dentistry.

From Digital Smile Design to handcrafted ceramic artistry, every step is aimed at giving you a smile that feels natural, confident, and uniquely you.

To book your Veneer Consultation call us on +91-8130750008 or visit us at enquiry @thedentalroots.com