Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers, sometimes called “porcelain laminates,” are thin porcelain shells that are permanently attached to the front surface of each tooth.
At Cosmetic Dentists of Houston, we offer several dental veneer options including porcelain veneers. In this video, Houston cosmetic dentist Dr. Amanda Canto discusses how porcelain veneers can be a great solution to many dental problems, including chipped teeth, spaces, and stained teeth.
Benefits of Porcelain Veneers
- Porcelain veneers are beautiful and perfectly natural looking
- Porcelain is stronger and more durable than other types of veneers
- Porcelain veneers are stain-resistant
- Porcelain is ultra-thin, for a beautiful transparency
- Long-lasting
Porcelain veneers have their shares of benefits and drawbacks, so whether they’re right for you is an important decision. However, the benefits usually outweigh everything because the veneers are so customizable and look so natural. The main benefits of porcelain veneers are:
Longevity: Porcelain veneers last longer than any other type of veneer – usually up to or over ten years. Like natural teeth, veneers can wear down and stain. However, since they last so long, replacing them is usually quite easy.
Color Stability: Porcelain veneers are designed to maintain their shade and resist discoloration and staining
Natural Look: Porcelain veneers can look incredibly natural and lifelike, especially when crafted by a skilled ceramist. At Cosmetic Dentists of Houston, we work exclusively with top ceramists to ensure the best possible results.
All these reasons and more make porcelain veneers a great solution for a beautiful smile!
Houston Porcelain Veneers: What to Know
Every smile tells a story, but sometimes the story isn’t quite finished. If you’re healthy, cavity-free, and simply not in love with how your teeth look, porcelain veneers might be the chapter you’ve been waiting to write.
Veneers work by replacing the outer layer of a tooth, which makes them one of the most versatile tools in cosmetic dentistry. Gaps, chips, discoloration, even the appearance of a mild overbite or underbite, a well-designed veneer can address all of it without touching what’s underneath. The before-and-afters speak for themselves: patients often say they don’t recognize their old smile once the new one is in place.
At Cosmetic Dentists of Houston, Dr. Amanda Canto and Dr. Maria Carolina Parraga bring decades of combined experience to every case, working hand-in-hand with some of the country’s top ceramists to design smiles that look like they were always meant to be there.
Thanks to newer porcelain materials and refined techniques, many patients today need little to no removal of natural tooth structure — the exact amount depends on your case, and that’s something we’ll walk through together at your consultation.
The process blends both worlds: precise digital smile design paired with hand-stacked porcelain artistry, so the final result feels less like a dental procedure and more like a custom-made piece of art, one that happens to live in your mouth and shows up every time you smile.
Curious whether veneers are the right fit for your smile goals? Schedule a consultation with our Houston team to find out.
Porcelain Veneers FAQ
Porcelain Veneers are a Great Aesthetic Solution to Many Dental Issues
If you suffer from tooth discoloration caused by aging, coffee stains, wine, or antibiotics such as tetracycline, porcelain veneers might be a great option for you. They can also:
- Mend broken teeth
- Fix chipped teeth
- Straighten crooked teeth
- Whiten stained teeth
- Brighten dull or aging teeth
- Repair small, cracked or fractured teeth
- Eliminate gaps or spaces in teeth
- Smooth and sculpt uneven teeth
How do I choose the right doctor?
When you are looking for a dentist, it’s important to find someone who will listen to you. At Cosmetic Dentists of Houston, Dr. Amanda Canto and Dr. Maria Carolina Parraga always take the time to listen to their patients. You need a dentist who knows your fears, concerns, and goals so that you end the process with the smile you want. Regardless of whether porcelain veneers are right for you, Dr. Canto & Dr. Parraga will help you find the best option available.
Free Houston Porcelain Veneers Consultation
Have questions? Considering porcelain veneers? Call Cosmetic Dentists of Houston today at 713-622-1977 to schedule a complimentary porcelain veneers consultation. Dr. Canto and Dr. Parraga will answer all of your questions about porcelain veneers and cosmetic dentistry.