^{The best part about porcelain laminate veneers is that they can be placed in two visits. The technique consists of first shaving a thin layer of outer tooth structure (about the thickness of an eggshell). An impression is then taken of the prepared teeth and is sent to a dental laboratory. In the lab, a ceramist will make very thin porcelain facings consisting of all the changes in shape, size, color and teeth arrangement that are needed to have a great looking smile. At the second visit, the laminates are bonded onto the prepared teeth with a white light gun. The bonding material acts as an adhesive for the laminates.}

^{Porcelain laminates are the most popular techniques used for dramatic smile makeovers.}

^{Treatment Time: Two office visits. The teeth will be prepared and an impression made on the first visit, which can take from one to four hours. The laminates will be fitted and inserted at the second visit, which may take the same amount of time. Expect to spend more time for more extensive treatment.}

^{Patient Maintenance: The teeth should be professionally cleaned about three to four times yearly. Some precautions: as with bonding and crowning, take special care when chewing hard foods or biting into foods with your laminated teeth, to avoid chipping or potential fracture.}

^{Results of Treatment: A polished, natural-appearing result that can make teeth appear straighter, whiter.}

^{Average Range of Treatment Life Expectancy: Ten to fifteen years.}

^{Cost: Approximately $1400 to $1800.}