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Chipped teeth, stained teeth, cracked teeth, discolored teeth, or crooked teeth can leave you feeling self-conscious about your smile. It may make you reluctant to open your mouth wide in public or to laugh. While you could get these problems treated with dental bonding, porcelain dental veneers, one of the most popular and versatile cosmetic dentistry options available today, can positively improve the appearance of your smile. What are veneers? Porcelain veneers are thin, semi-translucent shells made of a special ceramic material that is custom matched with your existing teeth. They are fitted and adhered to the outward surface of the tooth. This may require some preparation or shaving down of the tooth in order to accommodate the dental veneer. Certain new versions of veneers (e.g., Lumineers) will require less or no preparation of the tooth prior to placement of the veneer. Once the veneers are placed, your smile will be enhanced. Since the veneers are semi-translucent, they w