Olivia* had completed her Invisalign treatment with her orthodontist. Her teeth were straight, and she wanted to finish her smile by correcting the shapes of her peg lateral teeth, the small teeth next to her two front teeth.
Why I Recommended Veneers Instead of Bonding
Olivia originally wanted composite bonding, but I strongly discouraged it. Bonding often fails in less than 5 years, and it doesn’t look as beautiful as porcelain veneers.
Yes, composite bonding does look good at first. But it needs significantly more maintenance to keep its polish and to prevent staining and chipping, and most patients aren’t able to keep up with it.
Her Treatment: 2 Minimal-Prep Veneers
To complete her case, I created 2 minimal-prep veneers for her peg laterals. No anesthesia was used, and only 2 appointments were needed.
The Result
Her smile looks more balanced and symmetrical. Olivia was very happy with her result right away, and when she came in for her 6-month check-up, she told us she absolutely loves her smile.
The best part: she can expect her veneers to last a decade or more, without chipping or discoloration.
See more results in our before and after gallery, or learn more about porcelain veneers and Invisalign.
*All photos and stories are of actual patients. Patient names changed for confidentiality.
