Are you a good candidate for veneers?
Who's a good fit for veneers — and who should reconsider, wait, or pick a different procedure.
Good candidates for veneers share a few things in common: realistic goals, stable health, and a clear understanding of what the procedure can and can't do.
You may be a good candidate if…
- You're in good general health and a non-smoker (or willing to quit).
- Your weight has been stable for at least 6 months.
- Your concern is specific and definable.
- You have time built in for the recovery your surgeon describes.
- You're emotionally stable and not deciding under acute stress.
You may want to wait or reconsider if…
- You have uncontrolled medical conditions or are pregnant/nursing.
- Your expectations don't match what real cases show.
- You're still actively losing or gaining weight.
- A loved one wants the procedure for you more than you do.
Your consultation will cover
- Your medical history, medications, and prior surgeries.
- A focused physical exam.
- Standardized photographs and often AI/morphing previews.
- Risks, alternatives, and realistic outcomes for your anatomy.
- Cost, financing, and surgical scheduling.
Alternatives worth considering
Composite bonding
Sculpted directly on the tooth; reversible, much cheaper, but stains more and wears faster.
Teeth whitening + minor reshaping
If alignment and shape are good, whitening alone can transform the smile at a fraction of the cost.
Invisalign first
If alignment is the underlying issue, aligners + whitening avoid the irreversible enamel reduction veneers require.