Q. What makes GlamSmile veneers different from traditional veneers?
A. Traditional veneers are placed one at a time and require the grinding down of natural tooth structure. GlamSmile veneers are unique because up to 10 veneers can be expertly placed at one time and GlamSmile veneers do not require the painful, irreversible reduction of healthy tooth structure.

Q. I see that GlamSmile veneers look just like traditional veneers yet they cost a lot less. How can that be?
A. Advancements in veneer production and delivery technology have made it possible for GlamSmile to create a full arch of 10 high quality veneers that can be placed quickly, easily and with absolute precision in about one hour. Traditional veneers are far more labour intensive. First, the natural teeth must be ground down in preparation for the veneers. Next, temporaries are prepared and fitted. Weeks later, each individual veneer is placed one at a time. From start to finish, the traditional veneer placement process takes 5 to 8 times longer to complete than the GlamSmile procedure. It is this timesaving feature that makes GlamSmile veneers a much more affordable veneer solution.

Q. Is the GlamSmile procedure painful? Will I need shots of anaesthetic?
A. No, unlike traditional veneers (which would be very painful without shots), GlamSmile requires no anaesthesia because there’s no grinding down of tooth structure and therefore no pain.

Q. How many dental visits are necessary to complete the GlamSmile veneer process?
A. Only two short dental visits are required. The first is for a consultation, taking your “before” photographs and impressions of your teeth. At the second visit, your GlamSmile veneers are placed. Each visit takes approximately one hour.

Q. After my first appointment, how long do I have to wait before I come back for my final appointment to have my GlamSmile veneers put on?
A. Usually 3 to 4 weeks.

Q. Should I get my teeth cleaned before my second appointment?
A. If your teeth have not been cleaned within six months you should have a professional cleaning. If you plan ahead, you may be able to schedule both your impressions and a cleaning on your initial visit.

Q. With GlamSmile veneers can I use my favourite toothpaste? Will I still be able to floss my teeth?
A. Yes, you will simply brush and floss your GlamSmile veneers just as you would your natural teeth. Proper dental hygiene is essential to maintaining your beautiful GlamSmile. As with natural teeth, you should always try to use low abrasion toothpaste to effectively, but gently, remove stain, plaque and tartar.

Q. Can I eat foods like candy, corn on the cob and apples with GlamSmile veneers?
A. Yes! Remember, GlamSmile veneers look, feel and operate just like natural teeth. You can eat your favourite foods without fear of damaging your GlamSmile veneers.

Q. I would like to close the gap between my front teeth; can GlamSmile veneers work for me?
A. Yes, this “gap”, called diastema, can be successfully and permanently closed with GlamSmile veneers.

Q. I have tried many whitening treatments but they never last long and I’m still unhappy with my tooth colour. Can GlamSmile veneers be used for permanent tooth whitening?
A. GlamSmile veneers will permanently whiten severely stained (even tetracycline) and discoloured teeth once and for all. GlamSmile veneers offer a truly permanent and affordable whitening solution!

Q. My teeth are misaligned, some even overlap. Am I a GlamSmile candidate?
A. GlamSmile veneers can definitely change the shape, size and alignment of your teeth making them look straighter and more symmetrical. Since every veneer case is unique, your GlamSmile dentist will assess your smile and provide you with treatment options specific to your individual needs.

Q. I think I need braces but I don’t want to go through the long, inconvenient and unattractive process. Can I get GlamSmile veneers instead?
A. In most cases, yes! Your dentist will be able to evaluate your teeth and make the final analysis as to whether orthodontics is necessary. In cases where the misalignment is moderate, GlamSmile veneers will change the alignment and the shape of the teeth making them appear straighter and more uniform.

Q. I play a lot of sports, what happens if I chip a veneer?
A. The GlamSmile lab retains digital files of each GlamSmile case, so if replacement veneers are needed at a later date, they can be quickly produced without a new dental impression. GlamSmile is the only veneer system in the world that offers this unique benefit.

Q. What are GlamSmile veneers made of? How long are they expected to last?
A. GlamSmile veneers are made of the same time-tested, high-quality pure porcelain or custom hybrid (composite/porcelain) materials that have been successfully used to make traditional veneers. Many people who received veneers 20 years ago are still enjoying them today with no problems. With that history in mind, your GlamSmile veneers are guaranteed against manufacturer defects for 10 years.