Porcelain Veneers Glossary

Ceramic - name given to a group of heat-resistant, mineral-based materials that are molded and fired. Porcelain is one such material.

Composite resin - a material used to make one type of dental veneer. Composite resin is made up of several substances.

Curing - a process in which a light is shone on bonding cement in order to facilitate hardening.

Dental veneers - see "porcelain veneers."

Porcelain - see "ceramic."

Porcelain veneers - also known as dental veneers and tooth veneers; thin shells of ceramic material applied to the front of the teeth in order to create a more aesthetically pleasing smile.

Tooth enamel - a thin, hard, white substance that covers the tooth.

Tooth veneers - see "porcelain veneers" and "composite resin."

Veneers - see "porcelain veneers" and "composite resin."