Procedures
Veneer
Also called porcelain veneer
A thin custom shell bonded to the front of a tooth to change its color, shape or look.
A veneer is a thin layer of porcelain or composite resin that covers the front of a tooth. It is chosen for chips, stains, small gaps or uneven shape. Preparing a tooth for a veneer usually removes a little enamel, so the change is permanent. Veneers are considered cosmetic by most insurers and are rarely covered, so the front desk should explain the fee before work begins.
Example at the front desk
Veneers are cosmetic, so I gave her a written estimate and explained her plan will not pay.