Dental veneers, also known as porcelain veneers, are a common cosmetic dentistry procedure and can dramatically improve your smile. Made of a small layer or facing of porcelain, they are placed over your natural teeth after a minimal amount shaving and shaping. Unlike crowns, dental veneers allow for the preservation of more natural tooth structure. They can be used to correct mildly crooked or misaligned teeth, as well as brighten a smile. Veneers can be crafted in any shade desired by the patient – meaning you can have a smile as white as a celebrity’s if you choose (but reassured, they can also be made to match more natural tooth shades).