Before you consent
A useful visit tests whether veneers are suitable at all. It should leave you with a diagnosis, alternatives, risks and a written estimate—not just a proposed smile image.
The dentist should check teeth, gums, enamel, bite, grinding and existing restorations. Active decay or gum disease may need treatment first. If your concern is mainly colour or alignment, ask whether whitening, bonding or orthodontics could meet the goal with less tooth alteration.
Which teeth would be treated? How will shade and proportions fit adjacent teeth? Can you preview the result? Is enamel removal expected, and how much? What is the plan for sensitivity, a high bite, a chipped veneer or a change in your gums over time? Ask who performs each stage and who you contact if there is a problem.
Request the treatment plan, itemised quote, consent details, follow-up schedule and any care instructions in writing. If a choice feels rushed, it is reasonable to take time or seek another licensed dentist's opinion before an irreversible step.
Before you decide
No. Planning improves communication, but shade, fit, tissue response and longevity cannot be guaranteed. The dentist should explain realistic limits and how adjustments are handled.
