Do Dentists Go to Medical School?
It is one of the most common questions people ask about dentistry as a profession, and the answer is shorter than most people expect. Dentists do not…
Aug 31, 2026Clinical articles for dentists
145 articles on veneer technique, smile design, lab communication and building a cosmetic practice, organized so you can find what you need.
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Anterior Veneer Prep: Getting the Preparation Right
Most veneer cases that disappoint were decided before the porcelain was ever made. Anterior veneer prep is where a case is set up to succeed or…
Aug 31, 2026How to Become a Cosmetic Dentist
If you are looking for the residency program that turns a dentist into a cosmetic dentist, there isn’t one. That surprises a lot of people, including…
Aug 31, 2026Veneer Preparation
View all 10 Veneer Preparation articlesAnterior Veneer Prep: Getting the Preparation Right
Most veneer cases that disappoint were decided before the porcelain was ever made. Anterior veneer prep is where a case is set up to succeed or…
Aug 31, 2026Do They Shave Your Teeth for Veneers?
Dental veneers can be your ideal way to achieve a perfect smile. These veneers are made from porcelain or composite resin to cover your dental…
Jan 17, 2025Avoiding Issues with your Veneer Preparations
Avoid sharp edges on your veneer preps, we need to have rounded corners on our veneer preps. Prevent any undercuts (especially on the slice prep or…
May 6, 2024Smile Design & Planning
View all 11 Smile Design & Planning articlesHow Many Veneers Should I Do? A Practical Guide for Dentists
One of the most common clinical questions in cosmetic dentistry is: “How many veneers are ideal for a predictable, esthetic smile makeover?” Patients…
Dec 12, 2025Who Is a Candidate for Veneers? Understanding Why Patients Choose Porcelain Veneers
As dentists, we see a wide variety of motivations behind why patients start considering veneers. Most patients pursue veneers because there’s…
Dec 12, 2025The Art of Smile Design in Modern Cosmetic Dentistry
Discover the art and science of smile design in cosmetic dentistry. Learn how to customize veneers for natural, harmonious results. Cosmetic…
Dec 8, 2025No Prep & Prepless Veneers
View all 8 No Prep & Prepless Veneers articlesNo Prep Veneers Only Work for Perfect Teeth
The Myth: Many dentists believe that No Prep Veneers can only be used on patients with already “perfect” teeth, ideal alignment, spacing, and…
Dec 9, 202510 tips to get started with no prep veneers and prepless veneers
Use a Digital scanner for a digital workflow Use a Digital camera to take high quality photos of your work to help market your services Understand…
May 15, 2025Difference between No Prep Veneers, Prepless Veneers and Minimal Prep Veneers
So what are the differences between prepless and minimal prep veneers? With Prepless Porcelain Veneers, there is only minor enamel shaping…
May 15, 2025Lab & Ceramist
View all 3 Lab & Ceramist articlesHere are 8 ways to discuss shade with your lab
Here are 8 ways to discuss shade with your lab. Take pre op pics Prep pics Pre op shade pics with tab Stump shade pics with tab Final shade pics vs…
Nov 10, 2024The Key to Cosmetic Dentistry – Your Ceramist and Dental Lab
In order to do beautiful cosmetic dentistry and to do beautiful veneer cases, you have to use a highly skilled and qualified Ceramist and Dental Lab…
Aug 5, 2022Review of Shade Selection and Example of Bleach Shades of Porcelain Veneers
Here are a few slides of Bleach Shade choices to compare a few popular styles/ colors of porcelain veneers. The shade guide seen in the images is the…
Mar 17, 2022Case Studies
View all 7 Case Studies articlesThe Story of Keith Lee
Keith Lee is a mixed martial artist that struggled speaking and being on camera during his post fight interviews. In order to overcome this struggle…
Mar 3, 2025Veneer Masterclass Summary of Cases
The Veneer Masterclass shows you how 3 smile makeovers were completed from start to finish to help give you the confidence to do more veneer cases…
Apr 16, 2022Case study #3: Managing discoloration, prior restorations, narrow smile, and overlapped teeth for an 8 unit smile makeover porcelain veneers case
Our patient presented crooked and overlapped front teeth and decalcification and discoloration and stain on their teeth. Patient tried whitening and…
Mar 17, 2022Patient Education
View all 11 Patient Education articlesHow Do Lip Fillers Interact With Veneers? What Dentists Should Know
As cosmetic dentistry continues to overlap with facial esthetics, more patients are combining veneers with lip fillers to enhance their smile and…
Dec 12, 2025Crowns vs. Veneers: How to Choose the Right Restoration for Each Case
One of the most common questions during cosmetic and restorative consultations is: “Should this patient get veneers or crowns?” Both restorations can…
Dec 11, 2025Composite Veneers vs. Porcelain Veneers: What Dentists Need to Know
When patients ask about improving their smile, two of the most common restorative options you’ll discuss are composite veneers and porcelain veneers…
Dec 11, 2025Practice Growth & Marketing
View all 16 Practice Growth & Marketing articlesHow Patients Choose a Cosmetic Dentist (And How to Position Yourself as the Best Choice)
One of the most important parts of growing a cosmetic practice is understanding how patients actually choose their cosmetic dentist. Patients…
Dec 12, 2025Patient Perspective: Cosmetic Dentistry And Social Media
Here’s some insights I’ve gained when talking to patients in my office about social media and how they found us and what they liked about our page or…
Mar 3, 2025The Rise of Cosmetic Dentistry, Social Media, And Video Content
Let’s review some important statistics about the size of the market for cosmetic dentistry, social media usage, and video content. The US Cosmetic…
Oct 30, 2024From Dr. Patel
View all 9 From Dr. Patel articlesDo Dentists Go to Medical School?
It is one of the most common questions people ask about dentistry as a profession, and the answer is shorter than most people expect. Dentists do not…
Aug 31, 2026How to Become a Cosmetic Dentist
If you are looking for the residency program that turns a dentist into a cosmetic dentist, there isn’t one. That surprises a lot of people, including…
Aug 31, 2026Introduction from Dr. Tejas Patel – Welcome to Your Veneer Education Hub
As cosmetic dentistry continues to grow and patient demand rises, dentists are looking for clear systems, predictable workflows, and real-world…
Dec 5, 2025