If you’ve been thinking about getting veneers for a long time, you should keep in mind that part of that process is wearing a set of what are called “temporary veneers” prior to the placement of the permanent veneers. Temporary veneers are just that, temporary, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t take care of them over the two-week-long period that’s needed before permanent versions can be placed. According to a dentist, the following reasons are why temporary veneers are so important ahead of your second appointment.

While dentists can specialize in many things, there’s actually no specific specialty for cosmetic dentistry. This means that any dentist can technically call themselves a cosmetic dentist even if most of the treatments they provide fall under general dentistry. For this reason, it’s more important than ever to choose a dentist that not only has experience in the treatment you’re considering, but is willing to give your unique dental needs the attention they deserve. Here’s how you can tell these two types of dentists apart.