The process of getting dental veneers requires two appointments with your dentist. During the first visit, your dentist will examine your mouth and take impressions that a ceramist will use to fabricate the porcelain or composite resin shells that will cover each tooth receiving a veneer. Your dentist may also perform some light enamel removal in order to prepare the surface for bonding and create a space for the thickness of the shell. At this point, you may receive temporary dental restorations if necessary until your final appointment is scheduled. During this second visit, the finished veneer will be bonded onto each tooth after being checked for color matching and size accuracy – adjustments may be made before cementing them in place permanently.