After the teeth have been prepared, molds are taken. Afterward, you and your dentist will use a shade guide to figure out how to match the color of your natural teeth as precisely as possible. The molds and shade guide are then sent to a lab to become custom veneers. It may take a week or two for the lab to return the veneers to your dentist. In the meantime, your dentist can make you a temporary veneer to wear until your next appointment. The temporary veneer is only meant to be worn for a short time. When eating with the temporary veneers, use extra caution. Make sure you don't eat anything that could fracture or damage your teeth. Learn more in our blog article, "Types of Veneers and the Cost."