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Dr Varun Malhotra and Dr Rupali Shah Malhotra at PRAXIS Dental offer Mumbai's finest porcelain veneers — master ceramist e.max and zirconia veneers, designed using Digital Smile Design technology so you see and approve your new smile before a single tooth is touched. Conveniently located for patients from Andheri, Vile Parle, Juhu, Santacruz, and Bandra.

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Porcelain Veneers — The Ultimate Cosmetic Smile Transformation

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What are Porcelain Veneers ?

Porcelain veneers are ultra-thin, custom-crafted ceramic shells that are bonded to the front surface of your teeth — permanently correcting colour, shape, size, alignment, and surface texture in a single, comprehensive treatment. Veneers are the gold standard of cosmetic dentistry: able to address staining that whitening cannot correct, close gaps, fix chips and cracks, improve alignment, and lengthen short or worn teeth — all in one procedure, with results that last over a decade and are virtually indistinguishable from natural tooth enamel.

At PRAXIS Dental — conveniently located for patients from Andheri, Vile Parle, Juhu, and Santacruz — Dr Varun Malhotra and Dr Rupali Shah Malhotra provide clinically advanced and aesthetically sophisticated porcelain veneers in Mumbai, India for cosmetic dentistry and smile makeovers.

Every case includes a Digital Smile Design to preview your proposed new smile on screen — and approve the design completely before a single tooth is prepared. Every veneer is then custom-fabricated by a master ceramist laboratory to match the approved design with extraordinary precision. The result is a smile transformation that is both clinically excellent and undeniably beautiful.

Whether you are in Andheri West, Vile Parle, Juhu, Santacruz, Bandra, or anywhere across Mumbai — PRAXIS Dental is your destination for the most skilled, most thorough, and most aesthetically refined porcelain veneers in Mumbai. Dr Varun Malhotra holds the Dr T.M.A. Pai Gold Medal in Oral Implantology from Manipal Academy; Dr Rupali Shah Malhotra is a specialist in aesthetic smile design and Digital Smile Design. Together, they represent the highest standard of cosmetic dental care.

Why PRAXIS Dental Is the Best Choice for Porcelain Veneers in Mumbai ?

There are many cosmetic dentists in Mumbai — but the quality of porcelain veneers varies enormously. What sets PRAXIS Dental apart is a combination of clinical credentialling, aesthetic design expertise, and master ceramist materials that few practices in Mumbai can match.

Dr Rupali Shah Malhotra — Aesthetic Design Specialist

Every veneer case at PRAXIS is led by Dr Rupali Shah Malhotra — a cosmetic dentist whose sole clinical focus is aesthetic smile design. Her expertise in shade mapping, tooth proportion analysis, and Digital Smile Design ensures every veneer is designed with both artistic sensitivity and scientific precision. No template results — every smile is uniquely designed.

Digital Smile Design — See Your Result Before Treatment

PRAXIS is one of the very few dental practices in the Andheri and Vile Parle area that offers genuine Digital Smile Design (DSD). Using your facial photographs and DSD software, a photorealistic digital preview of your new smile is created — shown, refined, and approved by you before any tooth preparation begins. A physical wax trial smile is also placed in your mouth for a 3D preview.

Master Ceramist Laboratory — e.max & Zirconia

The single most important quality determinant for porcelain veneers — beyond the dentist's skill — is the ceramist who makes them. Every PRAXIS Dental veneer is fabricated by a master ceramist using e.max lithium disilicate or full-zirconia materials. The result is veneers with the natural translucency, colour gradation, and surface texture of real enamel — not the flat, opaque, "chiclet" appearance common with lower-quality work in Mumbai.

Award-Winning Clinical Credentials

Dr Varun Malhotra holds the Dr T.M.A. Pai Gold Medal and Trophy in Oral Implantology from Manipal Academy — reflecting a clinical standard that is applied to every case at PRAXIS. His expertise across implantology, endodontics, and cosmetic dentistry means veneer cases involving missing teeth (implant crowns) or post-root canal restorations are managed with complete integrated clinical precision.

Minimally Invasive — Maximum Tooth Preservation

At PRAXIS, the approach to veneer preparation is always the most conservative technique that achieves the clinical goal. Many patients receive minimal-prep or ultra-thin veneers (0.3mm or less enamel removal) where the tooth shade and position allow. This preserves maximum natural tooth structure while delivering the desired aesthetic result.

Every Cosmetic Treatment Under One Roof

A complete veneer smile makeover may require whitening (before veneer shade selection), gum contouring, dental implants for missing teeth, or orthodontic pre-positioning. At PRAXIS Dental — unlike most cosmetic practices in Andheri or Vile Parle — all of these specialties are available under one roof, coordinated seamlessly for the most complete result.

Complete Pricing Transparency

Every veneer case at PRAXIS comes with a detailed cost breakdown before any treatment begins — covering the DSD consultation, whitening (if recommended), gum treatment, veneer preparation, temporaries, ceramist fabrication, bonding, and aftercare. The price you are quoted is the price you pay. Patients from Andheri to Vile Parle to international NRI patients find our pricing structure clear and honest.

Trusted by Patients Across Mumbai & NRI Patients Internationally

PRAXIS Dental's reputation extends well beyond Andheri and Vile Parle — patients travel from Bandra, Santacruz, Borivali, Thane, Navi Mumbai, and internationally (UK, UAE, Australia, USA) for Dr Varun Malhotra and Dr Rupali Shah Malhotra's veneer expertise. International patients planning dental visits to Mumbai find PRAXIS ideally positioned for concentrated treatment scheduling.

Types of Dental Veneers Available in Mumbai at PRAXIS Dental

At PRAXIS Dental, we offer every type of dental veneer — from same-day composite to master ceramist e.max porcelain — selected based on your clinical situation, aesthetic goals, and budget after your Digital Smile Design consultation.

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e.max Porcelain Veneers — Master Ceramist

e.max (lithium disilicate) is the world's leading material for porcelain veneers — delivering an extraordinary combination of strength (400 MPa flexural strength), translucency, and natural optical properties that match real tooth enamel more faithfully than any other veneer material.
Every PRAXIS e.max veneer is fabricated by a master ceramist to the exact DSD specification — with layered characterisation and custom shade gradation that makes them look completely natural in any light. The gold standard for anterior smile makeovers in Mumbai.

Materiale.max lithium disilicate
Thickness0.3–0.5mm (ultra-thin)
Longevity12–20+ years
Teeth6–12 front teeth
₹15,000 – ₹25,000 per veneer
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Maximum Strength

Zirconia Veneers & Full-Coverage Zirconia

Zirconia is an exceptional ceramic material — extraordinarily strong (1,000+ MPa) and highly biocompatible. Zirconia veneers or full-coverage zirconia crowns are recommended where maximum durability is required, particularly for patients who grind their teeth (bruxism), have heavily restored teeth requiring more than a conventional veneer, or need a combination of veneer and crown-level coverage.
Modern high-translucency zirconia (monolithic) delivers natural aesthetics alongside this extraordinary strength.

MaterialFull zirconia / HT zirconia
Strength1,000+ MPa
Longevity15–25+ years
Best forBruxists, heavy restorers
₹12,000 – ₹20,000 per unit
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Same-Day Option

Composite Veneers — Direct Bonding Makeover

Composite veneers are tooth-coloured resin applied and sculpted directly onto your teeth in a single appointment — no laboratory, no temporaries, and in most cases no anaesthesia required. A full composite smile makeover at PRAXIS Dental can correct chips, gaps, discolouration, and shape inconsistencies in one comfortable visit. Composite veneers are more affordable than porcelain, reversible, and an excellent option for patients wanting to preview a design before committing to porcelain — or for younger patients whose teeth may still change.

DurationSingle visit (1–3 hrs)
Longevity4–8 years
AnaesthesiaUsually none needed
ReversibleYes
₹7,000 – ₹12,000 per tooth
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No-Prep & Minimal-Prep Veneers

No-prep and minimal-prep veneers require little or no enamel reduction before placement — making them the most conservative approach to veneers where clinically applicable. At PRAXIS, ultra-thin porcelain shells (0.2–0.3mm) are fabricated to fit over the existing tooth surface with minimal or zero preparation. This is ideal for patients with naturally smaller, shorter, or spaced teeth, or those who want to add shape and volume without removing healthy enamel. Suitability is assessed clinically after DSD analysis — not all cases qualify.

PrepMinimal or none
ReversiblePartly (minimal prep)
Thickness0.2–0.3mm
SuitabilityCase-dependent
₹14,000 – ₹22,000 per veneer
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Smile Concerns Fixed by Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain veneers are the most versatile cosmetic dental treatment available — able to correct virtually any aesthetic imperfection of the front teeth in a single procedure. These are the most common concerns patients bring to PRAXIS Dental.

1. Stained or Discoloured Teeth

Intrinsic staining from tetracycline, fluorosis, or deep ageing discolouration that professional whitening cannot correct responds perfectly to porcelain veneers — which are fabricated in any chosen shade, from a natural ivory to a bright Hollywood white. A permanent, stain-resistant result.

2. Chipped, Cracked, or Fractured Teeth

Chips, cracks, and fractures — whether from accidents, sports injuries, or biting on hard foods — are immediately and permanently corrected by porcelain veneers. The veneer covers the entire visible front surface, restoring ideal shape and protecting the underlying tooth from further damage.

3. Gaps Between Teeth (Diastema)

A gap between the upper front teeth — or multiple spacing issues across the smile — is one of the most common veneer indications seen at PRAXIS Dental Mumbai. Veneers close gaps instantly, with no orthodontic waiting period, and can correct the tooth proportions to make the closure look completely natural.

4. Short, Small, or Worn Teeth

Teeth shortened by natural attrition, acid erosion, or bruxism (grinding) create an aged, unbalanced smile. Porcelain veneers restore ideal tooth length, width, and proportions — simultaneously improving aesthetics and restoring lost vertical dimension for improved chewing and jaw comfort.

5. Mildly Crooked or Uneven Teeth

Mild rotations, slight crowding, and uneven tooth heights that would require lengthy orthodontic treatment can often be corrected immediately with porcelain veneers — without braces or aligners. Dr Varun Malhotra always recommends orthodontics where veneers would be too thin or involve excessive tooth preparation to achieve the result safely.

6. Asymmetrical or Misshapen Teeth

Peg laterals (unusually small upper lateral incisors), irregularly shaped teeth, or asymmetrical teeth that have always bothered you — porcelain veneers rebuild each tooth to an ideal, harmonious proportion aligned with your facial midline and smile arc. The DSD process designs this precisely before treatment begins.

7. Old or Discoloured Composite Restorations

Old composite fillings on front teeth that have discoloured, worn, or created an uneven appearance are a common reason patients from Andheri and Vile Parle visit PRAXIS for veneers. Replacing old composites with master ceramist porcelain veneers delivers a uniform, long-lasting, and completely natural appearance.

8. Darkened Post-Root Canal Teeth

A single tooth that darkened after root canal treatment can be dramatically improved with a porcelain veneer or ceramic crown — fabricated to exactly match the shade of your surrounding teeth. This is often combined with internal bleaching of the tooth before veneer placement for the best long-term colour match and stability.

How Porcelain Veneers Are Done at PRAXIS Dental, Mumbai — Step by Step

Exactly what to expect from your first consultation to your final beautiful smile — the complete porcelain veneer process at PRAXIS Dental.

01

Digital Smile Design Consultation & Photography

  • Your veneer journey begins with a detailed aesthetic consultation focused entirely on your smile goals, your concerns, and what kind of result you want to achieve.

02

Digital Smile Design Preview & Wax Mockup Trial

  • Using your photographs, Dr Rupali Shah Malhotra creates your digital smile design — the unique, defining feature of the PRAXIS veneer process that most cosmetic practices do not offer.

03

Pre-Veneer Preparation (Teeth Whitening & Gum Treatment)

  • For patients whose plan includes teeth whitening or gum contouring before veneers, these preparatory treatments are performed first — building the ideal foundation for the veneer outcome.

    04

    Veneer Preparation & Precision Impressions

    • The teeth are conservatively prepared to receive the veneers — guided precisely by the DSD blueprint — and precision impressions or digital scans are taken for the master ceramist laboratory.

    05

    Master Ceramist Laboratory Fabrication (10–14 Days)

    • Your custom e.max or zirconia veneers are handcrafted by the master ceramist laboratory to the exact DSD specification — with multiple layers of ceramic, custom characterisation, and individual shade graduation.

    06

    Try-In, Final Bonding & Your New Smile Revealed

    • The completed veneers are assessed at try-in and permanently bonded to your teeth — this is the appointment where your transformation is finally complete.

    Porcelain Veneers vs Alternatives — Which Is Right for You?

    At PRAXIS Dental we always recommends the most conservative, effective treatment for each patient's situation. Here is how porcelain veneers compare to the alternatives across the key decision factors.

    Treatment Factor Porcelain Veneers Composite Veneers Teeth Whitening Ceramic Crowns Clear Aligners
    Longevity 10–20+ years 4–8 years 1–3 years 15–25+ years Permanent (with retainers)
    Shade Correction Any shade, permanent Good (some staining over time) Natural teeth only, 4–10 shades Any shade, permanent None
    Shape Correction Complete Good None Complete None
    Gap Closure Immediate, permanent Immediate No Yes Yes (but takes 12–24 months)
    Tooth Reduction Required Minimal (0.3–0.5mm) None or minimal None Significant (1.5–2mm) None
    Stain Resistance Excellent Moderate (polishable) Results fade with diet Excellent N/A
    Best Suited For Colour + shape + alignment in one Mild correction, budget-conscious Natural staining only Heavily restored teeth Significant misalignment
    Cost (per tooth / session) ₹12,000–₹25,000 ₹7,000–₹12,000 ₹12,000–₹15,000 (full mouth) ₹9,000–₹18,000 ₹1,50,000–₹4,00,000 (full case)

    Porcelain Veneer Cost in Mumbai — PRAXIS Dental Transparent Pricing

    We believe complete pricing transparency is a fundamental part of exceptional patient care. The following are all-inclusive approximate costs for porcelain veneers and related cosmetic treatments at PRAXIS Dental Mumbai. An exact itemised quote is always provided after your Digital Smile Design consultation — before any commitment. The DSD consultation fee is fully redeemable against your treatment cost.

    Treatment Details Approx. Cost (INR ₹)
    Digital Smile Design (DSD) Consultation Full analysis + digital preview + wax mockup (redeemable against treatment) ₹2,000 – ₹5,000
    Composite Veneer / Direct Bonding Per tooth — same-day, direct resin sculpting ₹7,000 – ₹12,000 per tooth
    Composite Smile Makeover (6–8 teeth) Same-day full-smile composite transformation ₹42,000 – ₹96,000
    e.max Porcelain Veneer — Standard Per veneer — master ceramist, e.max lithium disilicate ₹15,000 – ₹20,000 per veneer
    e.max Porcelain Veneer — Premium Characterised Per veneer — highest characterisation, maximum realism ₹20,000 – ₹25,000 per veneer
    Porcelain Veneer Smile Makeover (8 veneers) 8-tooth complete smile makeover — e.max master ceramist ₹1,20,000 – ₹2,00,000
    Porcelain Veneer Smile Makeover (10 veneers) 10-tooth complete smile makeover — e.max master ceramist ₹1,50,000 – ₹2,50,000
    Zirconia Veneer / Zirconia Crown Per unit — maximum strength, for bruxists or heavily restored teeth ₹12,000 – ₹20,000 per unit
    No-Prep / Minimal-Prep Ultra-Thin Veneers Per veneer — specialist, case-dependent ₹14,000 – ₹22,000 per veneer
    Professional Teeth Whitening (pre-veneer) In-office — establishes shade baseline before veneer fabrication ₹12,000 – ₹15,000
    Laser Gum Contouring (pre-veneer) Per arch — rebalances gum line before veneer preparation ₹8,000 – ₹20,000
    Veneer Aftercare Nightguard Custom-moulded protection for bruxists ₹5,000 – ₹10,000

    * All prices are all-inclusive indicative costs confirmed in writing after your DSD consultation. No hidden charges at any stage. Equivalent e.max porcelain veneers in the UK cost £800–£1,500 per veneer; in Australia AUD $1,500–$2,500 per veneer — 4–6× Mumbai costs for the same master ceramist quality and materials. Book your DSD consultation to get an exact quote →

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    Dr Varun Malhotra & Dr Rupali Shah Malhotra — Mumbai's Finest Porcelain Veneer Specialists

    Patients from Andheri, Vile Parle, Juhu, Santacruz, and Bandra who are looking for the best porcelain veneers in Mumbai consistently find their way to PRAXIS Dental — and Dr Varun Malhotra and Dr Rupali Shah Malhotra's combined expertise is the reason. Over 24 years of dedicated cosmetic dental practice in Mumbai, hundreds of veneer cases, and a commitment to clinical excellence that has earned Dr Varun the Dr T.M.A. Pai Gold Medal and Trophy in Oral Implantology from Manipal Academy — India's most prestigious recognition of clinical excellence in dentistry.

    What truly distinguishes PRAXIS from other cosmetic dental practices in Andheri and Vile Parle is the combination of two complementary specialists working on every veneer case. Dr Rupali Shah Malhotra leads the aesthetic design process — DSD analysis, shade prescription, facial proportion mapping, and ceramist communication — bringing a dedicated cosmetic designer's eye to every smile plan. Dr Varun Malhotra provides the clinical foundation: implants where needed, endodontic treatment where indicated, and the precision bonding technique that ensures every veneer performs clinically as well as it looks aesthetically.

    Dr Rupali Shah Malhotra — porcelain veneer and aesthetic smile design specialist PRAXIS Dental Mumbai Andheri Vile Parle
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    Frequently Asked Questions — Porcelain Veneers

    Everything patients ask about porcelain veneers — cost, process, longevity, candidacy, and care — answered by Dr Varun Malhotra and Dr Rupali Shah Malhotra at PRAXIS Dental, Mumbai.

    Porcelain veneers at PRAXIS Dental Mumbai cost approximately ₹15,000–₹25,000 per veneer for e.max master ceramist veneers. Composite veneers are ₹7,000–₹12,000 per tooth. A complete 8-tooth e.max smile makeover costs ₹1,20,000–₹2,00,000; a 10-tooth makeover ₹1,50,000–₹2,50,000. A DSD consultation (₹2,000–₹5,000, redeemable) is required to provide an exact, all-inclusive itemised quote for your specific case. All costs are confirmed in writing before treatment begins — no hidden charges.
    PRAXIS Dental, led by Dr Varun Malhotra and Dr Rupali Shah Malhotra, is consistently regarded as one of the best practices for porcelain veneers near Andheri and Vile Parle in Mumbai. What distinguishes PRAXIS from other cosmetic dental practices in the Andheri area: genuine Digital Smile Design technology (rare in the area), master ceramist e.max veneers (not standard ceramist), the combined expertise of an aesthetic design specialist (Dr Rupali) and an award-winning restorative dentist and implantologist (Dr Varun), and 24+ years of cosmetic dental experience in Mumbai.
    Yes — at PRAXIS Dental Mumbai this is standard practice and a non-negotiable part of every veneer case. The Digital Smile Design (DSD) process creates a photorealistic digital preview of your proposed new smile using your facial photographs. You view, refine, and approve the design. A physical wax mockup is then placed in your mouth so you see and feel the result in three dimensions before any tooth preparation. You say yes to the design before any clinical commitment — eliminating guesswork, uncertainty, and the risk of disappointment.
    Porcelain veneers are considered irreversible because a minimal amount of enamel (0.3–0.5mm) is removed from the tooth surface before bonding — meaning you will always need either veneers or a crown on those teeth going forward. The veneers themselves are not permanent — they typically last 10–20 years before needing replacement. At PRAXIS, the most conservative preparation technique is used; non-prep and minimal-prep veneers are used where clinically appropriate to preserve maximum natural tooth structure.
    e.max porcelain veneers (₹15,000–₹25,000 per veneer) are custom-fabricated in a master ceramist laboratory from lithium disilicate ceramic — delivering superior aesthetics, natural light transmission, stain resistance, and longevity (10–20+ years). They require 2–3 visits over 2–3 weeks. Composite veneers (₹7,000–₹12,000 per tooth) are sculpted directly onto the teeth in a single same-day visit from tooth-coloured resin — faster, more affordable, reversible, but less durable (4–8 years) and more prone to gradual staining. Both are available at PRAXIS Dental Mumbai and recommended based on your clinical situation and goals.
    Master ceramist e.max porcelain veneers at PRAXIS Dental Mumbai typically last 12–20+ years with proper care. Key longevity factors: brush twice daily with a non-abrasive fluoride toothpaste; floss daily; wear a custom nightguard if you grind your teeth at night (essential for bruxists — veneers can chip under grinding forces); avoid very hard foods (ice, hard sweets, pen caps); limit coffee, tea, and red wine; and attend six-monthly professional check-ups and cleaning at PRAXIS Dental. Many PRAXIS patients enjoy their veneers well beyond 15 years.
    Porcelain veneer preparation at PRAXIS Dental Mumbai is performed under local anaesthesia — completely numbing the teeth and surrounding area. Most patients experience no discomfort during the procedure. Post-preparation sensitivity is mild in most cases — a slight sensitivity to temperature for 24–72 hours after preparation — which the temporary veneers reduce by covering the prepared enamel. By the final bonding appointment, sensitivity has typically resolved entirely. Composite veneers in a single visit typically require no anaesthesia at all.
    Most adults who are unhappy with one or more aspects of their front tooth appearance — colour, shape, size, alignment, gaps, chips, or cracks — are candidates for porcelain veneers, provided their underlying dental health is good (or can be made good as part of the treatment plan). Veneers are not suitable for patients with active gum disease or untreated decay (which must be resolved first), or for those with very little remaining enamel on the front teeth (a crown may be more appropriate). Severe grinding without nightguard compliance is also a contraindication for standard veneers. Dr Varun Malhotra assesses your individual suitability during the DSD consultation.
    A standard porcelain veneer case at PRAXIS Dental Mumbai involves: Appointment 1 — DSD consultation and photography (1 hour). Appointment 2 — Wax mockup trial smile (30 minutes). Appointment 3 — Tooth preparation, impressions, temporary veneers (2–3 hours). Appointment 4 (10–14 days later) — Final veneer bonding (2–3 hours). If whitening is planned beforehand, add 1 appointment. If gum contouring is included, add 1 appointment. Total timeline: approximately 2–4 weeks for a standard veneer case at PRAXIS Dental.
    Yes — where natural teeth are visible alongside the veneers. Teeth whitening should always be completed before veneer fabrication, not after. The reason: porcelain veneers are shade-matched to your natural teeth at the time of fabrication. If you whiten after the veneers are bonded, your natural teeth will brighten but the ceramic veneers will not — creating a shade mismatch. By whitening first, the veneers are shade-matched to your brightest possible baseline, and the entire smile has a uniformly bright, natural result. At PRAXIS, the DSD plan always sequences whitening and veneers in the correct clinical order.
    Patients who grind their teeth (bruxism) require specific veneer planning . For moderate grinders: e.max porcelain veneers with a custom-made nightguard (occlusal splint) to be worn every night — the nightguard absorbs the grinding forces that would otherwise chip or fracture the veneers. For severe bruxists: zirconia veneers or full-coverage zirconia crowns may be recommended, as zirconia is far more resistant to fracture under bruxism forces than e.max. Active, uncontrolled bruxism without nightguard compliance is a contraindication to veneer placement at PRAXIS Dental.
    Master ceramist e.max porcelain veneers at PRAXIS Dental Mumbai look extraordinarily natural — to the point that nobody looking at you will know they are not your real teeth. The key factors that determine how natural veneers look are: the skill of the ceramist (master ceramist vs standard ceramist), the material (e.max with layered characterisation vs monolithic), the shade prescription (custom multi-tone vs flat single shade), and the design (DSD with facial proportion analysis vs template design). At PRAXIS, all of these factors are optimised — which is why the results consistently look natural, not artificially uniform or "fake."
    Yes — closing a gap between the front teeth (diastema closure) is one of the most common and transformative uses of porcelain veneers in Mumbai, and one of the most frequent requests at PRAXIS Dental from patients in Andheri, Vile Parle, and across the city. Veneers close the gap immediately — no orthodontic waiting period — by widening the adjacent teeth slightly to fill the space. The DSD process designs the exact new tooth width needed to close the gap naturally, ensuring the closed teeth look proportionate and normal rather than artificially wide. Small to moderate gaps are ideal for veneer closure; very large gaps (over 4mm) may benefit from a combination of orthodontics and veneers for the most natural result.
    Caring for porcelain veneers at home: brush twice daily with a soft-bristle brush and a non-abrasive fluoride toothpaste (avoid abrasive whitening toothpastes); floss daily or use an interdental brush; avoid biting very hard foods directly with your veneers (ice, hard nuts, pens, bottle caps); limit tea, coffee, red wine, and tobacco to reduce gradual staining at the veneer margins; wear a custom nightguard every night if you clench or grind; and attend a professional check-up and cleaning every 6 months at PRAXIS Dental Mumbai. PRAXIS provides a written personalised aftercare plan after every veneer case.
    Yes — single or two-tooth veneers are performed at PRAXIS Dental Mumbai for patients with an isolated chip, crack, staining, or shape issue on just one or two front teeth. The key challenge with single-tooth veneers is shade matching — ensuring the new veneer is indistinguishable from the surrounding natural teeth. At PRAXIS, this is achieved through meticulous shade mapping by Dr Rupali Shah Malhotra and precise master ceramist shade prescription. Natural tooth teeth are also whitened first (where applicable) before the veneer shade is selected, to achieve the closest possible match.
    Contact PRAXIS Dental by: WhatsApp or phone at +91-9920650600; email at [email protected]; or our online contact and appointment form. We welcome patients from Andheri West, Andheri East, Vile Parle West, Vile Parle East, Juhu, Santacruz, Bandra, and across Mumbai. The DSD consultation fee (₹2,000–₹5,000) is fully redeemable against your veneer treatment cost. Appointments available Monday–Saturday, 10am–8pm.
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