What natural means
Translucency at the edges, slight variation between teeth, a shade a tone above nature rather than a shade from a paint chart, and proportions that follow the face. The smile should be noticed as beautiful, not as dental.
Why it is harder
A uniform white set of veneers hides errors; a natural smile shows them. The design has to be right, the ceramist has to layer the porcelain, and the shade has to be chosen in daylight.
Why it is worth it
A natural smile ages with the person and never needs explaining. It is the result that patients stop thinking about, which is the outcome the clinic works for.
