Yes, generally veneers are considered a cosmetic procedure. Cosmetic dental procedures deal with fixing your smile and the general appearance of your teeth. Because these types of procedures are usually not considered to be medically necessary to healthy oral function, they fall into the cosmetic category.

When would veneers be medically necessary?

These replacements could be medically necessary, if “the seal of a previously placed laminate has deteriorated to the point where plaque can now accumulate underneath it, thus placing your [patient's] tooth at risk for decay” (Staff Dentist 2019).

Is there a medical reason for veneers?

When people think of dental veneers, they often assume they're only a cosmetic treatment. While this treatment is primarily for cosmetic concerns, it can also offer a more conservative and less invasive solution for some medical issues, like tooth decay, cracks, and chips.