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What Are Porcelain Veneers?

Porcelain veneers are ultra-thin, custom-made shells of porcelain glass designed to be bonded to the front surface of your teeth. They are essentially a substitute for tooth enamel and are meticulously crafted to fit perfectly over your natural tooth.

Veneers are highly versatile and are used to conceal a variety of dental imperfections. They offer a durable, aesthetic solution for correcting issues with the colour, shape, size, or length of your teeth, giving you a symmetrical and naturally radiant smile.

Why Choose Porcelain Veneers?

Porcelain veneers offer numerous advantages for patients seeking a permanent aesthetic enhancement.

  • CheckmarkConceals imperfections such as chips, cracks, and severe discolouration.
  • CheckmarkCorrects alignment of mildly crooked or unevenly spaced teeth.
  • CheckmarkHighly durable and resistant to staining, maintaining a bright look.
  • CheckmarkCustom-made to ensure they look perfectly natural and fit your face.
  • CheckmarkMinimal preparation required compared to full crowns.
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The Process of Receiving Veneers

  • Consultation & Design: We discuss your goals and use digital planning to design your perfect smile, selecting the ideal shade and shape for your veneers.
  • Preparation: A minimal amount of enamel is carefully removed to ensure the veneers sit seamlessly and naturally on your teeth.
  • Impression Taking: Precise impressions are taken and sent to our specialist dental laboratory for the creation of your custom porcelain shells.
  • Final Bonding: Once your bespoke veneers return, they are permanently bonded to your teeth, completing your smile transformation.

Veneers vs. Composite Bonding

Porcelain Veneers

Offer maximum longevity, superior stain resistance, and a highly durable, custom aesthetic.

Composite Veneers (Bonding)

Less invasive, lower cost, quicker to apply (often in one visit), but less stain-resistant and may not last as long.

Your Choice

We will guide you through the pros and cons of each material based on your budget, goals, and desired longevity.

FAQs

Your concerns, answered clearly and honestly.

Can I preview my veneers and smile before they are finally fitted?

A digital smile test drive will be done before you actually go in for porcelain veneers. This will give you an idea and feel of how the new smile will look after the actual veneers are fitted. You can use these temporary test drive for a few days to show your loved ones and get a feel of the new smile.

How much do veneers cost?

The cost of porcelain veneers starts from £695 per tooth.

What is the most common reason to have veneers replaced?

The porcelain veneer is very strong and should not break under normal circumstances. If gum recession occurs the root of the tooth may become exposed. Patients may want new veneers to cover the roots. The integrity of veneered teeth is marginally compromised, and the veneer is bonded to the existing teeth. There is no higher incidence of decay provided that the veneers are properly cared for as detailed above, regular brushing with toothpaste, and flossing.

How do I care for my veneers?

Brushing two times each day for two minutes, flossing daily, and wearing a bite guard at night are great ways to protect the veneers. It is also beneficial to avoid eating very hard foods like almonds, or cracking shells with the front veneers.

How many veneers do I need?

A prosthodontic consultation is needed to determine how many veneers are required or if veneers are the best option. It is a good idea to have an even number of veneers. Two, four, eight, ten or twelve veneers give the best aesthetic results.

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