Thin ceramic coverings planned tooth by tooth after examination.
A veneer is a thin shell of porcelain bonded to the front surface of a tooth. Veneers can improve the colour, shape, size or alignment of front teeth that are stained, chipped, worn or slightly uneven.
To fit a veneer, a thin layer of enamel is usually removed so the veneer sits naturally. This step is permanent, which is why each tooth is assessed individually and the least invasive option that achieves your goal is preferred.
These are general points only. Your dentist confirms what is suitable after an examination, which usually includes X-rays or a 3D scan, and may recommend a different or more conservative option.
You send photos of your smile and any recent X-rays. The dentist gives a first view of which teeth may benefit.
In clinic, the dentist examines and scans your teeth and agrees the shape and shade with you.
A thin layer of enamel is removed under local anaesthesia, scans are taken and temporaries are placed.
The finished veneers are tried in, adjusted if needed and bonded permanently.
If your teeth are prepared, you wear temporary restorations while the final ones are made. They look reasonable but are less strong, so soft foods are sensible.
The final restorations are tried in, checked for fit, colour and bite, and then bonded or cemented in place.
Some sensitivity and a short period of getting used to the new shape and bite are normal. Tell your dentist if your bite feels uneven, as small adjustments are simple.
Brush twice daily, clean between your teeth, avoid using your teeth as tools and keep regular check-ups and hygiene visits with your local dentist.
Timelines vary between people. Always follow the aftercare instructions from your treating clinic.
Preparing teeth for porcelain veneers removes a thin layer of enamel, which is permanent. Done carefully, the tooth underneath stays healthy, but it will always need a veneer or other restoration.
With good care, porcelain veneers often last ten years or more, but they may eventually need replacing. Grinding, biting hard objects and gum recession shorten their life.
It depends on the treatment. Ceramic veneers and crowns are usually completed in one stay of around a week, while implants normally need two visits a few months apart to allow healing. Your coordinator confirms the schedule once the dentist has reviewed your X-rays or scan.
The price depends on the number of teeth involved, the materials and any preparatory work the dentist finds necessary. You receive a written, itemised plan and quote before anything is booked, with no obligation to proceed.
Share your details and a coordinator will reply with clear next steps. There is no obligation to proceed.
This page is general information, not medical advice; a treating clinician confirms your plan after assessment. ELAVIA Global coordinates care; clinical evaluation and treatment are delivered by independent, licensed partner facilities and their specialists.