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A veneer is a very thin layer of porcelain that is fitted over the front of a tooth to improve the colour, shape,
position or size. This might be necessary where the tooth is discoloured
or chipped, where there are gaps between your teeth or where they do not look
straight. Veneers can produce dramatic
improvements in appearance while very little tooth material is removed and you
usually won't even need anaesthetic.
How long does a veneer last?
A veneer should last for many years. We are so confident
of the quality of our veneers that we guarantee them for 2 years.
What does a veneer cost?
Porcelain veneers cost from £490.00.
Click here to see our price list.
How
does the dentist prepare a tooth for a veneer?
Your dentist will remove a little of the
outer enamel of the tooth so that the veneer will bond securely in place.
Next, your dentist will take an "impression" (ie make a mould of) your teeth and
record the shade of the adjacent teeth so that the veneer is a perfect
match. Only a very small amount of tooth is removed in the preparation
process, so a temporary veneer probably won’t be needed while the permanent
veneer is being made - you also probably won't need any anaesthetic.
What
happens next?
The impression and shade information are passed to a specialist dental
laboratory. Using this information, they will carefully construct the
veneer to ensure that it fits in perfectly with your other teeth. About a week or
two after your first appointment your dentist will see you for a second time to check that your new veneer
is a good fit and that the shade is a good match for your other teeth. The veneer is then fixed in place using
a special bonding agent.
Are
there any alternatives to veneers?
Yes. Your dentist might be able to use a crown or acomposite filling. Whether these are suitable depends on the condition
of the tooth. If veneers are being considered to correct uneven teeth or
teeth that do not look straight, orthodontic treatment may be an alternative: we
have arrangements to refer orthodontic cases to a specialist. Please ask your dentist
for details.
Interest free credit
If you spend over £500, you can spread the cost of your treatment over up to 6 months, interest free.
Spend £1,500 or more and you can have up to 12 months to pay at no extra cost.
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