Porcelain Veneers
At Beyond Dental, we’re here to put any dental insecurities at bay with our porcelain veneers so you can regain your smile confidence. Though not uncommon, dental insecurities can have a huge impact on your self-assurance, whether it’s avoiding photographs or covering your mouth when you speak and laugh. Porcelain veneers are a popular cosmetic treatment to give you the smile you have always wanted.
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- Dramatically improve the appearance of your smile
- Porcelain veneers are considered the most reliable
- Last between 10-15 years
- Unlikely to stain over time and require minimal maintenance
Top 10 Porcelain Veneers FAQs
Quick answers to the most common questions about porcelain veneers – what they are, who they suit, and how to plan a natural-looking, long-lasting result.
1. What are porcelain veneers?
Porcelain veneers are thin ceramic restorations fitted to the front surface of teeth to improve appearance. They’re designed to refine colour, shape, and symmetry while aiming for a natural look that suits your smile and bite.
2. What can porcelain veneers help improve?
They can help improve the look of discolouration, uneven shapes, small gaps, and minor chips or edge wear. Your clinician will assess tooth structure and bite to confirm whether veneers are appropriate for the changes you want.
3. How are porcelain veneers different from composite veneers?
Porcelain veneers are ceramic restorations typically made in a lab, while composite veneers use resin shaped on the teeth. Your clinician can explain the differences in finish, maintenance, and which option best fits your goals and teeth.
4. Do porcelain veneers require tooth preparation?
Some plans involve preparing the tooth to create space and achieve the right contours, while others may be more minimal depending on your starting point. Your clinician will explain what preparation is recommended and why.
5. What happens during a porcelain veneers consultation?
A consultation includes an assessment of teeth, gums and bite, plus a discussion about what you want to change. Your clinician will outline suitable options, likely outcomes, and whether any steps such as whitening or straightening are recommended first.
6. How long does it take to get porcelain veneers?
Timescales vary depending on your plan and whether any preparation is needed beforehand. After assessment, your clinician can explain the likely stages and how many visits are involved from planning through to fitting.
7. Do porcelain veneers look natural?
They can look very natural when shade, shape and proportions are planned carefully. Your clinician will guide design choices so your veneers suit your features, smile line, and existing teeth.
8. How long do porcelain veneers last?
Longevity varies depending on bite forces, habits, and how well they’re cared for. Regular check-ups help monitor veneers, and your clinician can advise on protecting them if you clench or grind.
9. Can I whiten my teeth if I have porcelain veneers?
Whitening changes the shade of natural teeth but does not change veneer colour. If whitening is part of your goal, your clinician can advise on timing and shade planning so the final result looks consistent across your smile.
10. How much do porcelain veneers cost?
Cost varies depending on the number of teeth treated, the complexity of the plan, and what’s included. After a consultation, your clinician can provide a tailored quote and explain your options.
Clinically reviewed by Farah Elnaqa (Restorative & Aesthetic Dentistry).
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Porcelain Veneers at Beyond Dental
- When you visit our state-of-the-art clinics, you will feel instantly at ease with our team of dental experts.
- At your consultation appointment, we’ll use our advanced dental technology to carry out scans and X-Rays to get an idea of your current dental health and to give you an idea of how your smile will look once complete.
- We will also give you an insight into the estimated cost. Don’t worry, we offer flexible payment plans and options so that you can split the cost to suit you.
- When it is time for your treatment, you might need to spend an hour or two in our dental chair, but don’t worry - they’re super comfortable!
At Beyond Dental, we’re here to redesign dentistry and give you a porcelain veneer treatment that is different from the rest.
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Achieving Fantastic Results For Our Patients
Having porcelain veneers fitted can be a life-changing experience, helping you to feel confident about your smile. Take a look at some of our patient’s before and after photos after their porcelain veneer treatment.
What Are Porcelain Veneers?
- Porcelain veneers are very thin layers of porcelain which are then fitted over the surface of your existing teeth.
- Porcelain veneers are handmade and crafted to imitate the natural form of teeth.
- Dramatically improve the appearance of dental cosmetic imperfections, such as staining, chips, cracks and gaps, all in just a few treatments!
- Once fitted, porcelain veneers are indifferent from your natural teeth.
- We match the shade of your new porcelain veneers to your existing teeth!
- Once fitted, porcelain veneers bite and chew just like your natural teeth and will last, on average, around 10-15 years.
Very minimal preparation is required prior to fitting porcelain veneers. This is where your natural teeth are very slightly altered, as we may need to remove a small amount of enamel to properly fit the veneers. We understand that this aspect of porcelain veneer treatment can cause some levels of unease, however, our team of experts are on hand every step of the way to answer your questions and you can always choose composite veneer treatments as an alternative. We strive to keep enamel preparation to an absolute minimum.
Why Is Porcelain Used?
Porcelain veneers are considered the most reliable type of veneer because they use a more natural material and last for a longer period of time - when properly cared for, some porcelain veneers can last decades!
- Long lasting
- Doesn’t stain over time
- Strong and durable
Having porcelain veneers fitted can be a life-changing experience, helping you to feel confident about your smile. If you would like to arrange your initial consultation and come into our clinic to see how your smile could look with the addition of porcelain veneers, contact Beyond Dental today!
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Flexible Payment Plans
Break down the cost of your treatment into smaller, more manageable chunks with our flexible payment plans! Our payment plans are totally adaptable to you and your treatment plan, for example, for £1,000 of treatment, we can break this down into £30 monthly repayments, making your treatment much more affordable.
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We like to keep things simple here at Beyond Dental, which is why we have one fantastic subscription plan available to all of our patients. For just £25 a month you will receive:
- 2 x yearly dental check-ups
- 2 x yearly dental hygiene appointments
- Teeth whitening for life
- 10% off all general and cosmetic dental treatments
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Porcelain Veneers FAQs
Once your porcelain veneer is in place, your Beyond Dental dentist will then shine a light onto the veneers which activates the chemicals within the cement and allows it to harden quickly. Then, once the porcelain veneers are secured in place, your dentist will remove any excess cement, check your bite and alignment and make any final adjustments.
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