Veneers in London

Porcelain Veneers are a fantastic cosmetic and restorative treatment at our clinic in London. They can spectacularly improve the appearance of your smile, whilst at the same time protect your teeth.

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Veneers offer a versatile solution for transforming the appearance of a smile, from addressing discoloration to refining shape and alignment. At Wimpole Street Dental Clinic, our veneers case studies showcase the artistry and precision we bring to each patient’s treatment, achieving stunning, natural-looking results. Each case reflects our commitment to creating beautiful, long-lasting smiles that enhance confidence and highlight individual beauty.

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    Veneers are masterfully crafted very thin porcelain surfaces that can be permanently bonded to the teeth, protecting them, changing their shape and improving their colour. When done properly, with good case selection, microscopic attention to detail and with the help of a brilliant ceramist, they cause no damage and look naturally incredible. Veneers also can last for decades, virtually unchanged. The materials commonly used by us are feldspathic porcelain and lithium disilicate.

    Why porcelain veneers in London?

    Porcelain veneers are a superb choice for anyone looking to enhance their smile without compromising the health of their natural teeth. These thin layers of porcelain are carefully crafted to cover the front surface of your teeth, providing a bright, uniform appearance. Our process is minimally invasive, preserving the integrity of your teeth while transforming your smile.

    These veneers are ideal for individuals with teeth that are worn, chipped, heavily restored or discoloured. The beauty of porcelain veneers lies in their versatility and the minimal preparation required. For many patients, particularly those with straight, small, or gapped teeth, no drilling is necessary, making it a conservative treatment option.

    The benefits of choosing porcelain veneers are significant. They offer a quick transformation, with just a few sessions needed to complete the procedure—without any pain. Porcelain veneers are not only an aesthetic improvement but also a boost to your confidence, providing a long-lasting and dramatic enhancement to your smile.

    Porcelain veneers have advantages over composite veneers. While both types improve the appearance of your teeth, porcelain is more durable and resistant to staining than composite materials. Porcelain also tends to reflect light in a way that more closely mimics natural teeth, providing a more natural and appealing look. This makes porcelain veneers a superior choice for those looking for a solution that combines aesthetics with functionality and longevity.

    What is the difference between crowns and veneers?

    The dental crowns we produce are ceramic caps designed to replace a missing or extensively damaged tooth by covering it in its entirety. A veneer is a thin layer of ceramic material (shell-shaped) which is designed to cover the front of the tooth surface, resulting in an improved aesthetic appearance. It will also protect the tooth from further damage, and can even improve the function of the bite.

    Do veneers stain?

    Not permanently. Minor surface staining may occur with regular exposure to certain foods and drinks such as red wine and coffee but it is entirely and easily reversible – a visit to the hygienist or to your dentist will solve it immediately.

    Who is suitable for veneers?

    Teeth can become unsightly and with an aged appearance due to discoloured restorations, wear and chips. Some teeth simply have irregular shapes, contributing to gaps, or have become severely discoloured.

    Porcelain veneers can efficiently cover these defects, restoring the appearance of a healthy young beautiful dentition without invasion. They also contributed to improved function and will protect weakened teeth. Overall, the ideal case for veneers is when teeth need a small increase in volume and/or height.

    Experts in Veneers – meet the team

    • Over 75 years of combined experience in dentistry among our specialists.
    • More than 10,000 dental treatments successfully performed.
    • Industry leaders in dentistry, with regular international teaching, lecturing, and publishing of research.

    Veneers costs

    New patient consultation

    £240

    Single veneer

    From £1,700
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    Our Expertise

    At our clinic, we recognise the significant responsibility involved in any dental treatment, especially when it comes to enhancing your smile with veneers. We believe that every patient deserves unparalleled quality and safety in their dental care, without compromise.

    Our team of dentists isn’t just highly experienced and trained in cosmetic dentistry; they also prioritise understanding and achieving your aesthetic goals. This level of dedication requires a unique blend of precision and artistic vision, ensuring that each set of veneers is crafted to perfection.

    We understand that the key to exceptional veneers lies in meticulous diagnosis, careful step-by-step execution, and collaboration with top-tier dental laboratories. Anything less can lead to veneers that appear unnatural and may cause discomfort or gum inflammation.

    At our clinic, our commitment is to deliver veneers that not only look spectacular but also blend seamlessly with your natural teeth, enhancing your smile while maintaining its authenticity. Let us help you achieve the beautiful, natural-looking smile you deserve.

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    What happens during the treatment of Veneers?

    Considering porcelain veneers to enhance your smile? Here’s a straightforward guide to the process at Wimpole Street Dental Clinic:

    Step 1: Initial Check-Up – Your dentist will conduct a thorough examination of your teeth, take photos, and document everything needed to assess your suitability for veneers. We’ll also check for any underlying dental issues. At this stage, impressions may be taken to create a wax model of your ideal smile, allowing you to preview the expected results with precision.

    Step 2: Mock-Up Approval – Using a simple, reversible technique, the dentist will apply the wax model directly to your teeth. This mock-up serves as a precise visual of your new smile, giving you the opportunity to approve the look and feel of your veneers before moving forward.

    Step 3: Teeth Preparation – This step involves minimal, if any, alteration to your tooth enamel, using high magnification and guides to ensure the process is gentle and respectful of tooth biology. Temporary veneers, resembling the final ones, will be crafted and placed at the end of this visit.

    Step 4: Fitting the Veneers – About three weeks after your preparation visit, once the porcelain veneers have been expertly crafted by our technician, you’ll return for the fitting. The veneers will be precisely bonded to your teeth, ensuring they look and function perfectly.

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    How do veneers work?

    Dental veneers are custom-made ceramic covers or shells designed to offer you a new and improved smile as they present a new tooth surface free from visible cracks or discolouration at the point they are fitted. These ceramic surfaces are permanently bonded to your visible natural teeth and, with good care, they can offer you a renewed sense of personal comfort and confidence lasting 20 years or more.

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    What are composite veneers?

    Composite veneers are made of composite bonding material similar to the one used in fillings. The material is expertly layered onto the teeth, covering its visible surface. Resin however can discolour and chip more easily than porcelain, therefore composite veneers essentially are less durable than porcelain ones.

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    Are veneers permanent?

    Yes, in the sense that they just don’t come off. One can replace them in the future, if needed.

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    What do teeth look like under veneers?

    Ideally no dentine will be exposed, nevertheless, in most cases some level of preparation is required in order to have space (03-0.7mm) for the porcelain. This means that the teeth underneath veneers simply look like very slightly smaller teeth, with very rounded corners.

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    What are veneers made of?

    At our clinic porcelain veneers are made either in feldspathic porcelain, which are totally handmade and look highly natural, or lithium disilicate (commercial name e.max), which are exceptionally strong and can still look very beautiful.

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    How much are veneers?

    The price starts at £1,700 but this will depend on the clinical situation. A single veneer on a darkened central incisor, for instance, requires much more effort and therefore can have higher costs.

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    How long do teeth veneers last? Do veneers last forever?

    The veneers we produce are designed to last 20 or more years as long as the patient follows a good oral hygiene regime and avoids applying excessive force on the teeth. This happens more with patients who suffer from bruxism, aka teeth grinding, and if the dentist identified that condition, a night guard becomes essential to guarantee a few good decades out of the veneers.

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    Can you whiten veneers?

    No. The best way to care for your veneers once fitted is by brushing twice daily, ideally with an electric tooth brush. Flossing will guarantee excellent gum health, which will prevent gum recession around the veneers.

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    Do veneers hurt?

    Not at all. The procedure is totally painless and may not even require anaesthesia. Conservative tooth preparation and correct bonding techniques will ensure minimal to zero post-operative discomforts or sensitivity.

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    What are porcelain veneers?

    Porcelain veneers are made of a dental ceramic material which is custom-made into thin covers or shells ready to be bonded to your existing natural teeth to achieve the best aesthetic results possible in terms of the look of your smile, made to measure – just for you. Porcelain veneers are very popular for patients looking for a bespoke high aesthetic finish to their veneers, and as such, can cost more than your typical veneer.

    Porcelain veneers have multiple benefits that derive from their usage of porcelain. First of all, the porcelain is unlikely to ever stain though this doesn’t mean that the wearer can refrain from maintaining a regular oral hygiene routine. Secondly, porcelain is incredibly strong and provides a pleasing aesthetic finish. However, porcelain can still crack if put under too much pressure or trauma. If you grind your teeth whilst you sleep, the porcelain may still be worn away just like a natural tooth. As such, your dentist might advise wearing a protective bit guard at night.

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    Are veneers worth it?

    Few dental treatments can be so successful and long-lasting than veneers. However, this is only true for carefully made veneers, where the dentist was minimally invasive, took great attention to detail and planned the aesthetics of the veneers together with the patient.

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    Can you get veneers with missing teeth? Can you get veneers with crooked teeth?

    Veneers can be used to manage small gaps between the teeth to create a more uniform appearance but larger gaps may be more successfully treated with a prosthetic appliance such as a dental bridge or dental implants. Crooked teeth may benefit from an orthodontic teeth alignment treatment such as Invisalign® prior to the consideration of veneers in order to give yourself and your dentist the best chance to achieve the most aesthetically pleasing result possible.

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