10 Compelling reasons why you should opt for dental veneers

December 28, 2021

10 Compelling reasons why you should opt for dental veneers

Dental veneers are a cap that covers the front and edges of the teeth, the average veneers cost can range from £295-£1000 depending on which dentist you use and what material is used to create your veneers. The main 3 types of dental veneers are: composite veneers, porcelain veneers and emax veneers. There isn’t much in the way of a veneer alternative, for those who have ruled out dental edge bonding, and do not require dental crowns, veneers are the best option.
Here are 10 reasons veneers may be a good option for you!

Reason 1: Durability

Porcelain veneers can last 10-20 years making them a cost effective treatment. Whilst porcelain is typically double the cost of resin veneers (which last for around 5-7 years) they do not stain and visibly are the closest thing to natural teeth.

Reason 2: Veneers can improve the colour of your teeth.

Despite whether you opt for resin or porcelain veneers, you can select the colour of your veneers and brighten your smile. This is especially great for people who have darkened teeth that cannot be corrected with teeth whitening. For those who are not opting for complete smile makeovers your new veneers can also be colour matched to your natural teeth!

Reason 3: There is a material to suit your budget.

There is a significant price difference between composite veneers and porcelain, whilst porcelain veneers last a lot longer, resin is a great option for those on a reduced budget. Resin veneers cost UK typically starts from around £350. The veneers uk average cost for porcelain is around £700-£1000. With many people searching for more cost effective ways of getting veneers we see a search increase for ‘veneers turkey’ whilst dental tourism is an option, we advise opting to go with a dentist that offer dental tourism as well as aftercare in the UK! It’s important that your veneers are tailored to you, and appropriate aftercare is available for you. One note we’d like to leave you with is that

Reason 4: Resin veneers don’t require much preparation.

This will depend hugely on your individual case, but typically resin is a great option for those who would like to protect their natural teeth as much as possible. ‘Prep’ for veneers means a small amount of enamel is removed from your teeth in order to place your new veneers. Porcelain veneers require more preparation than resin veneers. We recommend asking your dentist about options that reduce the preparation needed!

Reason 5: They can lengthen worn teeth.

As we age our teeth can chip and become shorter, this is especially prominent in people that grind their teeth. Veneers are a great option for people who are experiencing this. The veneers can add length back to your smile as well as altering the shape of your teeth if desired. Your dentist will likely also issue you with a mouth guard to protect your new teeth.

Reason 6: Veneers can be used to repair chips in the teeth.

For some people dental edge bonding is enough. For more severe chips or for people who have had dental edge bonding unsuccessfully, veneers may be a good option. Chips in the teeth can leave your teeth slightly compromised and can make your teeth uncomfortably sensitive.

Reason 7: Personalisation

When you opt for dental veneers, with the right dentist, you can have your new smile digitally created for you to ensure it fits well with your features. Photos and videos will be taken of you smiling and talking to perfect the shape, length and colour of your teeth. Your dentist should also talk to you about shapes and styles you prefer!

Reason 8: Minor alignment issues can be rectified with veneers.

This may not be true for all people, but for those with minor misalignment veneers may help correct the appearance of your smile. It’s possible to do this as the prep work of your veneers will include the contour of teeth that are misaligned.

Reason 9: They’re easy maintenance.

Another reason for veneer popularity is their durability and ease of maintenance. You are able to floss between them, clean them as you would your natural teeth and your dentist can perform a scale and polish to make them sparkle!

Reason 10: The process is short.

Having veneers is not a lengthy treatment; you can begin your treatment and have it completed within just a couple of appointments! You may even get your new smile within 2 months. When you first have your smile consult we advise asking what length of time your dentist predicts your treatment will take.