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Dental Veneers All You Need To Know- veneers abroad

December 14, 2021

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Veneers have had a quick rise to fame due to the high profile celebrities with veneers. People typically have a lot of questions when considering veneers, some of the most frequent are: how much do veneers cost, can I get veneers abroad, how long do veneers last and the difference between crowns and veneers. In this blog we’re going to cover all of the above… and more, let’s get started.

Let’s start with what are veneers?

A veneer can be made of 2 types of material, the first is composite. Composite is similar to a white filling material; it is typically a more cost effective material for veneers and has a typical lifespan of around 5 years. The second material type is porcelain; the material doesn’t stain, is the closest thing to a natural tooth and has a much longer lifespan.

Veneers are a good option if you would like an enhanced or improved smile, they can help with the tooth shape, colour and length. You must consider that your dentist will have to ‘prep’ your teeth prior to fitting your veneers. That brings us nicely to our next point…

What is veneer prep?

It’s important to note that if you were to search ‘veneer prep’ on google you’ll see many pictures of shortened peg like teeth. You may even see Katie Price’s veneers. Veneer prep is often much less extensive than what you see, your dentist will remove a small amount of enamel to allow the veneer to sit on top of the tooth.  When we compare cases like Katie Price’s veneers what you are seeing is intense crown preparation, where little of the original tooth is left. When people ask us for our opinions of veneers vs crowns, it depends hugely on the condition of someone’s teeth.  For people with healthy teeth, crowns should be a last resort, as over preparation can limit the options later in life.

How much do veneers cost?

Veneers in the UK vary hugely on cost, for composite veneers you can expect to pay around 50% of porcelain veneers. The average porcelain veneer cost in the UK is around £600-£1000 per tooth. Porcelain veneers are a worthwhile but costly procedure; the price tag typically leads people to wondering if they can get veneers abroad. With many people typing into their google search ‘veneers Turkey’ we wanted to shed the light on travelling abroad for dental tourism. Dental tourism can be an option for those who do wish to reduce the costs, but it is important to opt for a reputable and ethical dentist. Many dentists capitalising on quick and cheap dentistry over prepare teeth and often opt for a one size fits all approach.

There’s a lot to think about when it comes to veneers, they make a huge difference to your smile and confidence, but you must consider the long term maintenance and cost associated. Be sure when you talk to a dentist about what you want that you ask for minimally invasive treatment to protect the natural teeth.

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