The veneers are stuck on the visible face of the anterior teeth to modify their color, their shape, their alignment … They respond to the requests of patients wishing to offer themselves or to find a nice smile by removing a minimum of tooth enamel. 

Made to measure, ceramic veneers offer an interesting alternative to composites and  crowns, with a very natural and durable result over time. The installation, which often requires lightly trimming the teeth, however, prohibits any turning back. Update on the indications of the veneers, the stages of treatment, the results …

What is a dental veneer?

The veneers are used to correct the color of the teeth when the bleaching is insufficient,  their shape  (worn, broken, too short teeth …) and slight malpositions  (small overlaps, interdental spaces …). “Veneers are thin ceramic films that stick to the incisors and canines, or even the premolars, to improve their aesthetic appearance”, explains the dental surgeon at Hayatmed. ” They are often compared to false nails .”

Developed in the 1980s, the technique gained common practice in the mid-2000s following progress in the materials and processes used, in particular for bonding veneers. More and more attentive to preserving the integrity of the teeth, dentists have also favored veneers as an alternative to crowns which require a larger dental size and are more reserved for very damaged teeth.

Note: we speak of Inlay, of Onlay or Overlay for posterior teeth, and veneers for anterior teeth. 

Who are they for?

The veneers are intended for people who want to embellish their smile by very slightly modifying their visible teeth (canines, incisors, premolars …). This can be by improving the color of the tooth or the defect of the slightly damaged tooth (cracked, askew, too short …). 

The contraindications are relatively rare: “  Bruxism can wear and shorten the incisors significantly. The facets will lengthen them but they will not hold if we do not simultaneously increase the height of the posterior teeth”, explains Hayatmed Dental Surgeon. “A significant lack of enamel, which can be linked to certain genetic diseases or to excessive consumption of sour foods and drinks, can also be a problem because the glue does not adhere well to the dentin. Good oral hygiene is always a must. essential “.

How much does it cost?

Their cost is relatively high. A ceramic veneer costs between 800 and 1,400 euros, or the equivalent of a ceramic crown, and is not reimbursed by social security. When several teeth are involved, it can be tempting to have your veneers installed abroad to halve their cost. “It is however difficult to have real guarantees concerning the training of the practitioner, the quality of the laboratory, and the origin of the materials used.” 

If you want to get your teeth done at a low cost, you must go for veneers in Turkey at Hayatmed Dental Clinic. Here we offer dental treatments at very low costs from 190 euros to 490 euros per tooth. Also, discounts are offered to foreigners especially for people from the United Kingdom. 

Composites, an alternative to ceramic veneers?

To further preserve dental tissue, especially in the event of transient (in children …) or slight (broken angle …) repair,  it is possible to use composites. These materials, also used as alternatives to metal amalgam, come in the form of a malleable paste that adheres to the tooth without needing to cut it or very little. The dough is modeled to obtain the desired shape, hardened with a halogen lamp, then polished.

Composites are available in different shades. They avoid going through the laboratory stage and are therefore less expensive and better reimbursed by social security than the facet. The result is however a little less aesthetic and their inexorable aging, with a lifespan of about five years.

How many appointments should I schedule?

Veneers can be placed in just two or three sessions if it is, for example, to change only the color of the teeth or to repair a broken incisor identically. The most important changes are based on a real aesthetic project. They require more appointments for testing and, ideally,  the making of a mask that simulates the final result in the mouth.

“During the first appointment, the person explains to the surgeon why they don’t like their teeth. He examines them, He takes pictures, X-rays, and impressions which will allow him to obtain a plaster cast on which to work “, explains a dental surgeon. The specialist then prepares the next consultation by adding wax to the cast:”  He bases himself on the patient’s wishes and certain aesthetic criteria (alignment, the height of the teeth, the curvature of the smile …). When the result seems to be suitable, He has a gutter made “;

At the second appointment, the tray is filled with resin and placed in the patient’s mouth. “The resin covers the teeth and hardens to form a” mask “which, once the tray is removed, gives a good idea of ​​the potential result. We then discuss the shape, the color of the teeth … new photos and possibly leave the mask to the person so that they can think about the project and ask the opinion of those close to them “.

Why is Tooth Care Necessary?

Tooth care is necessary in order to avoid tooth diseases and other related consequences. If one doesn’t care about teeth, one may get deadly teeth diseases like calculus bridge. Dental Veneers are also a part of tooth care in order to avoid teeth diseases or for a smile and beauty purpose.