Cosmetic dentistry
Porcelain veneers
Ultra-thin ceramic shells bonded to the front of teeth — permanently changing colour, shape and size with results that last 15+ years.
Porcelain veneers at a glance
Porcelain veneers are dental-grade ceramic shells, typically 0.3–0.5mm thick, fabricated in a laboratory to a digital wax-up — changing colour, shape and minor alignment in one coordinated treatment.
Veneers require a small amount of enamel to be removed from the front surface of the tooth — this makes the treatment permanent and irreversible. Your written plan confirms the number of veneers, the laboratory used, the shade, and the tooth preparation depth agreed before we start.
We use a digital wax-up and provide a temporary veneer trial smile before final fabrication, so you can live with the proposed shape for a week or two before committing to the permanent restorations.
Quick overview
What are they?
Thin porcelain shells made in a dental laboratory, bonded permanently to the prepared front surface of a tooth. They change colour, shape, length and minor alignment in one treatment.
Who are they for?
Patients wanting a lasting change to the colour, shape or size of their front teeth — especially where composite bonding or whitening won't achieve the desired result.
Alternatives
Composite bonding is reversible and costs less but needs replacing sooner. Clear aligners address alignment without removing enamel. We'll present both options honestly at consultation.
Why choose veneers?
Stain-resistant
Ceramic resists coffee, red wine and tobacco far better than composite.
15+ year lifespan
Porcelain outperforms composite bonding on longevity with proper care.
Complete smile control
Colour, shape, length and minor spacing all addressed in one treatment.
Your veneer journey
Most veneer cases complete over three to four appointments across six to eight weeks.
- 1 Before you commit
Digital wax-up & consultation
We design your proposed smile digitally and discuss shade, shape and tooth preparation depth — nothing is done to your teeth at this stage.
- 2 Appointment 2
Tooth preparation & temporaries
A thin layer of enamel is removed under local anaesthetic; temporary veneers are bonded so you can trial the shape and size.
- 3 2–3 weeks later
Laboratory fabrication
Your porcelain veneers are made to prescription in a specialist dental ceramics laboratory — this takes two to three weeks.
- 4 Final appointment · ~90 min
Bonding & fit
Temporaries are removed, each veneer is tried in dry, shade verified in natural light, then permanently bonded and polished.
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Pricing
Laboratory fees are included in the per-veneer price. 0% finance available over 12 months.
- Single porcelain veneer from £1,200
- 4 veneers (central and lateral incisors) from £4,400
- 6 veneers from £6,500
- 8 veneers (full smile) from £8,900
- Composite veneer (alternative) from £350 per tooth
Frequently asked questions
Is the preparation permanent?
Yes. A small amount of enamel is removed and cannot be replaced — veneers will always be needed on prepared teeth.
Will they look natural?
Yes — a digital wax-up and trial smile mean you approve the shape and shade before any permanent work is done.
Can veneers be whitened?
No — porcelain doesn't respond to bleaching. The shade is set at fabrication; we match it to your desired final colour at the design stage.
What happens if one chips?
Individual veneers can be replaced. We keep your lab prescription on file to ensure a consistent match.
Design your smile before we touch a tooth
Book a consultation for a digital wax-up and honest assessment.