What are Veneers?
A veneer is a thin piece of plastic or porcelain used to re-create the natural look of teeth, whilst ensuring strength and resilience are provided of equal measure to natural tooth enamel. We specialise in the detailed bespoke creation and fitting of veneers, matching them to the rest of your teeth’s colouring and fitting them with precision to the front surface of your teeth, improving the appearance of your smile with a completely natural-looking solution. We strive to satisfy your aesthetic needs while preserving teeth and enhancing oral health.
Reasons for Veneers
Veneers are a long-lasting and natural solution for a variety of cosmetic and functional dental concerns. Here are the most common reasons for veneers:
Repairing broken teeth
Chips and breaks can happen to anyone – for most, they can occur as a result of a sporting accident or a knock to the face.
Adhering a veneer over the chipped or broken tooth camouflages any damage, blending in with your natural teeth. It also protects the natural tooth, preventing further damage from developing and preserving your smile for longer.
Rebuilding worn teeth
Veneers are perfect for those who grind their teeth. Adding an extra layer improves the overall shape of the teeth and restores their function, making eating and talking much easier.
Elongating the teeth can also create a more symmetrical appearance, improving the way patients feel about themselves. Say goodbye to shying away from selfies and first dates, and hello to a reliable smile solution.
Improving your dental and smile aesthetics
It’s getting more and more common for people to get veneers to improve the look of their smile.
If a patient’s teeth are stained, too small, wonky or misaligned, veneers help to cover up any areas of concern and create an even smile. Being a more long-term and durable solution, dental veneers create a perfect smile in your chosen shade of white.
For those who struggle with low confidence because of their teeth, improving the look of their smile has a positive knock-on effect on their self-esteem, improving their quality of life as a result. Dental veneers are one of a number of ways to improve your smile. Our experts will advise you as to the best treatment available.
Why choose dental veneers on Harley Street?
Most commonly used for those with heavily stained teeth, veneers are also used for those with chipped teeth or to fix gaps within an individual’s smile. However, having veneers fitted is a big decision, as the process will in most cases involve the irreversible shaping and contouring of the original tooth to allow the veneer to be fitted. At HSORC we have global experts who will advise you of the best treatment in order to satisfy your needs while preserving your teeth and enhancing your oral health. Clinicians, such as Professor Petridis, have over 30 years of experience in dental veneers and teach other dentists how to perform these procedures.
If you do decide they are the right solution for you, there are a host of benefits to be had, including:
- Can enhance the look of your smile dramatically
- Look natural as they are colour-matched to your teeth
- They feel natural
- Don’t require any painful treatment
- They can prevent further tooth discolouration
- They can last for many years provided you follow a bespoke aftercare and maintenance programme
Veneers Case Studies
Veneers
A 33 year-old patient presented with old discoloured and defective plastic composite fillings on her front teeth. The smile was restored with 2 ceramic veneers.
Case done by Professor Lambis Petridis
Broken Tooth Repair
Broken teeth due to an accident were built back up again with ceramic veneers.
Case done by Professor Lambis Petridis
Bleaching, Gum Sculpting & Ceramic Veneers
Correction of discolouration and tooth form with bleaching, gum sculpting and ceramic veneers. A 21 year-old patient presented with a severely discoloured baby tooth. The treatment consisted of bleaching, gum sculpting and a ceramic veneer.
Case done by Professor Lambis Petridis
Replacing Fillings
Replacement of discoloured fillings with ceramic veneers. A 24 year-old patient presented with old discoloured and defective plastic composite fillings on her front teeth, coupled with wear and erosion from consumption of fizzy drinks. The smile was restored with conservative ceramic veneers.
Case done by Professor Lambis Petridis
Professor Lambis Petridis, Our Specialist Prosthodontist
Professor Lambis Petridis is our highly experienced dentist, consultant and specialist Prosthodontist with 30+ years experience treating patients using evidence-based dental care. Dr. Petridis serves patients requiring simple or extensive prosthetic rehabilitation of missing, broken or worn teeth with either tooth or implant supported bridges, as well as aesthetic smile make-overs with bleaching and veneers. He also attends the needs of General dentistry for his patients.
Prosthodontics is suitable for patients requiring dental restoration, for specialist service start the conversation with Harley Street Oral Reconstruction Centre.
ARE YOU LOOKING TO ENHANCE YOUR SMILE WITH VENEERS ON HARLEY STREET?
We understand that any kind of cosmetic dentistry is a big commitment, so you need to feel confident that you’ve found the perfect place for you. Here at HSORC, we pride ourselves in offering a unique, home-from-home environment so that you can feel both confident and comfortable from the get-go.
Our team are extremely skilled in this area of dentistry, and our reputation speaks for itself. If you’d like to join our other patients who have restored their smile with veneers, get in touch today at 020 7486 4442 or email [email protected].
Frequently Asked Questions
This depends on what type of veneers you get. With proper care, porcelain veneers can last for around 10-15 years. However, composite resin veneers typically last somewhere between 4-8 years.
To make your veneers last as long as possible, be sure to practice good oral hygiene by regularly brushing and flossing, invest in a mouthguard if you play rough sports or grind your teeth, and visit your dentist for regular checkups and cleanings. If you’re looking to get veneers, Harley Street offer both porcelain and composite resin veneers.
Getting veneers put in is painless since you’re under local anaesthesia. After the final fitting, you might experience some sensitivity, but it’s normal and only usually lasts a few days during your recovery process.
This sensitivity is more common in complex cases involving multiple treatments simultaneously. The dentist fitting your veneers at Harley Street will go through what to expect after any treatment during the examination stage and ease any concerns you have.
This is often a big fear of many patients but in reality, nothing bad happens to the underlying tooth or teeth when receiving veneer treatment. Dentists usually only need to remove a thin piece of enamel to be able to reshape the tooth’s surface, but nothing too dramatic (usually around half a millimetre).
Apart from the small enamel removal, properly fitted veneers don’t negatively affect the teeth underneath. In fact, they may protect against decay by reducing exposed tooth material. For those with damaged or weakened teeth, veneers provide an extra layer of protection and help preserve the tooth’s structure, but neglecting proper care could lead to enamel damage and compromise both natural teeth and veneer lifespan.
When getting veneers at Harley Street, our dental experts will go through everything you need to know before so you know exactly what to expect.
Cleaning your veneers from Harley Street is easy – just treat them like your normal teeth. Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste, floss regularly, use antibacterial mouthwash, and limit acidic foods and sugary drinks. When cleaning under the veneers, use a soft toothbrush, fluoride rinse, and toothpaste, gently floss, and finish with mouthwash to prevent bacteria that can cause tooth decay.
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