Cost of Veneers

What are Dental Veneers? Guide to Types & Costs in the UK

Veneers may be more affordable than you think.

People often assume that veneers are an expensive luxury and only available to celebrities and rich people. However, you might be surprised to find out that we treat hundreds of patients who earn average incomes, who want to feel better about their appearance and smiles.

The fact that you can spread the cost of your veneer treatment means that it has become more accessible to patients. Plus, many use veneers just for minor and moderate corrections, which does not result in expensive treatment. there

45% of UK adults are unhappy with the appearance of their teeth

Feeling bad and insecure about your teeth can dramatically affect your daily life.

Although some people may think it is a ‘superficial’ concern, the impacts of low self-esteem can affect your work, family and personal life.

According to a survey conducted by YouGov, over 20% of Brits would consider having a cosmetic treatment like veneers to transform the appearance of their smile.

The highly recommended, Dr Rahul Doshi established The Perfect Smile Studios in 1994 to provide world-class cosmetic dental care to patients in and around Hertford. 25 years later the clinic is stronger than ever.

“Fabulous results. The team were very professional and attentive throughout treatment. The doctors went above and beyond to ensure I was happy with the results. I am very confident with my new smile and would definitely approve the practice and suggest the treatment.” Liza Redlich

What are veneers and how do they work?

Veneers are custom-made meaning they are designed for each patient in order to match their existing tooth colour and smile. This is to ensure your new set of teeth look natural, thin and well cared for.

Veneers can be fitted to a single tooth, multiple teeth or full mouth. Not to be confused with crowns, which cover the entire tooth, veneers actually sit on the tooth’s front surface.

Depending on the material of your choice and the type of veneer, the lifespan of veneers can be 20 years or more.

Each version of veneers are typically very strong and tend not to restrict what you are able to eat and drink.

Porcelain veneers require a minimal amount of tooth enamel to be removed, this is so that the surface of the tooth can adhere to the shell.

What types of veneers are available?

• Lumineers
• Durathin
• Ultrathin
• Porcelain
• Composite

Ultrathin Veneers, Durathin Veneers and Lumineers involve no drilling and no injections since no tooth is being cut.

The most expensive, but durable and beautiful veneers are crafted from porcelain.

In comparison, composite materials are more affordable and are more commonly used to improve the wearer’s appearance rather than fix damage caused by decay or trauma.

So how much do veneers cost?

The exact fee can be worked out after a preliminary assessment distinguishing your personal needs and the type of work that needs to be done.

Main factors which impact the cost of treatment:

• The type of material used – Porcelain (Lumineers or Ultrathin) are more expensive than composite resin veneers.
• The number of veneers being applied – veneers are priced per tooth and so the more you have, the higher the cost.
• Your dental health – e.g. if you require additional treatment for other dental issues such as tooth decay or gum disease before veneers can be fitted.

It is in very rare cases that the NHS will provide veneers treatments

This is because they consider this procedure to be cosmetic. Many other professional dentists agree that veneers not only improve your appearance and imperfections but also improve the overall hygiene and oral condition of your mouth. For example, veneers treatments can correct a multitude of problems and threats like temporomandibular, tooth decay and dental sensitivity.

Other factors affecting the treatment fee include:

• The amount of preliminary work required to create the optimal foundation (patients suffering from gum disease will require prior treatment).
• The complexity of the smile design – some smiles require more intricate work than others so the work needed is dependent upon the type of smile required.
• The general health of the teeth and gums.
• The correction of any destructive bite factors – we need to create a harmonious and stable bite so that your treatment can last as long as possible.
• The pre-treatment position, shape, contour and colour of the teeth.

See also: Replacement Veneers | Temporary Veneers

Our expert consultants and technicians are happy to talk to you personally about the treatment options available and give you a more accurate price.

You can book a free consultation with our top cosmetic dentists who will be able to give you a detailed breakdown of the costs involved in creating your smile.

The prices below are approximate and for guidance only.

We understand that it is not always possible to pay for veneers upfront so we offer a range of competitive finance packages.

 

You will need an assessment to determine the exact nature of the required treatment. This will help to then establish the exact protocols required to construct your veneers.

Your fee will be customised for your unique plan of treatment after this.

It is important to note that the treatment itself is very case sensitive, which means that the treatment will only be successful on the right type of teeth foundation.

Estimated prices:

Finance is also available with no deposit *

Help with dental costs: With interest-free credit over 12 months or 24 months, or with Low APR interest for 36 months or more for treatment fee per veneer of £1050.

12 months 0% Finance with no deposit

12 monthly payments of £87.50; total amount payable £1,050.

24 months 0% Finance with no deposit

24 monthly payments of £43.75; total amount payable £1,050.

36 months or more Low APR Finance with a deposit

36 or more monthly payments of £22.05; total amount payable £1,323.

If you want to spread the cost over a longer term, we have a new range of low APR extended payment options.

This means cheaper monthly payments, helping making your dreams of a better smile and healthier teeth even easier.

All credit is subject to status. Click on the calculator link at the bottom of the page for more details. For further information on interest-free and low-cost payment plans please click here or on the calculator below:

* Subject to status

Other options for payment

There are other ways to pay for your veneers including credit cards, cash, cheque or BACS

(If you are not using finance, you will pay for the veneers at your appointments. You will pay a deposit and your remaining balance will be taken at your final appointment.) You have other options to pay for your cosmetic treatments. You can pay upfront or choose one of our personalised finance plans.

Please give us a call on 01992 552115 if you would like to discuss payment options further.

You might also be able to Pay with Insurance.

	Up Front Cost
Immediate Veneers	£600 to £750 per tooth
Lumineers	£900 to £1000 per tooth
Ultrathin Veneers	£1000 to £1100 per tooth

To book an appointment, or for any further questions give us a call on 01992 552115.

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Veneer guide

Answers to common veneer questions:

• The veneer aftercare process
• Why should you need veneers
• Are veneers painful?
• Do veneers come off?

Composite vs Porcelain veneers

What is the difference between these two treatment types? Porcelain veneers are thin shells that are adhered to the outer-surface of the tooth. Composite veneers use a resin thats applied to the outer-surface. Typically, because porcelain veneers are made from a stronger material they last longer. Composite veneers in this case are the more affordable option.

Both treatments are custom designed to match, or brighten your teeth.