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Dental Veneers

Ultra-thin, custom-crafted E.max porcelain shells bonded to the front of your teeth to instantly correct discolouration, chips, gaps, and minor misalignment.

Ultra-Thin E.max Ceramic Hollywood Smile Quality Minimal Tooth Prep Stain-Resistant Surface

Overview

About Veneers

Dental veneers are ultra-thin shells, custom-made of E.max glass-ceramic, porcelain, or composite resin, that are bonded to the front surface of teeth. They are designed to correct cosmetic defects such as severe discolouration, chips, uneven sizes, gaps, and mild crowding. Veneers require very conservative tooth preparation compared to crowns.

At Grace Dental Care, we specialise in porcelain veneers that mimic the natural light-reflecting properties of tooth enamel. With E.max porcelain veneers, we shave a tiny 0.3mm to 0.5mm layer of enamel, ensuring the process is highly conservative and painless. The result is a highly durable, stain-resistant, and dazzlingly symmetrical smile completed in just 2 clinic visits.

Quick Facts

Visits Required2 visits (prep & bonding)

Tooth ReductionUltra-conservative (0.3mm–0.5mm)

Average Lifespan10 to 15 years for porcelain

Indications

Signs You May Need This Treatment

If you identify with any of the following, a clinical consultation is strongly recommended.

Deep, Intrinsic StainsFluorosis, tetracycline stains, or root canal discolouration that chemical teeth whitening cannot resolve.

Chipped or Worn TeethVisible chips, fractures, or uneven wear on front teeth that affect smile aesthetics.

Gaps Between Teeth (Diastema)Spaces between front teeth that you want closed without undergoing orthodontic braces.

Slightly Crooked TeethMild misalignment or rotations that can be corrected instantly (known as "instant orthodontics").

Uneven or Short TeethTeeth that are abnormally small, short, or misshapen, throwing off smile balance.

Aged, Dull SmileEnamel becoming dull, yellow, and thin with age, making you look older.

The Process

Step-by-Step Procedure

What to expect at every stage of your treatment journey.

Smile Assessment & Mock-Up Design

We take photos, digital scans, and map out your aesthetic goals. A clinical mock-up is placed on your teeth so you can preview the shape and size.

⏱ 45 mins · Visit 1

Conservative Enamel Prep

Under local anaesthesia, we shave a microscopic layer of enamel (0.3mm–0.5mm) from the front surface of the teeth to prevent veneers from looking bulky.

⏱ 45 mins

Digital Scan & Temporaries

We take a digital intraoral scan of the prepared teeth to send to the lab. Custom temporary acrylic veneers are bonded to protect your teeth.

⏱ 30 mins

Veneer Try-In & Fitting

A few days later, you return. The temporary veneers are removed, and the new porcelain veneers are dry-fitted to verify shape, fit, and shade.

⏱ 30 mins · Visit 2

Precise Bonding & Reveal

The tooth surfaces are etched, bonding cement is applied, and the veneers are cured with a light-gun. Excess cement is cleared and polished.

⏱ 45 mins

Benefits

Key Advantages

Hollywood Aesthetics Instantly

Provides a symmetrically aligned, bright, and harmonious smile.

Conservative Preservation

Requires significantly less tooth reduction than dental crowns, keeping your natural tooth strong.

100% Stain-Resistant

Porcelain is non-porous and highly resistant to stains from coffee, tea, red wine, and smoking.

Natural Translucency

E.max ceramics reflect light exactly like natural enamel, avoiding a "fake white" look.

Closes Gaps Painlessly

Eliminates diastemas between front teeth in a matter of days rather than months of braces.

Strengthens Chipped Teeth

Bonds to the enamel, reinforcing the structure of chipped or structurally weakened teeth.

Eligibility

Am I a Candidate?

Ideal Candidates

Adults with cosmetic concerns on visible front teeth
Those with healthy, decay-free front teeth and strong enamel
Patients with discoloured teeth unresponsive to bleaching
Individuals with minor gaps, chips, or mild misalignment

Pre-treatment / Not Suitable if…

Severe bruxism (chronic night clenching or grinding will chip veneers)
Severe misalignment or bite issues (requires braces or aligners first)
Active gum disease or large cavities in the teeth to be veneered

Investment

Cost & Duration

Transparent pricing with flexible 0% interest EMI options available. Final cost determined after clinical assessment.

E.max Porcelain

– / tooth

Lab-fabricated, lasts 10-15+ years

Visits Required

2 Visits

Completed within 5–7 days

Lifespan

10 – 15 Years

With good care and night guard

0% EMI Available: Split your treatment cost into easy monthly instalments over 3, 6, 9 or 12 months at zero interest. Ask our team for details at your consultation.

Recovery

Aftercare & Recovery Tips

Following these instructions carefully will maximize your treatment success and speed up healing.

Use a Non-Abrasive PasteAvoid whitening toothpastes containing harsh abrasives that can scratch the polished veneer surface.

Wear a Custom Night GuardA soft night guard is highly recommended to protect your veneers from accidental grinding forces during sleep.

Avoid Biting Hard ObjectsDo not bite nails, chew ice, open plastic packaging, or chew bones using your veneered front teeth.

Floss Daily with CareVeneers do not protect the back of the tooth. Flossing daily prevents cavities at the margins.

Limit Hard Foods initiallyAvoid biting directly into hard apples or raw carrots. Cut them into bite-sized pieces instead.

6-Monthly Check-upsHave our dentist inspect the veneer borders and polish them at your routine check-ups.

Common Questions

Treatment FAQs

No. The tooth preparation is performed under local anaesthetic, so you will feel no pain. After the procedure, you may feel mild sensitivity to hot or cold for 24–48 hours, which is normal and subsides quickly.

Composite veneers are applied directly in a single visit and are cheaper, but they stain over time and last 3–5 years. Porcelain (E.max) veneers are made in a laboratory, are completely stain-resistant, look far more natural, and last 10–15+ years.

Because a thin layer of enamel is shaven off for porcelain veneers, the process is permanent and irreversible. The teeth will always need to be covered by veneers or crowns. However, "no-prep" composite veneers do not require enamel shaving and are reversible.

No. Premium E.max porcelain veneers are non-porous and highly resistant to stains. Coffee, tea, and red wine will not discolour them, unlike natural teeth or composite bonding. You can enjoy your favourite beverages without worry.

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