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Composite Veneers in Crawley and Rochester

Unlock Your Dream Smile: Discover Cosmetic Veneers

As we all know, our smile says a lot about us, and we can say a lot with our smiles. Different smiles can mean different things, and it is truly amazing. However, it is difficult to confidently do these things if we are not happy with our smile. With the ever-increasing presence of social media and influencers, it seems everyone out there has perfect teeth. We at Enhance Smiles can tell you that most of what you see is manufactured, and we know this because it is what we do!

There is no need to get down in the dumps about wanting a beautiful, bright smile, Dental Veneers can be the answer to your prayers. At Enhance Smile, we confidently provide this premium transformative treatment that can give you a fantastic smile enhancement and cure all your cosmetic concerns.

Cure Your Cosmetic Concerns

We all want to look our best, and modern-day advances can allow us to do more about it than ever before. When it comes to our teeth, the ideal is straight, white, perfectly shaped teeth that give us that radiant smile. So if you are suffering from stained, chipped, damaged, wonky or misaligned teeth, then we can offer the best treatment.

Dental Veneers are a quick and easy fix for most of your cosmetic concerns that will give you an instant smile makeover. As dental veneers can address multiple concerns in one go, it is incredibly versatile, and their effectiveness is unmatched. This cosmetic dental treatment provides instant gratification and long-lasting, natural-looking results, leaving you with an aesthetically pleasing smile that will boost your self-esteem.

What Are Composite Veneers?

Composite Veneers are small and thin shells that are placed on the surface of your teeth. They work to improve the appearance of your smile. 

There are two main types of dental veneers, porcelain and composite. Both types of veneers work towards the same goal, they are small shells that are attached to your teeth, and their goal is to mask imperfections such as irregularly shaped teeth, stains and chips, etc. The main difference is what they are made of. 

Composite veneers are made of composite resin, whereas the other is made of thin shells of porcelain. In regards to materials, the only significant difference is the strength and life span. Composite resin veneers are strong and have an estimated lifespan of between 7 to 10 years, and so may need to be replaced. On the other hand, porcelain is unmatched in strength and has a much longer life span, ranging from 15 to 20 years. These differences are also mirrored in cost, where composite veneers are significantly less expensive than porcelain veneers.

Another difference between the two is that with porcelain veneers, our dentists are required to remove more of your tooth’s enamel when attaching the veneers; this means that this process is irreversible and is something you will have to stick with forever. This is not the case with composite veneers, as your teeth will not be permanently altered after treatment.

A Step-by-Step Guide to Composite Veneers

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Consultation

The first step is getting you booked in for a consultation. During the initial visit, you will be received by our exceptional team and have a private consultation with the dentist. Our specialised dentists have years of experience with cosmetic dentistry and veneers. At this appointment, you can ask any questions you have, share any concerns and highlight what is important to you and what you want the outcome to entail. We will listen and create a customised treatment plan, and with the use of advanced technology, you can help design your smile on screen.

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Tooth Preparation

 Your next step will be having your teeth prepared. Depending on which veneers you have chosen, this step can be long or short. With porcelain dental veneers, our dentist will need to remove a certain amount of your tooth’s enamel to get it to the optimal shape and size for your veneers. With composite resin, there is minimal preparation and shaping.

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Impression Taking

Once your teeth are ready, impressions will be taken so that customised veneers can be created. For porcelain veneers, you may be waiting slightly longer for your veneers, and so before you get your actual ones, you will need to wear temporary veneers for a week or two. Enhance Smiles uses high-quality materials and technology to make sure you get the best results. 

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Veneer Placement

At this stage, our dentist will ensure each veneer is as discussed in shape, size and colour. Then they will roughen the surface of your teeth to create the perfect surface for bonding. Next, they will carefully attach each veneer to the corresponding teeth using the most advanced techniques; a bonding agent may be used to further strengthen the bond.​

Once the procedure is complete and our dentist is happy with your bite and alignment, they will give you some advice and tips on how best to care for your dental veneers. It is important to attend regular check-ups and cleaning to keep your teeth and veneers in top condition.

Benefits of Composite Veneers

  • Improved Aesthetics: Dental Veneers are a fantastic way to get a whole new smile. Veneers look natural and radiant and will give you the confidence you need.
  • Long-lasting Results: Veneers last for many years. Whether you choose porcelain or composite, you are sure to get years out of them.
  • Minimally Invasive: The Dental Veneer procedure is minimally invasive, only touching the outer layer of your tooth. The procedure does not require anaesthesia, and you will be ready to go in one appointment.
  • Stain resistant: Porcelain Veneers last a lot longer than composite and have additional advantages such as being stronger and more resistant to stains.
  • An all-in-one Smile Makeover Solution: Dental Veneers can correct a range of issues in one big sweep. They can make all your problems disappear, whether it’s discolouration, uneven teeth, misalignments or chips, one set of veneers will fix it all.

While veneers are excellent for enhancing the front surface of teeth, dental crowns may be more suitable if a tooth is significantly damaged, weakened, or has had extensive dental work. Crowns cover the entire tooth, offering both cosmetic enhancement and structural support, and are often used alongside veneers for a complete smile makeover.

Many people question the natural look of veneers and complain about the high costs, but we here at Enhance Smiles can tell you with pictures for proof that the veneer smile is very lifelike and closely resembles your natural smile, only straighter and brighter. 

Veneers are an investment. You will be getting years’ worth of use out of them and look fantastic while doing so. We have available a range of finance options and payment plans as well as insurance packages that are sure to put your mind at ease. Book a consultation to discuss these in depth with us now!

FAQs - Composite Veneers in Crawley and Rochester

Should I get Composite or Porcelain Veneers?

After a consultation, a dentist will be able to tell you which treatment you are most suited for. The main differences between the two are: 

Longevity- Porcelain Veneers have a lifespan of 15 to 20 years, whereas composite Veneers are typically between 7 and 10 years. 

Stain Resistant: Porcelain veneers have stain-resistant properties, whereas composite veneers are likely to stain in a similar way to normal teeth.

Preparation of teeth- composite veneers do not require a great degree of preparation, whereas porcelain veneers require a certain amount of enamel to be removed, making it an irreversible procedure.

Veneers are typically suited to a range of people. The only real factor is the complexity of the issues you want resolved. If the case is too complex, then veneers may not be a valid option. Book a consultation with us now to see if Veneers are the right move for you!

You can get however many veneers you need, you get a full smile makeover, half set, a pair or just one to cover up a tooth you don’t like!

Veneers are an expensive cosmetic treatment, and it may well be worth it to take a look at one of Enhance Smiles’ Insurance packages for that added peace of mind.