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14 November 2018
What Are Veneers & Instant Veneers
More than ever before, people are opting for veneers, both porcelain and instant, to help improve their overall smile. The reason is that it's never been easier, quicker or more affordable to get the smile you've always wanted. However, not many people are aware of the different types of veneer that are widely available - suited to fit any budget. So, just what are the main differences?
Instant Veneers
Instant veneers are less expensive than porcelain veneers, making them increasingly common with patients of all ages. The benefit of instant veneers is that unlike porcelain veneers, which are made in a dental lab and adds to their expense, instant veneers are made as you relax in the dentists chair and can be completed in as little as one visit.
Most people think they need 10 or even a full mouth of veneers, but this is very rarely the case. Quite often, the vast majority of people only need 2-4 veneers to help improve their smile. Our experienced cosmetic dentists specialise in carefully handcrafting instant, otherwise known as composite veneers. All that is needed to assess your suitability for treatment is a quick consultation, where we can assess your teeth, discuss how you'd like to improve your smile and with the help of HD photography, create a natural, healthy smile. It really is that simple!
Instant veneers is a great treatment because it can be done in just one visit. There's no drilling of your natural teeth, no need for numbing and it gives really lovely results.
Dr. Marie Sanfey, Seapoint Clinic
Instant Veneers
Porcelain Veneers
Similar to Instant Veneers, Porcelain Veneers are a great way to dramatically improve the shape, appearance and colour of your teeth. Unlike Instant Veneers, our porcelain veneers are handcrafted by technicians in Da Vinci Studios, California using the finest of porcelain to create a natural looking smile. Using a very fine layer of tooth-coloured porcelain, your veneer is bonded in place over your natural tooth, protecting the surface below and improving your overall smile.
Before treatment begins, we arrange for a Digital Smile Design session in our in-house studio, where we can show you how your smile will look before treatment even begins. This ensures that you are 100% happy with how your smile will look, before being converted into porcelain in California and finally bonded into place. Seapoint Clinic is the single largest provider of Da Vinci veneers in Ireland, meaning we will get the result you desire. Why not contact us today to book your initial consultation!