Dental veneers in St Helens
Kiln Lane Dental specialises in dental veneers in St Helens and our dentists have earned an enviable reputation for concealing various cosmetic imperfections.
What are dental veneers?
Veneers are one of the most common cosmetic dentistry treatments available – offering a fast and effective solution for chipped, stained or crooked teeth.
Veneers are thin, custom-made shells that fit over the front surfaces of your teeth, mimicking the shape, size and colour of your natural teeth.
Porcelain veneers can be used to cover gaps between your teeth when orthodontic treatment may not be a viable option, too.
How can you benefit from veneers?
There are various reasons why people opt for veneers, including:
- Replace damaged and chipped teeth
- Replace worn teeth
- Alter the shape of your teeth
- Hide small gaps between your teeth
- Improve alignment
- Whiten teeth
If you have a chipped tooth or missing teeth, or you want to lighten your front teeth,
get in touch with our cosmetic dentist in St Helens to find out whether you’re eligible for porcelain veneers.
What is the procedure for veneers?
Stage one: Consultation for veneers
Before the procedure takes place, you will consult with your dentist about your preferences. Your dentist will also conduct a thorough oral examination to ensure dental veneers are the right choice for you.
Stage two: Impressions and study models
Once you consent to the treatment, your cosmetic dentist may then take impressions of your natural teeth.
This will allow them to make a model of what your teeth should look like after the veneers are in place, but this depends on how many porcelain veneers are being placed and is often not necessary for one or two veneers. At this point, you can decide if you are happy or suggest changes – they are your teeth after all.
Stage three: Veneer preparation
Tooth preparation is a crucial part of the cosmetic procedure.
This begins by filing down a thin layer of enamel where the veneers will be fitted, and can be done with or without anaesthetic. This process occurs in order to avoid your teeth looking bulky once the veneers are in place. Once this is complete, another impression is taken and sent to a specialist dental laboratory where the veneers are constructed.
If your main objective for getting veneers is to achieve a whiter smile but you are only getting some of your teeth veneered, you may wish to get the rest of your natural teeth whitened first.
Stage four: Dental veneer placement
Once your porcelain veneers are back from the laboratory, we will arrange an appointment to fit them. Before applying the veneers, your dentist will first check that they are suitable and that they do not affect your bite or alignment. If there are any issues, alterations can be made immediately before fitting. Once you are happy, your teeth will then be cleaned, and an acid gel will be applied in order to create a better surface for the veneers to adhere to.
The veneers will then be cemented and attached to the correct tooth. When your veneers are aligned correctly, a curing light is used to harden the dental cement to allow the veneers to last for a prolonged period.
Stage five: Recovery
After your dental veneers are fitted, your gums may feel slightly tender, although this should subside quickly. You may also be asked back for a final check-up/polish to ensure everything is in place properly and you are happy with your results.
What are the benefits of porcelain veneers?
Whilst there are several types of dental veneer options available, including (but not limited to) composite veneers, non-prep veneers and removable veneers, we use traditional porcelain veneers at Kiln Lane.
We fit porcelain veneers to address several cosmetic imperfections. When a thin layer of porcelain is applied to the surface of a tooth, it can improve the appearance of your smile – providing you with whiter and more even teeth.
A porcelain veneer can mimic the light-reflecting qualities of teeth, too – giving you a natural smile you can show off.
When compared with other materials, porcelain veneers are much stronger and resistant to stains – allowing you to achieve your dream smile and maintain it for longer.
How much do veneers in St Helens cost?
The cost of dental veneers in St Helens can vary from patient to patient. It typically depends on several factors, including how many custom-made shells you need and the final look you want to achieve.
The good news is that our dental experts are always on hand and will explain your options and the associated costs in detail during your consultation appointment.
Although we pride ourselves on offering some of the most competitive rates for our dental treatments, we also provide finance options that help you to spread the cost of porcelain veneers, making it even more affordable for you to obtain your desired results.
To get the ball rolling and find out more about veneers in St Helens or our range of cosmetic procedures, send us a message via our
online contact form.
Before and after
This lady was unsatisfied with the size and shape of her teeth and asked our expert dental team to help her achieve a fuller, brighter smile. We did this by implementing porcelain veneers and altering her gums to ensure she had the best and brightest smile she could hope for.
Interested in dental veneers?
Whether you’re looking to improve a single discoloured tooth, lighten only the front surface of your teeth or conceal broken or missing teeth, our porcelain veneers are sure to help.
The team at Kiln Lane Dental have extensive knowledge and experience when it comes to veneers and would love to hear from you.
You can either call us on
01744 25776 to find out more about what you can expect from veneer placement. Or simply email your questions about dental veneers to
info@kilnlanedental.co.uk and we’ll get back to you with more information shortly.
