Porcelain Veneers in Edinburgh
Porcelain veneers are one of the most dramatic cosmetic treatments in dentistry. When the right candidates get the right veneers, placed well, the results are genuinely transformative.
OVERVIEW
Citrus Dental Care provides porcelain veneers at 1 Meadow Place, Edinburgh EH9 1JZ, near The Meadows. Porcelain veneers are thin custom-made shells bonded to the front surface of the teeth to improve their colour, shape, size, and overall appearance. Veneers start from £690 per veneer. A consultation is required before treatment to assess suitability. Veneers are a private treatment and are not available on the NHS. 0% finance is available through Tabeo.
What Are Porcelain Veneers, and Are They Right for You?
You’ve noticed it every time someone takes a photo on Bruntsfield Place. The slight discolouration on your upper front teeth that whitening hasn’t shifted. The tooth that’s slightly shorter than the one next to it. The crack that’s barely visible but that you know is there and it bothers you every time you smile properly. These aren’t things a hygiene appointment fixes. They’re cosmetic, and porcelain veneers are built for exactly this.
A porcelain veneer is a thin, custom-made shell of dental porcelain that is bonded to the front surface of a tooth to change its colour, shape, size, or length. Veneers are made from high-quality dental ceramic matched precisely to the desired shade and shape, and when they’re placed well they are completely natural-looking. Nobody will know they’re there. They’ll just notice that your teeth look great.
Are Porcelain Veneers Right for Me?
Good questions, Porcelain veneers work well for teeth that are permanently discoloured and don’t respond to professional whitening, teeth that are chipped, cracked, or worn, teeth that are mildly misshapen or uneven in size, small gaps between front teeth, and patients who want a significant, long-lasting improvement to the overall appearance of their smile.
Veneers are not the right solution for patients with significant misalignment or bite issues, severe decay or gum disease that hasn’t been treated, or patients who grind their teeth heavily without using a night guard. They also require the removal of a small amount of enamel from the front of the tooth, which makes them a permanent treatment. This isn’t a reason not to have them, but it is a reason to be well-informed before you commit.
Before starting any veneer treatment, your teeth and gums need to be in good health. If any issues need addressing first, we’ll tell you clearly what they are and what they’ll cost.
What Does the Process Look Like?
Your Porcelain Veneers at Citrus covers more ground than you might expect.
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1Consultation and planningYour dentist examines your teeth, takes photographs, and discusses exactly what you'd like to change. A written treatment plan is provided before any work begins.
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2PreparationA small, precise amount of enamel is removed from the front surface of each tooth being treated to make room for the veneer. Local anaesthetic is used.
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3ImpressionsDetailed impressions or digital scans of your prepared teeth are taken and sent to a specialist dental laboratory where your veneers are custom-made.
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4Temporary veneersThin temporary veneers are placed while your permanent ones are being made, usually one to two weeks.
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5FittingYour porcelain veneers arrive from the laboratory. Your dentist checks the fit, shape, and shade carefully before bonding them permanently to your teeth.
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6Final checksYour bite is checked, any minor adjustments are made, and you leave with your finished result.
How Much Do Porcelain Veneers Cost in Edinburgh?
Porcelain veneers at Citrus start from £690 per veneer. Most patients have between two and eight veneers placed depending on how many teeth are visible in their smile and what they want to achieve.
The total cost depends on the number of veneers and the complexity of the case. We provide a clear written quote after your consultation so you know exactly what the treatment will cost before anything is agreed.
Porcelain veneers are a private treatment. They are not available on the NHS.
We See Patients From Across Edinburgh and Beyond
We see veneer patients from across Edinburgh’s Southside including Newington, Bruntsfield, Tollcross, Marchmont, Morningside, and Leith, as well as patients travelling in from further across Edinburgh and the Lothians. If you’ve been thinking about veneers for a while and you’re ready to have a proper conversation about what’s involved, we’re two minutes from The Meadows.
No sure where to begin? Just give us a ring.
Spread the Cost of Your Veneers With Finance
A full set of porcelain veneers is a significant investment. Through Tabeo we offer 0% interest finance with fixed monthly payments and no early repayment penalty, which allows you to spread the total cost into manageable amounts rather than paying everything upfront.
We’ll confirm your total cost at the consultation and walk you through what a finance plan would look like for your specific treatment before you commit to anything.
REGISTRATION
Register With Citrus Dental Care
New to the area, returning after a while away, or just finally getting round to that appointment you’ve been putting off. You’re welcome here and registering is straightforward.
Here’s what you get when you join us:
- Free NHS check-ups for all registered patients
- Same-day emergency appointments when you need them
- A friendly, consistent team who gets to know you
- Membership plans from £22.50 a month
- 0% finance on private treatment through Tabeo
- Gentle, unhurried care at whatever pace suits you
NHS patients are very welcome. We’re currently accepting new NHS registrations alongside private patients, which we know isn’t something every Edinburgh practice can say right now.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions About Veneers
Porcelain veneers typically last ten to fifteen years with proper care, significantly longer than composite bonding. They are highly resistant to staining and, because they are custom-made from dental porcelain, they closely mimic the light-reflective properties of natural tooth enamel. With good oral hygiene and regular check-ups, many patients get considerably more than fifteen years from a well-placed set of veneers.
Yes, in the sense that the preparation process involves removing a small amount of enamel from the tooth, which cannot be replaced. The veneers themselves will eventually need replacing after ten to fifteen years, but the teeth underneath will always need to be covered by some form of restoration. This is why we take the consultation seriously and make sure every patient is well-informed before proceeding.
Yes, when placed well. Modern dental porcelain mimics the translucency and light reflection of natural tooth enamel very closely. The shade and shape are custom-designed for your face and your existing teeth. Nobody looking at you should be able to tell you have veneers. They'll just notice that your smile looks great.
Composite bonding is applied directly to the tooth without removing enamel and is reversible. Porcelain veneers require a small amount of enamel removal and are a permanent change. Veneers last considerably longer, are more stain-resistant, and generally produce a more dramatic transformation. Bonding costs less and is faster to complete. Your dentist will advise which is more appropriate for your specific teeth and what you want to achieve.
Whitening gel doesn't affect dental porcelain, so the veneers themselves won't change colour. If you whiten your natural teeth after having veneers fitted, there may be a colour mismatch between your natural teeth and the veneers. Whitening should always be done before veneers are placed so the veneers can be matched to the new, brighter shade.
Grinding significantly increases the risk of veneer fracture or debonding over time. If you grind, we'll discuss this at the consultation. In many cases a night guard worn during sleep manages the risk adequately and veneers can still be placed. Where grinding is severe, we may recommend addressing it before proceeding, or discuss whether a more robust restoration is more appropriate.
