Porcelain Veneers in Liverpool

Porcelain veneers are a long-term investment in your smile. With the right care, you can maximise their lifespan and keep them looking their best for many years.

Daily Oral Hygiene

• Brush twice daily using a soft-bristled toothbrush and non-abrasive fluoride toothpaste.
• Floss between veneered teeth daily to prevent plaque at the gum margins.
• Use a fluoride mouthwash to protect the surrounding tooth structure.
• Avoid whitening toothpastes, which can scratch the veneer surface over time.

Dietary Habits

• Moderate consumption of staining foods and drinks (coffee, red wine, tea) is advisable to protect the surrounding tooth structure.
• Avoid biting directly into very hard foods — e.g. hard crusts, ice, boiled sweets — with veneered teeth.
• Do not use your teeth as tools to open packaging or bite nails.

Protecting Against Grinding

If you have a tendency to grind or clench your teeth (bruxism), your dentist will recommend a custom-made occlusal night guard. Grinding is the most common cause of premature veneer failure, and a night guard is a simple, cost-effective way to protect your investment.

Regular Dental Appointments

• Attend check-ups at Khan Dental every 6 months.
• Book hygienist appointments regularly to maintain gum health and keep veneers clean.
• Inform your hygienist that you have veneers, so they use appropriate instruments.

Long-Term Considerations

Porcelain veneers are permanent — once tooth preparation has taken place, you will always need a veneer on those teeth. They will eventually need replacing (typically after 10–20 years), which is a routine procedure carried out at a standard appointment. Planning ahead and budgeting for eventual replacement is a sensible consideration when choosing this treatment.

At Khan Dental, porcelain veneers start from £850 per veneer for E-max, £950 for Zirconia Porcelain, and £1,500 for our Bespoke Porcelain Feather Veneers.

The total cost depends on how many veneers are required and which type is most appropriate for your situation.

Flexible finance plans are available to help spread the cost of treatment.

Tooth preparation is carried out under local anaesthetic, so you will not feel pain during the procedure. Mild sensitivity to hot and cold in the days following preparation is common and settles quickly. The fitting appointment involves no anaesthetic for most patients and is entirely comfortable.

With proper care, porcelain veneers typically last 10–20 years. Longevity depends on the quality of the initial preparation and bonding, your bite and habits, and the consistency of your ongoing dental care.

Patients who wear a night guard when recommended, attend regular hygiene appointments, and avoid excessive forces on their veneers consistently achieve the best long-term outcomes.

Yes — when designed and crafted correctly, porcelain veneers are indistinguishable from natural teeth. We use digital smile design to ensure the size, shape, and shade of each veneer are in harmony with your facial proportions. The result enhances your appearance without looking artificial or overdone.

Porcelain veneers cannot be altered by bleaching agents. However, because porcelain is non-porous, your veneers will maintain their shade for many years.

If you wish to whiten your natural teeth alongside veneers, this should ideally be done before the veneers are colour-matched and fitted. Your dentist will guide you on the ideal sequence.

Yes — veneers are durable but will eventually need to be replaced, typically after 10–20 years. This is a routine procedure, and your dentist will monitor the condition of your veneers at each check-up, giving you plenty of notice well in advance.