Crowns and Veneers

After fitting, it is important to keep your veneer well-maintained with regular brushing and flossing. Your dentist and hygienist will show you how to keep on top of your dental hygiene and keep a close eye on the health of your teeth and gums.

The best way to care for your crown is to stay on top of your oral hygiene – this means keeping your teeth and gums healthy by brushing with a fluoride toothpaste twice a day and flossing between your teeth. You also need to see your dentist regularly for check-ups so they can keep an eye on your crown and the tooth underneath.

Although veneers are resilient, it is important to treat them with care, so try not to bite your fingernails or chew pen tops or use your teeth to open anything. Also, it is probably best to steer clear of very hard foods that could cause damage to the veneer.

In many cases, fitting porcelain veneers requires some of your natural tooth enamel to be removed. Therefore, they are an irreversible treatment, designed to be kept on your teeth permanently. Your veneers themselves can last up to 15 years before needing to be replaced, depending on how well you look after them.

Tooth crowns are not permanent and will need replacing or repairing at some point. The treatment process is irreversible as some of your natural dental enamel is removed in order to accommodate the tooth crown on top, so you will always need a crown on your tooth. Most crowns last for up to 10-15 years before natural wear and tear will likely cause the need for removal and replacement.

You shouldn’t find either the treatment for veneers or crowns painful. We use local anaesthetic to minimise your discomfort during the preparation and fitting process, and ensure you are relaxed and ready before beginning any treatment. Most patients experience no pain or discomfort at all. You may feel some sensitivity once your veneers have been fitted, but this will go after a few days.

The cost of your dental crown will vary, depending on your individual case. As a guide, at W Dental, the costs start from £416 per month for full upper crowns. We can give you a more detailed estimate during your free initial consultation.

The cost of veneers varies depending on how many you are having fitted and the materials used. As a guide, at W Dental, the costs start from £416 per month for full upper veneers. We can give you a more detailed estimate during your free initial consultation.

When looked after properly, your dental crown can last for around 10-15 years without causing you any problems. Your dentist will keep an eye on your crown during your routine check ups to make sure it remains trouble-free.

When looked after correctly, your veneers can last for many years. They do have the potential to chip, break or become damaged, but they can be repaired or replaced easily, if necessary. Your dentist will keep an eye on your veneers during your routine check ups to make sure they remain problem-free.