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Dr Alastair's advice was echoed by Dr Christopher Orr, owner of Advanced Dental Practice in central London, who says the fact that veneers are not a one-time procedure should deter millennials looking abroad. He said: 'Regardless of who does it, nothing lasts forever and veneers/crowns etc will need to be replaced several times over the person's lifetime, so it makes sense not to do these things if there are more conservative alternatives available, especially in younger patients. ' Dr. Orr also warned that anyone who has had dental treatment abroad, such as veneers, crowns or implants, may not be eligible for treatment on the NHS if they have a problem. 'Flying back to the country you had the original treatment may be difficult and/or expensive. And you may not be able to rely on the NHS to fix it either. ' So just be sure to explore all options before saying goodbye to your natural teeth. MORE: Student left in tears after buying disappointing veneers on the internet MORE: Woman learns the hard way not to buy £5 veneers off eBay in hilarious video MORE: Grandma loses her false teeth, finds out the dog is wearing them The Fix The daily lifestyle email from Find out more
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Happy days. But still, it can be painful or uncomfortable if your teeth are sensitive. If you look through YouTube, you'll be met with countless video diaries of the treatment, detailing the whole journey, whether at home or abroad. While many sing the praises of the 'quick and painless' treatment (sometimes getting theirs sponsored or discounted in exchange for exposure), others have spoken out about how traumatic and even painful it can be. YouTuber Eleasha Ajadi, who goes by Duchess of Fashion, did an hour-long vlog of her veneer placement, which almost left her in tears. She tells how she was insecure about her 'gummy smile' and small teeth. When she got her porcelain veneers in Turkey, she had gum contouring which involved removing a small section of her gum line on her upper jaw to give her a 'gum lift'. 'Then I had to wait a few days for my gums to heal before moving to the next stage, ' she explained. 'The worst part of the entire process was getting my teeth filed down, it was incredibly painful and water from the machine kept spraying on my face making it difficult for me to breathe. '
Eleasha before the veneers (Picture: Eleasha Ajadi) You have to have your original teeth filed down so the veneers or crowns can securely fit. The veneers protect your original teeth but the downside is you can't reveal your natural teeth and have to replace your veneers roughly every 15 years. A gum lift raises your gum line, it creates the appearance of bigger teeth and makes your smile look more symmetrical. It's done by removing/sculpting your gum line with a knife, it might feel uncomfortable but it's all done under local anesthetic. This was the first step of Eleasha's procedure before the veneers. The total cost of her treatment including gum contouring, 22 veneers top and bottom, and two retainers to wear at night was £5, 346. Flights and accommodation cost a further £786, taking the total up to £6, 132. Eleasha after her veneers (Picture: Eleasha Ajadi) 'At one point I even had a slight panic attack and the dentist had to stop the procedure. After that I was given temporary teeth to wear for a few days, then you come back to design your new teeth and the final stage is getting your new teeth fitted. '
The most common is porcelain, which can range from £500-£1000 per tooth in the UK. According to The Dental Guide, the cost of composite veneers can vary from £150- to £400 for a single tooth. While composite veneers are substantially cheaper than porcelain, they are more likely to become stained and generally don't last as long. You can expect composite veneers to last between 5-8 years with proper care. There are two methods for the type of veneer you choose; preparation and no preparation veneers. With traditional veneers, your dentist will remove a very small amount of enamel from the tooth or teeth that will be receiving the veneer. Then, they take an impression of your slightly shaved tooth, so a veneer can be crafted for it. It'll take between two and four weeks to receive the veneer. In the meantime, if you're worried about showing your teeth, you can get temporary ones to suit your smile. With no-preparation veneers, there is no removal or shaving your natural teeth required, and the veneers are fitted directly over your existing natural teeth.
Recently, a tweet went viral after claiming you have to shave down your teeth to accommodate the veneers. But as some pointed out, this isn't always the case – there are no-preparation veneers for those who don't want to shave down their natural teeth. Different treatments require different methods and as technology has advanced, so too has cosmetic procedures. So for your convenience and perhaps destination to brilliant fake teeth, we've spoken to the experts to find out the long-term risks of the procedure. Apparently Connor's dazzling veneers helped him in the love department (Picture: ITV/Getty) How many kinds of veneers are there? Dr. Marques from the Dr. Richard Marques Dental Practice tells us there are: Porcelain Veneers – These are the most used form of veneers as they produce a natural result like normal teeth E-max veneers – These veneers are strong and can be made thinner and lighter but are more translucent Zirconia veneers – these are the strongest of all veneers. They are good for blocking out dark teeth underneath Lumineers – These are some of the thinnest veneers Contact lense veneers – Require no preparation at all but can only be used in some cases Composite veneers – A form of bonding that requires no tooth preparation but is not as strong as porcelain veneers Prices can vary for veneers, depending on which you choose.
". 'I was planning to go to Istanbul but I found an alternative in London. The maximum I'm willing to pay is £2, 500. ' But UK dentists don't recommend flying abroad. Dr Alastair McGill, from New Town Dental Care, believes that dental tourism simply isn't worth the risk to patients. He says: 'So-called "dental holidays" are presented as a cheap and easy alternative, but if things go wrong, it can be anything but. 'It sounds too good to be true – discounted treatments, great teeth and a holiday in the sun to boot – and it often is. 'We've had patients coming to us after getting treatment abroad because they now need to have repair work done, whether that's replacing mismatched or poor-quality veneers or sometimes having to undergo reconstructive work, such is the level of damage inflicted. ' A combination of lower dental standards and rushed work can all contribute to a less than desirable result, according to Dr. Alastair and his colleagues. While there are undoubtedly skilled dentists abroad, their costs are likely to be similar to UK practices when you factor in the cost of travel and accommodation and return trips to fix them.