A dental veneer is a thin and custom-made covering to conceal imperfections on the outer teeth. They are available in two main materials, porcelain and composite resin. They are meant to cover the front surface of teeth and aesthetically enhance one’s smile.
Dental veneers provide a long-lasting cosmetic solution to patients and with proper care, they can last for many years. It is important to keep in mind that while veneers can improve the appearance of teeth, they do not solve any underlying dental issues. It’s crucial to maintain good oral health for your veneers to function normally.
According to Grand View Research, the total value of the global dental veneers industry was estimated at $2.1 billion in 2021. This industry is expected to expand by 8.3% in the upcoming years.
The factors that affect the dental veneers industry include the growing prevalence of dental diseases, emerging demand for dental tourism, and global cosmetic trends.
As per WHO’s Global Oral Health Status Report (2022), around 3.5 billion people suffer from oral diseases and three out of 4 of these people are from middle-income nations. Turkey is known for its advanced dental tourism industry with over 66% market share in the Middle East and African region. Over 2 million foreigners visit Turkey every year for medical procedures, including dental treatments.
The processes of getting porcelain veneers typically involves several steps. Initially, a consultation with a cosmetic dentist is necessary to determine if veneers are the right option. Next, a small amount of enamel is gently removed from the teeth to create space for the veneers. Impressions of the teeth are taken and sent to a dental laboratory for the fabrication of custom veneers. Once ready, the veneers are bonded to the teeth using a strong dental adhesive, resulting in a transformed smile.
Dental veneers are thin sheets or coverings attached to the outer teeth to enhance your smile. The purpose of a dental veneer is to renew and improve the exterior of your front teeth. It is also known as a smile transformation procedure because it transforms the aesthetics of your smile. You can get as many veneers as you want but the recommended numbers are 4, 6, and 8. Dental veneers are typically made of porcelain or composite resin. Porcelain dental veneers are known for providing better and more accurate results, hence a bigger smile transformation.
Dental veneers are available in two major materials: porcelain veneers and composite resin veneers. Each material has its characteristics, pros and cons, and considerations:
Porcelain veneers are the most common in the dental industry and are made of ceramic material that resembles natural teeth. Porcelain veneers provide realistic and natural results because of their translucent appearance. Porcelain is stain-resistant and is a great fit for those looking for long-lasting aesthetic improvements. Porcelain veneers are generally more durable and stronger than composite resin veneers.
Composite resin veneers are made of plastic and fine glass particles designed to mimic natural tooth enamel. While composite resin veneers can mimic natural enamel, they do not provide the same translucency as porcelain veneers. However, technical developments have led to aesthetic improvements.
Composite resin veneers are more prone to staining compared to porcelain and require more maintenance. Although not as durable as porcelain, composite resin veneers can last for years with proper care. Unlike porcelain veneers, composite veneers do not need weeks for fabrication and can be attached to the teeth the same day.
Yes, we do package tour programs. You can find the details below.
Pink Package
16 Emax / Laminate Veneers, Consultation, 3D Dental Panoramic, X-Ray Film, Local Anesthesics, Requires 1 Visit, 6 Business Days, 5 Days 4 Star Hotel, 2 Way Airport Transfer, One Day City Tour
Yellow Package
20 Emax / Laminate Veneers, Consultation, 3D Dental Panoramic, X-Ray Film, Local Anesthesics, Requires 1 Visit, 6 Business Days, 5 Days 4 Star Hotel, 2 Way Airport Transfer, One Day City Tour
Brown Package
8 Meganen South Korea (USA Technology) Implants, 24 Teeth, 2 Jaw Hybrit Zirconium Prothesses, Consultation, 3D Dental Panoramic, X-Ray Film, Local Anesthesics, Requires 2 Visits, First Visit 4 Days,, Secnd Visit 3-4 Month After, 12 Days, 16 Days 4 Star Hotel, 2 Way Airport Transfer, One Day City Tour, One Day COmbination Tours (Istanbul, Ephesus, Cappadocia, Pamukkale)
Blue Package
28 Zirconium Crowns, Consultation, 3D Dental Panoramic, X-Ray Film, Local Anesthesics, Requires 1 Visit, 6 Business Days, 5 Days 4 Star Hotel, 2 Way Airport Transfer, One Day City Tour
Red Package
24 Zirconium Crowns, Consultation, 3D Dental Panoramic, X-Ray Film, Local Anesthesics, Requires 1 Visit, 6 Business Days, 5 Days 4 Star Hotel, 2 Way Airport Transfer, One Day City Tour
Green Package
20 Zirconium Crowns, Consultation, 3D Dental Panoramic, X-Ray Film, Local Anesthesics, Requires 1 Visit, 6 Business Days, 5 Days 4 Star Hotel, 2 Way Airport Transfer, One Day City Tour
Dental veneers work by covering the front surface of the teeth with thin, custom-made shells or coverings. The processes involves multiple steps:
Doctor’s consultation
This is the first step in your dental veneers journey. The initial meeting with your doctor gives you perspective on the type of veneers that will suit you and your smile.
The doctor discusses the steps of the procedure, the possible risks and complications, and other relevant details about the procedure.
Preparing the teeth for veneers
After the consultation, your doctor calls you to prepare your teeth for veneers.
A small amount of enamel is usually removed from the teeth’s front surface to make space for veneers. In certain cases, little to no enamel removal is necessary.
Impressions of your teeth
After preparing the teeth for veneers, dentists take impressions with a special putty material. These impressions are used to fabricate veneers that fit precisely over the treated teeth.
Temporary veneers (if required)
Dentists place temporary veneers for temporary protection of the teeth. Meanwhile, the permanent ones are sent to the dental lab. It takes 1-2 weeks for the veneers to be ready for placement.
Veneer placement
Once the custom veneers are ready, the dentist sets up an appointment to place your veneers. If there are any problems with the fit, adjustments can be made.
The dentist then makes final adjustments to ensure that the veneers feel comfortable and there is no under/overbite. It may involve polishing or reshaping the veneer until it fits perfectly.
If you are considering Turkey for dental veneer treatment, here is the processes of booking an appointment for your treatment. The processes is as follows:
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Step 1: Contact our representative and share your information
The first important step to start the processes is to contact us and share your information.
One of our team members will take your details, including your contact details and medical history.
These are the tests that our representative will ask you to share with them via WhatsApp or email:
Step 2: Travelling to Turkey and Hospitalization
Once our doctors are satisfied with your test results, we will help you sort out your flight to Turkey and your itinerary.
It doesn’t matter which airport you land at we will be there to pick you up and take you to the hotel.
We will arrange your hotel transfers as well to make sure you are sorted throughout your trip.
Step 3: Pre-surgery Check-up
Once you arrive at the hotel, our doctors will welcome you and prepare you for certain tests.
Although we have asked you for certain tests before, our doctors run another set of tests to be safe.
The following tests will be performed before the surgery:
Step 4: Surgery
If the doctors are satisfied with your test results, they prepare you for the surgery.
On the day of the surgery, you are transferred to the hospital and welcomed by the staff at the hospital.
Step 5: Recovery
After the surgery, you may have to stay in the hospital for a short while for doctors to monitor your condition.This is just a preventative step to make sure you are recovering fine.You may have to revisit after a few days for a follow-up appointment with the doctor.Once your doctor gives the go-ahead, we will transfer you to your designated hotel.
The hotel provides a wide range of amenities and luxuries to make sure you are comfortable throughout your stay.
What services does our package include?
Here is a complete list of services our treatment package includes:
While the procedure of dental veneers is considered safe, it does carry a few potential risks. Dentists need to inform patients about the following risks:
The price of dental veneers varies according to the material and number of veneers you want in USA.
The average cost of a single porcelain veneer is $900 to $2,500 whereas a single composite resin costs $250 to $350.
Turkey, on the other hand, is one of the few places in the world that offers affordable dental costs.
The average price of porcelain veneers in Turkey is $250 to $550 per tooth whereas each composite-resin veneer costs $150 to $250.
Dental laminate veneers are thin porcelain covers to enhance the outer surface of teeth. Laminates conceal deep stains, marks, chipping, cracks, discoloration, and other blemishes on the front teeth. The main aim of dental laminates is to renew the exterior of front teeth and brighten your smile. Laminates are highly customizable and give natural results because of their translucency. Laminate veneers offer a high success rate and are among the most popular cosmetic treatments for smile enhancement.
Material: Porcelain
Average Price in Turkey
$250 per tooth
Average Price in the US
$800 to $1000 per tooth
Zirconium veneers are made of zirconium dioxide, a strong and durable material. It is also known as “ceramic steel” with ten times more strength than tooth enamel. They are highly stain-resistant and fatigue-resistant with a smooth exterior. Zirconium veneers are thin shells that hide blemishes on the front teeth so you can smile confidently. They enhance the shape, size, and color of teeth for a straighter and more vibrant smile. They can last for 10 to 20 years with proper care and oral hygiene.
Material: Zirconium Dioxide
Average Price in Turkey
$250 to $500 per tooth
Average price in the US
$800 to $1,500 per tooth
E-max veneers are thin and durable veneers made from lithium disilicate ceramic also known as glass ceramic. They are delicate and highly customizable so they can give the most natural and visible results. Lithium disilicate ceramic is a strong ceramic material known for its durability and aesthetic qualities. Due to its strength and durability, E-max veneers can last up to 15 to 20 years with proper care and maintenance. Their translucent appearance and thinness allow them to blend.
Material: Lithium Disilicate Ceramic
Average price in Turkey
$300 to $500 per tooth
Average price in the US
$1000 to $2,500 per tooth
Porcelain veneers are fine and custom-made veneers made of porcelain and ceramics. They are highly translucent in appearance and give flawless and natural results. Porcelain veneers address various dental cosmetic issues such as stains, marks, chipping, cracks, and misshapen teeth. Porcelain veneers are known for their natural appearance, durability, and stain resistance. They are durable and can last up to 15 to 20 years with proper care and consistent oral hygiene.
Material: Porcelain and ceramics
Average price in Turkey
$250 to $350 per tooth
Average price in the US
$1000 to $2,500 per tooth
Turkey offers many perks and benefits to foreigners coming for medical treatments. Here are the top 7 reasons why Turkey is a good catch for dental treatments and other medical treatments:
The Turkish Health Ministry announced VAT exemption for foreigners who visit Turkey for medical treatment in 2018. It is a state incentive to boost medical tourism in Turkey and to provide convenience to foreign patients. Therefore, medical treatments are free of tax if you are a foreigner coming to Turkey for medical treatment.
One of the benefits of coming to Turkey for medical treatment is that you do not have to deal with long visa queues. Most foreigners, particularly Europeans can enter Turkey without a visa and just with a valid ID card. It saves a lot of time and you can plan your trip without any hassle and worries.
Turkey offers a well-established medical tourism sector that thrives due to a web of hospitals, clinics, and agencies that meticulously plan every aspect of your journey. Travel packages for medical tourism cover everything from hotel reservations to airport transfers, hospital transfers, and other important aspects. In 2023, around 7,46,290 people have already chosen Turkey as their medical destination. The total profit earned so far in 2023 by the medical tourism sector in Turkey is $1,033,942.
No waiting for an Appointment: Another perk of coming to Turkey is that you don’t have to wait for months or years for your appointment. Despite receiving hundreds and thousands of patients every season, every patient is given the same level of attention and care. The appointment processes is fast and hassle-free.
Transit Hub: Istanbul is Turkey’s biggest metropolitan city that hosts a huge number of transit flights every day. It is convenient to find flight connections to almost anywhere in the world from Istanbul. Furthermore, most flights from European countries to Istanbul are only 3 hours long. Therefore, foreigners can find a sense of ease in traveling to Turkey because of easy flight accessibility.
Dental veneers are for cosmetic improvement for people who have specific aesthetic concerns related to their smile. Here are situations where dental veneers may prove to be a suitable treatment:
Dental veneers work well in situations where the front teeth are severely discolored and stained. These stains are deep and do not respond to teeth whitening procedures also.
Dental veneers are also helpful when there is noticeable chipping or breakage on the front teeth. Veneers renew the exterior of the teeth and hide the blemishes.
Dental veneers can also give a more uniform and aesthetically pleasing tooth shape if your teeth are not straight. Veneers give you a more even and aesthetically pleasing smile that enhances your personality.
Dental veneers are also beneficial for closing noticeable gaps between teeth. They give you a straighter more infectious smile.
Over time your teeth develop signs of wear and tear such as stains, flattened teeth, and chipped or cracked teeth. Dental veneers give a new exterior to your teeth and aesthetically transform your smile.
Sometimes all people want is a boost of confidence by enhancing their teeth. Veneers solve multiple cosmetic issues such as discoloration, chipping, cracks, stains, and misshapen teeth. They give your teeth the uniformity you always wanted for a camera-friendly smile.
Here are common queries we receive regarding dental veneers:
The average recovery time for dental veneers is 2 to 3 weeks. You can go back to your everyday activities within a week if everything goes smoothly.
Dental veneers are non-reversible and can only replaced in case they get damaged. The average life span of veneers is between 8 and 15 years.
A reliable, experienced, and board-certified Orthodontist is the best dentist for dental veneers.
It is not possible to whiten veneers and the only way to enhance their color is by getting new veneers.
Dental veneers have a high success rate and are known to provide the most natural and aesthetically pleasing results.
Getting veneers does not exempt you from taking care of your health and visiting your dentist regularly.
Dental veneers are made of porcelain and other biocompatible materials so chances of toxicity are very low. However, you need to check if you are allergic to any of the materials.
The procedure for dental veneers is not painful but you may experience extra sensitivity the first few days because of enamel changes.
As DixiHealth, we provide health tourism in Istanbul. We work with the most reputable hospitals and specialized doctors in Turkey and closely follow your treatment processes. While taking care of your health procedures, we accompany you to enjoy pleasant moments in the fascinating atmosphere of Istanbul.