Why Do People Get Veneers in Istanbul?
The maths make the decision straightforward. An 8-veneer smile makeover with E.max porcelain in the UK costs between £6,400 and £9,600. The same treatment in Istanbul, using identical materials from the same manufacturers, costs £1,440–£2,240. That's a saving of £4,000–£7,000 on a single procedure.
Add flights and a week's accommodation, and UK patients are still saving between £3,000 and £6,000 — while getting care that in many cases is more thorough than what they'd experience at home.
E.max vs Composite: Which Should You Choose?
E.max Porcelain Veneers (Recommended)
- Lifespan: 15–20 years with proper care
- Translucency matches natural tooth enamel
- Stain-resistant, does not discolour over time
- Minimal tooth reduction required (0.3–0.5mm)
- Price at Ultra Diş: £180–£280 per tooth
Composite Veneers
- Lifespan: 3–7 years
- Applied directly — no lab, same-day results
- More affordable but will chip, stain, and require replacement
- Good for temporary results or budget constraints
- Price at Ultra Diş: £80–£140 per tooth
What Is the Treatment Process?
Porcelain veneers in Istanbul typically take one trip of 5–7 days:
- Day 1: Consultation, digital smile design, shade selection
- Day 2: Tooth preparation (minimal reduction), temporary veneers placed
- Days 3–4: Lab fabricates your E.max veneers
- Day 5: Final veneers bonded — you leave with your new smile
We show you a full digital preview of your result before we touch your teeth. You approve the shape, size, and shade. Only then does treatment begin.
Will They Look Natural?
Yes — when done correctly. E.max ceramic has a layered translucency that mimics natural enamel. The key is precise shade matching and proportional design. Our ceramics lab has English-speaking technicians and works directly with our clinical team to achieve natural results that complement your facial proportions.
The “Hollywood white” look — ultra-bright, opaque — is an aesthetic choice, not a technical requirement. Most of our patients choose a natural-looking result that's noticeably better without being obviously “done.”
How Long Do They Last?
E.max porcelain veneers last 15–20 years with proper care. The main risks are chips from biting hard objects and bruxism (teeth grinding). We provide a night guard for all veneer patients.
Am I a Good Candidate?
Veneers work best for patients who have healthy teeth and gums, with issues that are cosmetic rather than structural — discolouration, minor misalignment, gaps, chipped edges. They're not suitable for severely decayed or structurally compromised teeth, which would need other treatment first.
Send us a photo and we'll tell you honestly within 2 hours whether veneers are the right option for you.