Porcelain veneers are thin ceramic shells, typically 0.2 to 0.7 mm thick, bonded to the front surface of teeth to correct discoloration, chips, gaps, and minor misalignment. Getting porcelain veneers in Turkey typically takes 5 to 7 days and involves 2 to 3 clinical visits, covering digital smile design, minimal tooth preparation, a rehearsal fitting, and final bonding.
Porcelain veneers fix four common cosmetic problems: stained or discoloured teeth, chipped or worn teeth, gapped or uneven teeth, and misshapen teeth.
Unresponsive to traditional whitening methods.
Minor damage affecting your smile aesthetics.
Small spaces or irregularities in alignment.
Teeth that are too small, too short, or have an undesirable shape.
Porcelain veneers, also called laminate veneers, are thin, custom-made ceramic shells bonded to the front surface of teeth with high-strength dental adhesive. Each veneer is 0.2 to 0.7 mm thick and covers only the visible front face of the tooth, which makes veneers a far more conservative treatment than full crowns. Veneers correct discolouration, chips, gaps and minor misalignment in a single treatment, and last 10 to 15 years or longer with routine care.
Not all teeth are suitable for veneers. A tooth with extensive decay, large fractures or deep cracks is better restored with a crown. The material that makes modern veneers both thin and durable is E.max lithium disilicate.
Porcelain veneers in Turkey typically cost between $300 and $600 per tooth for E-max – a fraction of UK, US, German or French prices for the same material. At Maltepe Dental Clinic, every veneer is E-max, digitally designed and hand-finished in the in-house laboratory, with a rehearsal fitting before final bonding.
For the same E-max material, porcelain veneers in Turkey cost a fraction of Western prices — because clinic overheads and laboratory costs are lower, not because the material or protocol differs. Typical per-tooth market ranges below. For MDC’s exact prices, see the price list.
| Country | E-max porcelain veneer (per tooth) | Savings in Turkey |
|---|---|---|
| 🇹🇷Turkey | $300 – $600 | — |
| 🇬🇧United Kingdom | $1,100 – $1,800 | up to 75% |
| 🇺🇸United States | $1,800 – $3,000 | up to 75% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | $X – $Y | up to 75% |
| 🇫🇷France | $X – $Y | up to 75% |
Ranges refer to E-max or equivalent premium porcelain veneers placed by private cosmetic dentists, and are indicative market figures. MDC’s own per-tooth prices are on the price list.
A quick note if you’ve seen “zirconium veneers.” You may come across the term while comparing prices. In most cases it actually refers to a zirconium crown, which covers the whole tooth rather than just its front surface like a veneer. Because they’re different treatments with different preparation, their prices aren’t directly comparable. If full-coverage restorations suit your case better, our zirconium crowns page explains the options.
MDC gives you an itemised plan before you travel, so every stage is clear. Because the laboratory is inside the clinic, there is no separate lab fee, and the exact per-tooth figures are published on the price list.
Veneers are a cosmetic treatment, so standard dental insurance rarely covers them. The 3-year guarantee covers your porcelain veneers.
The before and after results below show real Maltepe Dental Clinic patients treated with E.max laminate veneers, covering full smile makeovers, gap closures, discoloured teeth and redo cases. Each smile was designed digitally and hand-finished by MDC ceramists in the clinic’s in-house laboratory.
E.max veneers are the best material for laminate veneers because lithium disilicate ceramic combines a flexural strength of around 400 MPa with the translucency of natural enamel. This strength allows veneers to be thin enough to require only minimal enamel preparation, while the translucency lets light pass through the ceramic the way it passes through a natural tooth. Maltepe Dental Clinic uses E.max exclusively for laminate veneers and fires every veneer in Ivoclar Vivadent ceramic furnaces in its in-house laboratory.
The main benefits of E.max porcelain veneers are aesthetic improvement, natural appearance, stain resistance, minimal invasiveness, durability, and the ability to correct several problems at once.
Maltepe Dental Clinic combines specialist cosmetic dentists, an in-house ceramic laboratory and 20+ years of veneer experience under one roof in Istanbul. The clinic has created 14,000+ smiles, most of them veneer cases, for patients from 85+ countries. Every veneer is digitally designed, then hand-finished by MDC ceramists who reproduce the colour gradients and translucency of natural enamel with hundreds of individual brush strokes.
Yes. UK patients begin at MDC’s London clinic at 92 Essex Road, London N1 8LU, without flying anywhere first. Your consultation, smile assessment and treatment planning happen in London, your E.max veneers are placed in Istanbul during a single 5 to 7 day trip, and your follow-up care returns to London afterwards. Primary treatment is carried out only in Istanbul, where the in-house laboratory and specialist team are based; the London clinic handles consultation and aftercare.
This three-stage pathway, from London consultation to Istanbul treatment to London aftercare, answers the question most international patients ask before travelling: what happens if I need to be seen once I am home? UK veneer patients are reviewed on home soil rather than by email. You can read how the hybrid model works on the London clinic page.
Porcelain veneers in Turkey reviews below come from verified Google profiles of Maltepe Dental Clinic patients. MDC holds a 4.9/5 Google rating across 350+ reviews, and patients from the UK, Germany, France and the USA describe their veneer treatment, the rehearsal fitting, and the final results in their own words.
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The dentists and medical team behind your veneers at Maltepe Dental Clinic specialise in aesthetic dentistry, periodontology and implantology. The team is led by chief dentist Dr. Yusuf Ilhan, registered with the UK General Dental Council (GDC 304923), and includes Dr. Alper Gürhan, a member of the American Dental Association (ADA). Each veneer case is planned by the treating dentist and executed with the in-house ceramist team, so the people who design your smile also control how it is made.
See the step-by-step process of getting porcelain veneers in Turkey with MDC.
Your dentist examines your teeth, discusses your aesthetic goals
Your dentist removes 0.2 to 0.7 mm of enamel under local anaesthesia and takes digital impressions for your custom E.max veneers.
You receive temporary veneers and wear them while MDC ceramists craft your permanent set in the in-house laboratory.
You preview your real veneers in place and approve the shape, shade and fit. Your ceramist adjusts the set until you are fully satisfied.
Your dentist permanently bonds the approved E.max veneers to your teeth with high-strength dental adhesive.
You test your new veneers with real Turkish food, and your dentist makes final bite adjustments before you travel home.
Before getting veneers in Turkey, you should know three things: the dentist and ceramist matter more than the material, veneer treatment is more delicate than crown work, and terms like “zirconium veneer” describe a different treatment. These points come from MDC’s experience correcting veneers done at other clinics in Europe, Turkey, and the USA.
We frequently redo veneers done by other clinics in Europe, Turkey, and the USA when patients come to us with aesthetic or functional concerns. Each redo case goes through the same digital smile design and rehearsal process as a first-time case, and the before and after photos below show typical corrections.
Common Questions About Laminate Veneers
Porcelain veneers create a new cosmetic surface over the front of the tooth. After a very thin layer of enamel (around 0.2-0.7 mm) is reshaped, custom-made ceramic shells are bonded with high-strength dental adhesive, forming a durable, stain-resistant outer layer that looks and feels like natural enamel.
Porcelain veneers generally range from approximately €250 to €500 per tooth in Turkey, depending on the clinic’s level of experience, the materials used (such as E-max or other premium porcelains), and whether you are treating a small number of teeth or planning a full smile makeover.
Even when high-end materials, advanced digital smile design, and highly skilled laboratory work are involved, total treatment costs are typically significantly lower than in the UK, EU, or USA. This is one of the main reasons international patients choose Turkey for cosmetic dentistry.
At Maltepe Dental Clinic, porcelain veneers are one of our core areas of expertise, performed in line with our minimal invasive dentistry standards.
For a free online consultation and a clear, customised veneer treatment plan, please contact us.
The porcelain veneer procedure usually includes:
Consultation and digital smile design
Minimal tooth preparation under local anesthesia
Digital or conventional impressions
Fabrication of your custom porcelain veneers in the lab
Try-in and final bonding
For international patients in Turkey, a full porcelain veneer smile makeover typically takes about 5–7 days and 2–3 clinical visits, depending on the number of teeth treated.
Most porcelain veneer cases are completed in 2–3 visits:
With our in-house laboratory and digital workflow, we can complete full smile makeovers within one week.
With good oral hygiene and regular check-ups, porcelain veneers typically last around 10-15 years, and many cases reach 15-20 years. Longevity depends on factors such as bite forces, teeth grinding (bruxism), diet, and how well you follow your dentist’s care instructions.
Porcelain veneers are considered a minimally invasive cosmetic option. In most cases, only about 0.2-0.7 mm of enamel is removed from the front of the tooth to create space for the veneer and ensure a natural look. This is significantly less reduction than is required for a full dental crown, and the underlying tooth structure remains largely preserved.
You may qualify for porcelain veneers if your teeth are healthy and well-aligned. However, if you grind your teeth, veneers may not be ideal – in such cases, full veneers or zirconium crowns are recommended. Veneers are applied only to the front 10 upper and lower teeth, while back teeth are better protected with zirconium crowns for strength and durability.
The procedure is performed under local anesthesia, so you shouldn’t feel pain during tooth preparation. Afterwards, some patients notice mild sensitivity to hot and cold or a short adjustment period as their bite settles, but most people return to normal speaking and eating the same day.
Porcelain veneers cover only the front surface of the tooth, are highly aesthetic and stain-resistant, and usually last 10-15+ years.
Composite veneers are built up directly with resin, cost less initially, but typically last 4-8 years and may stain more easily.
Dental crowns cover the entire tooth and are used when the tooth is heavily damaged, after large fillings or root canal treatment.
Porcelain veneers sit between bonding and crowns: more durable and aesthetic than composite bonding, but more conservative than full crowns.
Porcelain veneers are a general term for thin shells bonded to teeth. EMAX veneer refers to a specific material brand made from highly durable and aesthetic ceramic (lithium disilicate).
Care for porcelain veneers just like natural teeth:
Brush twice daily with a soft toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste
Floss or use interdental brushes around each veneer
Attend professional cleanings and check-ups at least once or twice a year
To protect your veneers, avoid nail-biting, chewing ice or very hard objects, and opening packages with your teeth. If needed, address teeth grinding with a night guard. Limiting coffee, tea, red wine, and smoking also helps preserve the brightness of your smile.
Right after placement, your teeth may feel slightly different in thickness or length, and you might notice minimal temperature sensitivity. Most patients adapt within a few days, and everyday activities such as smiling, speaking, and eating feel completely natural once your bite and muscles adjust.
Yes. If a veneer chips, cracks, or the edges age over time, it can often be re-polished, repaired, or replaced without affecting neighboring teeth. Because some enamel has been removed, you will always need a veneer (or other restoration) on that tooth in the future, but updates can be done with new porcelain veneers to refresh the aesthetics when needed.
Since porcelain veneers are primarily a cosmetic treatment, they are rarely covered by standard dental insurance. However, we accept major credit/debit cards, bank transfers, and cash in multiple currencies.
Yes, we provide a 3-year guarantee for all porcelain veneers. Please review our guarantee policy for details. Keep in mind, the lifespan of E.max® veneers often extends well beyond the guarantee period.
Yes. With non-prep veneers, it is possible to get veneers without filing or shaving your teeth. Please contact our patient coordinator to determine whether your teeth are suitable for non-prep veneers.
If non-prep veneers are not an option, there’s no need to worry-traditional veneers usually require only minimal enamel removal to ensure a precise fit and a natural-looking result.
Yes, veneers can be removed by a dentist, but they usually need to be replaced with new ones. Since a thin layer of enamel is filed during the initial procedure, returning to your original tooth condition is not possible.
It usually takes about two weeks for your gums to fully heal and adjust after veneer placement. During this time, mild sensitivity or tenderness is normal and will gradually subside.
Yes, you can! We offer a wide range of porcelain veneer shades – from bright snow white to natural tones. Our ceramists can fine-tune your preferred color, and we use E.max® veneers for their exceptional strength and lifelike, natural appearance.
No, veneers do not cause bad breath. However, poor oral hygiene or gum issues around the veneers can lead to odor. Regular brushing, flossing, and dental check-ups will keep your breath fresh.
Zirconium is used for crown restorations, not for veneers. E.max is one of the most durable and aesthetic materials used specifically for laminate veneers.
These are two different treatment methods designed for different clinical situations. If your teeth are suitable for veneers, we always recommend veneers, and based on our experience, they are extremely durable when properly designed and bonded using the correct adhesive systems.
A veneer is bonded to the front surface of the tooth and becomes an integral part of it. In contrast, a zirconium crown is a less conservative treatment, requiring the tooth to be shaved all around and bonded using a different technique.
Technically, yes – but based on our experience, this is extremely rare. Compared to crown cases, veneers may chip in rare situations, but they do not fall off easily when correctly planned, bonded, and maintained.
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