SmileUp™ Dental Veneers

Investment depends on the number of veneers, materials, and complexity of your case. Rather than guess, WhatsApp Joreen (our Concierge Manager) — she'll give you a realistic range and talk through options before you book anything.

No. Our dentists have developed slow-injection techniques over years of practice — most patients say they barely feel it. We also apply topical numbing beforehand. For anxious patients, sedation options are available.

Porcelain dental veneers typically last 10–15 years with proper care, though longevity depends on material choice, how they were bonded, and your bite. At OSD, we've documented cases lasting beyond 15 years.

Composite veneers generally last 5–7 years before they may need refinishing or replacement.

Porcelain veneers require some enamel removal, which is irreversible.

They can chip or debond under excessive force, and they'll eventually need replacement. Colour cannot be changed after placement, so whitening should be done beforehand.

These trade-offs are why thorough diagnostic planning matters — it helps you understand what to expect before committing.

Yes — that's what Smile Preview is for. We place temporary veneers over your teeth with no grinding or permanent changes. You wear them, see how they look in different lighting, feel how they function.

If you love the result, we proceed. If not, we remove them and your teeth are exactly as they were.

Yes. Our 18-point framework is designed to create teeth that look real — natural colour, texture, and translucency — whilst harmonising with your facial features.

The goal is a smile that looks like the best version of yours, not an obvious dental job.

Your natural teeth remain intact beneath the veneers.

With porcelain veneers, a thin layer of enamel (typically 0.3–0.5mm) is prepared to create space for the veneer to bond securely. Composite veneers often require minimal or no preparation.

In both cases, the underlying tooth structure is preserved and continues to function normally.

Yes. Porcelain veneers are bonded to your natural teeth and function like them.

You can eat most foods without restriction. It's sensible to avoid biting directly into very hard objects (ice, bones, bottle caps) — but that advice applies to natural teeth as well. Most patients find they forget the veneers are there within a few weeks.

That the planning matters as much as the placement.

The shape, material, and number of veneers should be based on a thorough assessment — not just a colour swatch.

It's also worth knowing that porcelain veneers involve irreversible enamel preparation, that you should complete any whitening before veneer placement (so colours match), and that a preview — wearing temporary veneers before committing — can remove much of the uncertainty.

After 10 years, well-maintained porcelain veneers are typically still functional and aesthetically sound.

You may notice minor wear at the edges, slight gum recession around the margins, or minor colour changes in the bonding material. Your dentist will monitor these at regular check-ups.

When replacement is eventually needed, the process is straightforward — old veneers are removed and new ones bonded in their place.

Some dentists may advise against veneers if the patient's teeth are healthy and the concern is purely cosmetic, or if there's a less invasive option like whitening or bonding that would achieve a similar result.

Veneers involve irreversible enamel preparation, so a responsible approach is to recommend them only when the diagnostic assessment supports it.

Dental veneers are a restorative and aesthetic solution that, when properly planned, can strengthen and protect damaged or worn teeth.

The key is in the diagnostic planning — understanding your bite, gum health, and facial proportions before selecting the right material and approach.

Veneers that are well-designed and properly bonded work with your natural biology, not against it.

They serve different purposes.

A veneer covers the front surface of a tooth and is primarily aesthetic — it's suited for teeth that are structurally sound but cosmetically imperfect.

A crown encases the entire tooth and is used when the tooth is weakened, heavily restored, or has had root canal treatment.

The right choice depends on the condition of the tooth, which is why a proper assessment matters.

Typically 2–4 weeks from consultation to final placement, depending on complexity. Fast-track is available for time-sensitive cases — as quick as 3 days after tooth preparation.

Dr. Jerry Lim, Dr. Ronnie Yap, Dr. Kenneth Goh and Dr. Leroy Kiang perform smile makeovers.