Porcelain Veneers
Improve the appearance of your teeth with porcelain laminates
Maximum aesthetics, absolute naturalness, and a result that — like a natural tooth — can last a lifetime.
What are porcelain veneers?
Porcelain dental veneers are thin, custom porcelain laminates bonded to the front of the tooth to improve color, shape, size, and proportion. They are designed and handcrafted in the dental laboratory and placed with high-precision adhesive techniques for a natural, harmonious, long-lasting result.
Porcelain veneers represent the most advanced option in aesthetic dentistry. They reproduce the light and translucency of natural enamel, keep color stable over time, and offer superior wear resistance.
Within this group, lithium disilicate stands out — a next-generation ceramic that combines exceptional strength with superior aesthetics, the premium option in dental aesthetics.
What are they for and who are they indicated for?
Porcelain veneers are used to:
- Correct stains that do not respond to whitening.
- Improve the shape of small, worn, or irregular teeth.
- Close gaps between teeth (diastemas).
- Repair small fractures.
- Harmonize the smile in cases of mild misalignment.
- Create a whiter, more balanced, aesthetic smile.
Ideal cases and contraindications
Ideal cases:
- Teeth with deep discoloration.
- Dental wear from erosion or mild bruxism.
- Short, asymmetrical teeth or irregular edges.
- Gaps between teeth.
- Smiles with mild disharmonies.
- Dark teeth that cannot be whitened.
When should you not get veneers?
- Severe crowding (orthodontics required first).
- Very unbalanced bites.
- Bruxism without a night guard.
- Active cavities or untreated periodontal disease.
“At MAG Dental Madrid, our veneers perfectly reproduce the translucency, shine, and texture of natural enamel, integrating completely with the rest of the teeth — even at close range.”
Porcelain veneers vs. composite
Which option to choose?
Composite veneers are a more economical and faster alternative, usually done in a single session. Ideal for small corrections or patients seeking an accessible option.
Porcelain and lithium disilicate veneers offer:
- Greater durability (can last a lifetime).
- Better aesthetics and natural appearance.
- More stable color (does not stain).
- Greater strength.
In summary:
- Composite veneers: fast, economical solution but lower aesthetics and shorter lifespan (max. 5 years).
- Porcelain veneers: premium, durable solution with maximum aesthetics.
Price of porcelain veneers in Madrid (2025)
The price of dental veneers in Madrid depends on material, technology, laboratory, and specialist experience.
- Composite veneers: €250 per tooth.
- Porcelain veneers: €550 – €700 per tooth.
- Lithium disilicate veneers: €550 – €700 per tooth.
For a full mouth, the usual range is between €8,400 and €14,000 (between 6 and 10 teeth per arch).
Factors influencing price: number of teeth, laboratory quality, specialist experience, technology used, and ceramic material.
Advantages of porcelain veneers
Porcelain and lithium disilicate veneers offer multiple benefits:
- Superior aesthetics: reproduce the light and transparency of natural enamel.
- Stable color: does not stain with coffee, wine, or tobacco.
- High durability: can last a lifetime with proper maintenance.
- Great strength: harder than composite.
- Millimeter precision: made in a high-aesthetic laboratory.
- Fully personalized result.
- Prior digital smile design.
They are the preferred option for patients seeking a perfect smile with a natural, elegant finish.
Porcelain veneers — disadvantages
As with any treatment, there are some disadvantages worth knowing:
- In some cases, minimal tooth preparation is required; in many others we use no-prep veneers.
- The treatment is irreversible when preparation is needed.
- Higher cost than composite veneers, but much greater durability.
- Require periodic check-ups.
These disadvantages are minimized when treatment is well planned and performed by an advanced aesthetic dentistry specialist.
Porcelain veneer placement process
Our protocol is designed to achieve results of maximum precision, naturalness, and safety:
Aesthetic study and digital smile design
Complete study with professional photographs, 3D intraoral scanner, and facial analysis. We design your new smile so you can see the result before starting.
Aesthetic trial (mock-up)
We test the design directly in your mouth without touching your teeth. You can see, feel, and approve your new smile before the definitive veneers are made.
Minimally invasive preparation
Minimal preparation only when necessary to ensure a perfect fit and a natural result.
Fabrication in the dental laboratory
Your veneers are handcrafted to measure in our exclusive laboratory in porcelain or lithium disilicate.
Final bonding
Bonded with advanced adhesive techniques that guarantee maximum strength, precision, and durability.
Opinions on porcelain veneers
Opinions from our patients who have had porcelain dental veneers are overwhelmingly positive. Patients highlight:
- Immediate aesthetic change.
- Natural-looking results.
- Increased confidence when smiling.
- Security when speaking and laughing.
They also greatly appreciate being able to see the result with the mock-up before the final treatment. A well-designed smile transforms not only your image but also your attitude.
Meet the team
MAG Dental Madrid
Multidisciplinary team
At MAG Dental Madrid we have a multidisciplinary team specializing in dental implants, fixed dentures on implants with immediate loading, and high-aesthetic dental veneers.
The team is led by Dr. Alejandro Prieto, an internationally renowned implant surgeon, expert in full-mouth implants and high-aesthetic dental results. We have an exclusive dental laboratory, allowing us to control every phase internally for quality, precision, and predictable outcomes.
Our goal: natural, stable, and long-lasting results for every patient.
Frequently asked questions
The price of porcelain veneers in Spain is usually between €550 and €800 per tooth, depending on the material, laboratory quality, and specialist experience. They are the most requested option in aesthetic dentistry for durability, color stability, and natural results.
Lithium disilicate veneers represent the premium range, typically between €550 and €800 per tooth, thanks to high strength, enamel-like translucency, and excellent long-term behavior.
As additional reference:
- Composite veneers: from €250 per tooth — more economical and faster.
- Conventional porcelain veneers: between €550 and €800 per tooth.
- Lithium disilicate veneers: between €550 and €800 per tooth.
In high-aesthetic treatments, the key is not only price but a natural, long-lasting result.
They are not two different things. Porcelain is a type of dental ceramic, so porcelain veneers are high-aesthetic ceramic veneers.
Within ceramic veneers, porcelain is the most widely used material in aesthetic dentistry for its balance of strength, natural appearance, and color stability.
Within porcelain, lithium disilicate is a next-generation ceramic considered the most advanced material for dental veneers today.
In summary: porcelain veneers — especially lithium disilicate — are the best option in advanced aesthetic dentistry.
Porcelain veneers are highly durable and, with proper care, can last a lifetime, like a natural tooth. Generally, their lifespan is 10 to 20 years or more, depending on maintenance and patient habits.
Porcelain is extremely resistant to wear and stains, keeping its color and shape for many years. Unlike composite, it does not stain from coffee, wine, or tobacco and maintains its original shine.
To help your veneers last: maintain good oral hygiene, attend regular check-ups, avoid biting hard objects, and use a night guard if you have bruxism.
Although porcelain veneers are among the most advanced and durable aesthetic treatments, it is important to know possible disadvantages:
- Higher price: greater cost than composite veneers because they are custom-made in a high-end laboratory — but durability is much greater.
- Irreversible in some cases: minimal tooth preparation may be needed for a perfect fit, making the treatment irreversible — we always preserve as much enamel as possible.
- Require good maintenance: like natural teeth, they need proper hygiene, periodic reviews, and avoiding harmful habits.
With expert hands and good planning, these disadvantages are minimized.
Porcelain veneers offer the most natural result in aesthetic dentistry. They perfectly reproduce the translucency, shine, and texture of natural enamel, blending completely with surrounding teeth — even at close range.
Unlike other materials, porcelain reflects light similarly to natural teeth, avoiding the artificial or "plastic" look that composite veneers can develop over time.
Within porcelain veneers, lithium disilicate is the most advanced option: ultra-thin, highly resistant, and with exceptional aesthetics.
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