by Dr. Bilverdi | 13/08/2026 | Veneers
Veneers are a considerable investment, so how long do veneers last is a fair question to ask before committing. Porcelain veneers commonly serve for ten to fifteen years, and often longer, while composite veneers typically last five to eight. What decides where you...
by Dr. Bilverdi | 13/08/2026 | Same Day Crowns
When something can be made in an hour that used to take a fortnight, a certain scepticism is healthy. Are same day crowns any good compared with laboratory-made ones, or is speed being bought at the expense of quality? For most crowns the honest answer is that they...
by Dr. Bilverdi | 13/08/2026 | Composite Bonding
Composite bonding is one of the most appealing treatments in cosmetic dentistry: gentle, quick and considerably cheaper than the alternatives. The reasonable question is what you get for that. How long does composite bonding last is usually answered as five to eight...
by Dr. Bilverdi | 13/08/2026 | Teeth Straightening
It is the question every orthodontic patient asks near the end of treatment, usually hoping for a different answer. Do you have to wear retainers forever? Realistically, yes, if you want to keep the result. Teeth drift back towards their original positions throughout...
by Dr. Bilverdi | 13/08/2026 | Smile Makeover
If you are getting married and thinking about your teeth, the single most useful piece of advice is this: start earlier than you think you need to. Planning a smile makeover before a wedding is entirely achievable, but the treatments that make the biggest difference...
