Composite veneers in Palma de Mallorca
Composite veneers are thin layers of tooth-coloured resin sculpted onto the visible surface of the tooth to change its colour, shape or size. They are the quickest and most affordable way to improve your smile with veneers, and are often fitted in a single session without touching the tooth.
We fit them at Udemax Miramar and Emardental, in Palma, after studying your smile and choosing the shape and colour with you. Your first visit is free.
With the direct technique
Or minimal preparation
Approximate lifespan with good care
First visit and diagnosis
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What are composite veneers?
Composite is a resin that bonds to the enamel and can be shaped and polished to a natural look. It is applied in thin layers over the front of the tooth to correct cosmetic flaws.
Compared with porcelain veneers, composite needs less preparation or none, is quicker to fit and can be repaired if it chips. On the other hand, over the years it wears, loses its shine and stains more, so it usually lasts less.
When are they recommended?
They are a good option for:
- Stains or teeth of different colours.
- Small fractures or chipped teeth.
- Small gaps between the teeth.
- Small or irregularly shaped teeth.
- Slight irregularities in position.
- People looking for a conservative, reversible option.
If you clench or grind your teeth, or they are very crooked, we first consider other options, such as a night guard or orthodontics.
Direct or indirect technique
There are two ways of making composite veneers. We choose one or the other depending on your case:
Direct technique
The most common. The dentist sculpts the composite directly onto your teeth, layer by layer, and hardens it with a special light.
- Done in a single session
- Usually without anaesthetic
- Shape and colour can be adjusted there and then
- Immediate result
Indirect technique
The veneers are made in the laboratory from impressions or a scan of your teeth, and bonded at a second visit.
- Two visits
- More precision when several teeth are involved
- Better finish and strength of the composite
- Useful when a very specific contour is needed
Pros and cons of composite veneers
Little or no preparation
Almost all of the natural tooth is preserved, and the treatment is reversible.
Quick
With the direct technique, your smile changes in a single visit.
Repairable
If a veneer chips, it can be repaired at the clinic without replacing it entirely.
More affordable
They cost less than porcelain veneers.
Natural-looking
Well sculpted and polished, they blend in with the rest of your smile.
Worth bearing in mind
They wear, lose their shine and stain more than porcelain, so they need regular polishing and usually need replacing sooner.
How are composite veneers fitted?
Assessment and design
We check your teeth and gums, take photographs and choose the shape and colour of the veneers with you.
Preparation
We clean and isolate the teeth and apply a gel that prepares the enamel so the composite bonds well. Usually no preparation of the tooth is needed.
Sculpting and polishing
We apply the composite layer by layer, harden it with light, adjust the bite and polish it to a natural shine.
How to look after your composite veneers
Composite needs a little more care than porcelain:
- Brush twice a day with a non-abrasive toothpaste.
- Cut down on coffee, tea, red wine and tobacco, which stain composite.
- Don't bite hard objects such as pens, nails or ice.
- If you clench or grind your teeth, wear a night guard.
- Attend your check-ups: we polish the veneers to restore their shine.
Composite, porcelain or Lumineers?
Composite veneers are ideal if you want a quick, conservative and affordable change. If you prefer the most natural and long-lasting result, porcelain veneers are a better option, and if you want porcelain with little or no preparation, Lumineers veneers.
At your first visit we explain which type suits you best.
Who will treat you
Composite veneers are fitted by the cosmetic dentists at Clínicas Udemax, who design each case with you to achieve a natural result.
Where we fit composite veneers
We provide composite veneers at two of our clinics in Palma: Udemax Miramar and Emardental.
Cosmetic dentistry
Udemax Miramar
Outpatient department, Hospital Juaneda Miramar
Camí de la Vileta, 30 · 07011 Palma
- Monday to Thursday
- 9:00–13:00 · 16:00–20:00
- Friday
- 9:00–20:00
By car
Paid parking at the Hospital Juaneda Miramar car park, a one-minute walk away, plus street parking. There is also free parking on Camí de la Vileta, about a 10-minute walk away.
Go to the car parkBy bus
EMT bus routes 6, 8 and 29, stopping at "Policlínica", in front of the hospital.
View bus routeBy taxi
Taxi ranks at Camí de la Vileta, 51 and Carrer de Pasqual Ribot, 1.
Cosmetic dentistry
Emardental
Carrer d’Alfons el Magnànim, 2, ground floor
Bons Aires · 07004 Palma
- Monday to Thursday
- 9:00–13:00 · 16:00–20:00
- Friday
- 9:00–13:00
By car
Street parking and the Santa Pagesa underground pay car park (Carrer d’Ausiàs March, 26), a 4-minute walk away. There is also a pay car park at s’Escorxador, about a 5-minute walk away.
Go to the car parkBy bus
EMT bus routes 12, 20, 24 and 40, stopping at "Pl. d’Abú Yahya", "Alfons el Magnànim" or "31 de desembre".
View bus routeBy taxi
Taxi rank at Plaça d’Abú Yahya, 2.
Frequently asked questions about composite veneers
How long do composite veneers last?
As a guide, 5 to 7 years, depending on your habits and care. Regular polishing and small repairs can extend their life.
Does getting composite veneers hurt?
No. Usually the tooth does not need preparing and no anaesthetic is needed.
Can they be fitted in one day?
Yes, with the direct technique they are fitted in a single session. The indirect technique needs two visits.
Do the teeth need filing down?
In most cases no, or only minimally. That is why it is a conservative and reversible treatment.
Do composite veneers stain?
Over time they can stain slightly, especially with coffee, tea, wine or tobacco. Polishing at check-ups restores their shine.
Can they be removed?
Yes. Since the tooth is barely touched, composite veneers can be removed or replaced, for example with porcelain ones.
Can they be whitened?
No. Composite keeps its colour. If you want whiter teeth, it is best to whiten them before the veneers are fitted.
How much do composite veneers cost in Palma?
It depends on the number of teeth and the technique. They are more affordable than porcelain veneers. At your free first visit we give you a detailed quote, and you can finance your treatment.