Veneers

Everything you need to know about veneers

What are they?

– Thin ceramic or porcelain shells crafted to fit perfectly over the front of your teeth.

Veneer thickness

– They range from just 0.2 mm (non-prep options) to 0.4–0.6 mm for ceramic veneers.

Do not change colour and shape

– Veneers can last for 15–20 years.

Improved appearance

– Veneers can improve tooth position, hide crooked, uneven, and/or darkened teeth.

When are veneers the best choice?

  • 01

    Gaps between teeth

    Perfect for sorting out gaps between teeth that braces can’t correct.
  • 02

    Tooth shade

    Ideal if any of your front teeth are deed, have darkened over time (perhaps due to a root canal) and you’d like to make them look as healthy as possible.
  • 03

    Uneven teeth

    Worn or damaged teeth that require aesthetic improvement.
  • 04

    Sensitive teeth & receding gums

    A fantastic solution if you have severe tooth sensitivity or exposed roots that need protecting.

Why choose veneers?

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Digital smile design (DSD)

We map out your entire treatment digitally, meaning you get to preview your brand-new smile before we even touch a tooth.

A smile designed specifically to match your facial features.

Based on the diagnostic data, an individual treatment plan is prepared. A 3D visualization allows you to see how veneers will change the appearance of your teeth, what the final result will look like, and how long the treatment process will take.

Modern Laboratory

Exclusive and highly individualised craftsmanship — veneers are created by highly qualified ceramists in our partner laboratory in Dubai.

Comprehensive diagnostic price today

After diagnostics, you will receive a personalised treatment plan that includes not only veneer planning, but also any additional procedures necessary to achieve your perfect smile.

€650€280

How is this done?

1. First appointment — Examinations

During the first visit, the dentist will carry out the necessary examinations:
– digital teeth scanning with a 3Shape scanner
– digital dental X-rays
– detailed examination of the oral cavity and teeth
– professional facial photographs for smile analysis
Based on this information, a personalised treatment plan will be created.

2. Second visit — presentation of the treatment plan

Based on the examinations performed during the first visit, a personalised treatment plan is prepared with treatment stages, clear costs, and timelines. The plan includes not only the veneer solution, but a complete treatment plan to achieve the perfect smile. The dentist digitally creates your future smile design (DSD).

3. Veneer fabrication

The fabrication of veneers is an exclusive and highly individualised handcrafted process. Veneers are created by highly qualified ceramists (smile design specialists) in our partner laboratory in Dubai.

4. If your teeth and gums are completely healthy, you can get your perfect smile in little as 7 days!

However, it usually depends on how many veneers you’re getting and appointment availability.

In practice, a complete smile transformation with veneers usually takes approximately 1–1.5 months and 4 visits.

Our patient’s story on the way to the Perfect Smile

Goal

To improve the appearance of my smile, I was concerned about the existing composite coatings on the front teeth (fillings), which were worn, cracked, and discoloured.

What we did

  • We performed comprehensive diagnostics – collecting the patient’s history, followed by oral cavity and teeth examination, 3 Shape scan, intraoral digital X-rays, KSDT (3D X-ray), photo protocol, facial analysis;
  • We prepared a personalised treatment plan, including all the required finances, implementation time, and also demonstrated a digital smile design, during which the patient was able to view before/after pictures of her smile before we started any treatment process.

Result

Treatment duration 3 months:

  • We replaced 2 missing teeth with Straumann implants,
  • We performed endodontic root canal treatment under microscope control, therapeutic treatment and smile reconstruction with 24 ceramic veneers, which were made in our technical laboratory in Dubai.

Examples of our work

Full smile reconstruction

In this clinical case, the patient came to us with a serious problem – he had only six teeth left in both the upper and lower jaws. He wanted not only to restore his teeth, but also to regain a full, harmonious and natural smile that would give him confidence and look truly inspiring.

Planning and functional reconstruction

Our team started treatment with a comprehensive approach – we carefully planned each stage of the treatment in order to restore both the patient's aesthetic appearance and full chewing function. 

To replace his missing teeth, we inserted twelve Swiss Straumann implants – six in the upper and lower jaws in the lateral teeth areas. These implants provided a stable foundation for zirconia crowns.

Aesthetic art

On the patient's remaining teeth, we installed exclusive ceramic veneers hand-made by our cooperation partners – professional ceramic specialists in Dubai. Each veneer was custom-made to complement the patient's facial proportions, smile line and speech characteristics.

The ultra-thin ceramic layer of just 0.5 mm made it possible to preserve natural translucency and light reflection, thus creating an outstanding aesthetic appearance with no plastic or artificial feeling.

Perfection in the details

Zirconia crowns on implants ensured the durability and longevity of the structure, while veneers gave the patient's smile a look of lightness, radiance and sophistication. 

The whole treatment process – from insertion of implants through to final prosthetics – lasted seven months. The aesthetic stage with the production and installation of veneers took about four weeks. 

Result

The result is not just a new smile – it is a story of complete transformation. The patient acquired a healthy, harmonious and natural smile, which not only restored his chewing function, but also reflected his self-confidence, inner strength and improved quality of life.

Complete smile reconstruction and renewed function of teeth

A patient came to our clinic who had spent over a decade living with metal-ceramic crowns on her front teeth and missing her lateral teeth. Over time, her crowns and gum area had become inflamed, while her missing lateral abutment teeth had altered her bite. This not only affected her chewing function, but the look of her smile and even her facial proportions.

Goal and treatment strategy

Our team's main goal was to comprehensively restore the health and functionality the patient's oral cavity and the beauty of her smile. We performed all the treatment at the LAVA Dental Studio, with the participation of six specialists during each stage, including an implantologist, surgeon, prosthodontist, therapist, endodontist and hygienist. This interdisciplinary approach enabled us to provide the patient with the most effective, orderly and comfortable treatment.

State-of-the-art technology and digital planning

Throughout the treatment process, we used the very latest high precision digital technology:
● intraoral 3D scanning,
● computed tomography,
● digital smile modelling.

This enabled us to plan each step carefully and show the expected result to the patient before treatment had even begun. This approach ensured a clear and transparent process, thus gave the patient complete confidence in the final solution.

Comprehensive restoration

After complete dental treatment and gum correction, we replaced the patient's missing teeth with Swiss-made Straumann implants. The final stage was the preparation and installation of natural ceramic crowns. These completely restored the patient's correct bite, the harmony of her smile, and natural facial lines, including the proportions of her lip rests and lower face.

Result 

The entire process took 14 months and turned out to be a great example of how a combination of the very latest technologies and coordinated teamwork make it possible to achieve excellent results. As a result, the patient acquired not only a healthy and functional bite, but also new confidence, natural confidence and an aesthetically harmonious overall image. 

Clinical case: harmonisation of tooth gaps and colours with ceramic veneers

The patient's teeth had been straightened with metal braces over five years ago. However, over the course of time, several gaps had developed between the teeth, while the colour and length of her teeth had become uneven, with some teeth appeared darker, while others were lighter, while some were longer or shorter. Naturally, these visual changes caused the patient distress and undermined her confidence in the appearance of her smile.

Treatment process

Our goal was to harmonise the appearance of the teeth and create an even, aesthetically pleasing smile in just three weeks.

  • Firstly, we performed digital smile planning, which enabled us to visualise the outcome precisely before treatment had even started.
  • After planning, 20 ceramic veneers were prepared for the patient's teeth in both her upper and lower jaws.

Result

The patient acquired a natural, harmonious and aesthetically attractive smile perfectly matching her facial features and personality. The short treatment time and digital planning facilitated an exemplary outcome in a highly efficient and precise manner.

First-time clients are received by

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Dr. Vladislavs Aleksejevs

Clinic Head, Dentist
Dr. Vladislavs worked in the field of dentistry since 2014. A graduate of Riga Stradiņš University's Faculty of Dentistry, he studied inorganic chemistry at Harvard University. In 2018, he founded LAVA dental practice in Ludza. Two years later, in 2020, he founded LAVA dental studio in Riga. He specialises in aesthetic, digital dentistry and smile makeovers using veneers and regularly attends conferences and training courses in Latvia and abroad. You can find out more about Dr. Vladislavs' accomplishments in dentistry and everyday life on his Instagram page: @dr.aleksejevs
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Dr. Alisa Ļimonova

Dentist, Therapist
Dr. Alisa has worked in the field of dentistry since 2015. A graduate of Riga Stradiņš University's Faculty of Dentistry.Specialises in endodontics (root canal treatment) and treats root canals of various complexity under microscope control. Regularly attends conferences and training courses both in Latvia and abroad.

Our coordinators will take care of the treatment process

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Elīna Volkova

Treatment Plan Coordinator
A graduate of Riga's “Victoria” Vocational Secondary School, Elīna specialises in customer service and administrative work. Parallel to her job at LAVA Dental Studio, she is studying for a Bachelor’s degree in International Marketing and Sales Management, improving her knowledge in the field of communication and management. 
Viktorija Griševa

Viktorija Griševa

Administrator, Treatment Plans Coordinator 
At LAVA Dental Studio, Viktorija combines administrative duties with the role of treatment plan coordinator, helping patients to go through the entire treatment process step by step safely and confidently.  A balanced and internally strong personality, Viktorija remains calm in even the most difficult situations, invariably finding the most appropriate solution. She encourages patients and helps to coordinate the course of treatment in accordance with their wishes and means, ensuring that they have a well-planned and comfortable experience. 

In our care, you’ll receive not only treatment and a perfect smile, but also care, openness and support all the way to the result. Our mission is to change the perception of dentistry.

Music, ambiance and a finely designed interior together with a specially tailored atmosphere will enable you to experience a completely different dentistry — one that is comfortable, calm and inspiring.

We want your experience with us to be like flying in first class — personal, convenient and with no worries or stress.

Before you start, you might want to know more.

How quickly can veneers be made?

Veneers can be made and installed in as little as 7 days, provided that all teeth are healthy.


However, it is necessary to take into account both the number of veneers required and the ability to schedule visits to the doctor. In practice, a full improvement of the dental row with veneers will take from 4-6 weeks, or 4 visits.

  • In the first visit, we discuss what you want and conduct various examinations, based on which we will be able to plan the shape, colour and required number of veneers.
  • In the second visit, we present both the digital smile design so that you can preview your new smile digitally before we perform any manipulations, as well as the full treatment plan with all costs and possible timeframes.
  • The third visit involves preparation for the placement of veneers, during which the teeth will be slightly polished (not ground).
  • The fourth visit consists of placing the veneers.

*Veneers are handmade, so the preparation time depends on the number of veneers you need!

Can only one tooth be improved with a veneer?

Yes, of course. If a tooth has darkened or has been traumatized, we can place a veneer on just one tooth to match the rest of your smile.


In fact, it's quite common that just a couple of veneers are all it takes to completely transform your smile, giving you a wonderful boost of confidence!

How much does one veneer cost?

One veneer costs starting from €800. The cost depends on the individual clinical case and patient preferences.

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Conveniently located to make your appointment even easier. With easy access for people with mobility impairments.

Our studio is located at Ausekļa Street 14, where there are parking spaces in Zone B. We will pay for your parking while you are at LAVA dental.