Getting veneers while visiting Dubai: how to plan it in one trip
By Dr Yalda Amini · · 3 min read
Many of Dr Yalda's patients live abroad and combine treatment with a trip to Dubai. Porcelain veneers can be completed in one stay. The key is to start the conversation before you book your flights.
Before you travel
Send Dr Yalda a message on WhatsApp with your travel dates and a few photos of your smile: one relaxed, one smiling fully, taken in daylight. From these she can tell you whether veneers are likely to be right for you, roughly how many teeth are involved, and how many days you should allow.
If you have recent X-rays or a scan from your own dentist, send those too. They save time on your first day.
A typical timeline
- Day 1. Consultation and records. Examination, photographs and a digital scan. You agree on the plan and the design is started.
- Day 2 or 3. Trial smile and preparation. A mock-up is placed over your teeth so you can see and adjust the design. Once you are happy, the teeth are prepared and temporary veneers are fitted. The final design goes to the ceramist.
- Day 7 to 10. Final fit. The porcelain veneers are tried in, checked for shade and fit, then bonded and polished. A short follow-up a day or two later checks your bite.
Allow 10 to 12 days in total for a full set of porcelain veneers. Composite veneers or smaller cases can often be done in a single visit of one to two days.
While you wait
Temporary veneers look good and let you eat, talk and go about your trip normally. Avoid very hard or sticky foods while you wear them.
After you go home
You can see your own dentist for routine check-ups. Dr Yalda stays in touch on WhatsApp for any questions, and many patients plan their next check-up around a return visit to Dubai.
This article is general information, not a diagnosis. What is right for you depends on an examination.