No-prep veneers in Seoul, Korea

No-prep veneers are not suitable for every tooth. Your dentist will check the position and colour of your teeth, your bite and the changes you want to assess the thickness and shape of the planned veneers. The same assessment applies to ZERONATE at TU Dental; some teeth may need a small amount of reshaping. Tooth structure that is removed cannot grow back, so ask your dentist whether each tooth needs preparation and how much before starting treatment.

Veneers are a category of treatment using thin restorations bonded to the front of teeth to improve colour and shape. ZERONATE is TU Dental’s premium laminate veneer brand, built on a philosophy of preserving natural teeth. Treatment involves assessing how much natural tooth can be preserved, previewing the shape and proportions, custom fabrication, bonding and regular care. ZERONATE does not always mean no preparation: the need for preparation and its extent are determined by an individual examination.

Adding a veneer can make a large or forward-positioned tooth more prominent. The smile preview checks length, proportions and volume against your face, so the dentist can plan any selective reshaping before fabrication.

No-prep describes how the tooth is treated before bonding. If a veneer is removed later, the tooth and any further care need to be assessed separately. Enamel that was removed during preparation does not grow back.

After veneer treatment, you may experience tooth sensitivity or gum discomfort, and veneers can chip or come loose. Tooth decay and gum disease should be treated first. Your dentist will also consider grinding, clenching or a deep bite when assessing whether veneers are suitable and planning your care. If you have pain, an uncomfortable bite or a loose veneer after treatment, see a dentist to find out what is causing it.

ADA — Veneers

How long veneers last depends on your teeth, the bond, your bite, daily habits and care. Replacement is based on an assessment of the veneers, neighbouring teeth and gums, rather than a fixed number of years. Brush and clean between your teeth regularly, and avoid biting hard objects with your front teeth. Check-ups look for chips, loose veneers, decay and gum problems.

ADA — Veneers

ZERONATE at TU Dental usually involves three visits; some treatment plans may need as few as two. The first visit, including imaging, examination and consultation, takes about two hours. Fabrication takes an average of 10 business days after the design and final digital scan are confirmed. This is not the total time from the first consultation to final bonding. Tooth condition, preliminary treatment, design changes, fabrication and appointment availability can affect the overall schedule. Tell us your preferred completion date at your consultation.

Same-day ZERONATE treatment may be possible, depending on your chosen option and the condition of your teeth, but it is not suitable for everyone. Your dentist will check whether you need any treatment beforehand and how long it will take to design and make your veneers, then confirm your appointment schedule. If your stay is short, contact us before booking your trip.

Sometimes, yes. Your dentist will check how the two teeth would look alongside the others, including their width, length, colour and how they meet when you bite. Treating more teeth does not necessarily give a more natural result. If your teeth need to move, or two veneers would not give balanced proportions, your dentist will discuss options such as orthodontic treatment before recommending how many teeth to treat.

Costs depend on the number of teeth, chosen option and preliminary treatment. Ask for the price per tooth and total, including taxes, follow-up care and any additional fees.

Yes. Photos of your teeth and any panoramic X-rays you already have can help us prepare for your consultation. Tell us what you would like to change, any previous dental treatment and when you can visit. Your dentist will confirm whether veneers are suitable, any preparation needed, your treatment plan and the final cost after an in-person examination.

Contact us with your arrival and departure dates before booking treatment. We will review the appointments needed for your examination, smile design, fitting and final checks. Making the veneers takes an average of 10 business days after the design and final scan are confirmed, but this is not a fixed length of stay. Leave some time between your last appointment and your flight in case adjustments are needed.

Yes. TU Dental offers support in English, Chinese and Japanese for enquiries, booking, visits and care instructions before you leave Korea. Let us know your preferred language when booking so we can confirm the support available for your appointment.

Contact TU Dental with photos, a description of the problem and when it started. Before leaving Korea, confirm how to reach us and when to arrange check-ups. Photos can help us advise you, but persistent pain, swelling, or a chipped or loose veneer needs an in-person examination by a local dentist.

Use the consultation button on this page to contact TU Dental through your preferred messaging service. Tell us the colour or shape you would like to change, any previous treatment and your available dates. Online enquiries help prepare for your consultation; suitability, preparation, costs and the treatment schedule are confirmed after an examination.