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Colour only
If the concern is the colour of healthy natural teeth, whitening may avoid covering the tooth. Existing restorations will not whiten and may need separate planning.
Veneer consultation in English
Dental Veneers in Saitama
Veneers can change the colour, shape or surface of selected front teeth. Before treatment, we compare composite and ceramic veneers with whitening, orthodontics and crowns so you can understand how each option affects the tooth.
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Medically reviewed by Dr. Ryosuke Murai (U.S.-trained prosthodontist) · Last updated: 2026-09-15
- Composite veneer
- From ¥93,500 per tooth
- Laminate veneer
- From ¥137,500 per tooth
- Typical visits
- About 1–3, depending on the method
Your treatment options
Are veneers right for your concern?
Colour, shape, position and damage can appear similar in a photograph but require different solutions.
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Tooth position or bite
A veneer changes the surface but does not move the root. Orthodontics may better address crowding, crossbite or position when the bite is the main issue.
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Large existing damage
When much of the tooth is already restored or weakened, a crown or another restorative plan may provide more appropriate coverage than a veneer.
Treatment options
Composite and ceramic veneer options
Material, repairability, colour stability, preparation and expected load are considered for each tooth.
Composite veneer
A tooth-coloured resin is applied directly to change the visible contour. It may be repairable but can stain, wear or chip over time.
One tooth is ¥93,500 including the procedure fee.
Laminate veneer
A laboratory-made ceramic shell is bonded to the front surface. Tooth preparation may be required depending on position, colour and the desired shape.
One tooth is ¥137,500 including the procedure fee.
Feldspathic veneer
A layered ceramic option that may be considered when the planned colour and translucency call for it.
From ¥213,500 for one tooth including the set fee.
Whitening or orthodontics
These options can change colour or position without covering the same tooth surface. They may be used instead of, before or alongside restorative treatment.
After your examination, we will explain the recommended option, total fee and expected schedule before you decide.
Examination and treatment planning
What we assess before veneer treatment
A close-up smile image is not enough to judge preparation or longevity. The enamel, bite, gum line and movement of the lips all affect the plan.
- Cause of colour, shape or symmetry difference
- Amount of enamel available for bonding
- Existing fillings, cracks and tooth vitality
- Tooth position, midline, bite and available space
- Grinding, clenching and habits that can load the front teeth
What to expect
From consultation to final bonding
Step 1
Discuss the exact concern
We identify whether colour, shape, position, damage or several factors are driving the request.
Step 2
Compare alternatives
The effect on tooth structure, expected appearance, time, fee and risks of veneers, whitening, orthodontics or crowns are discussed.
Step 3
Preparation and try-in
When a ceramic veneer is selected, the tooth is prepared as required and the restoration is checked before final bonding.
Step 4
Bonding and maintenance
The veneer is bonded, the bite is checked and cleaning or bite protection is reviewed.
Treatment details
Fees, treatment time and possible risks
The figures below are general guides. After examining you, we will provide a written estimate and expected schedule.
- Treatment
- Reshaping the visible surface of selected front teeth with directly applied composite or a bonded ceramic veneer.
- Fees
- Self-pay care. A one-tooth composite veneer is ¥93,500 and a one-tooth laminate veneer is ¥137,500, including tax and the respective procedure fee. Multi-tooth plans use the clinic fee schedule and are itemised in the estimate.
- Time and visits
- Usually about one to three visits, depending on the method and number of teeth. Laboratory-made veneers require fabrication time.
- Possible risks and side effects
- Healthy tooth structure may need to be reduced. Sensitivity can occur. Veneers can chip, fracture or detach, especially with impact, grinding or clenching. Composite can stain or wear. Future repair or replacement may be required, and the planned appearance cannot be guaranteed exactly.
Amounts include tax. Self-pay care is not covered by Japanese public health insurance. When insured care may apply, eligibility and cost depend on the diagnosis and your insurance status.
Veneer and restorative planning
Dr. Ryosuke Murai
Dr. Ryosuke Murai contributes a prosthodontic perspective to selected veneer and restorative plans. We assess whether a surface restoration suits the tooth and how it will relate to adjacent teeth and the bite. Another dentist may carry out the examination or treatment.
- MSD in Prosthodontics, Indiana University School of Dentistry
- U.S.-trained prosthodontist
- Member, American College of Prosthodontists
- Member, Academy of Osseointegration
- Member, International Team for Implantology
The dentist who provides each part of your care may vary with the treatment and appointment schedule. We will explain who will be involved before treatment begins.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about dental veneers
Can veneers be placed without removing any tooth structure?
Sometimes little or no preparation is possible, but not for every tooth. Position, colour, enamel and the planned contour determine whether reduction is needed.
Should I whiten before getting veneers?
Whitening may be discussed first when you want the surrounding natural teeth lighter, because ceramic and composite restorations do not whiten later.
Can veneers straighten crowded teeth?
They can change the visible contour but do not move roots or correct the underlying bite. Orthodontics may be more appropriate when tooth position is the main issue.
How many front teeth should be treated?
There is no fixed number. Tooth display, symmetry, smile width, colour and the goal are assessed before a multi-tooth plan is proposed.
Can a veneer come off?
Yes. Detachment, chipping and fracture are possible. Bonding conditions, bite forces and habits are assessed, and maintenance remains important.
Related care
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THE DENTAL OFFICE Shiki
Talk with us about dental veneers
You do not need to choose a treatment before booking. Tell us what concerns you, and we will arrange the right consultation in English.
Access
Camel Building 4F, 2-30-20 Tohoku, Niiza, Saitama 352-0001, Japan · 2 minutes on foot from Shiki Station South Exit (Tobu Tojo Line)
Opening hours
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