Answered by Dr. Habib Zarifeh — Head of Oral Surgery, CMC Beirut (Johns Hopkins International affiliated) · MSc Laser Dentistry, RWTH Aachen University, Germany.
Can I really get world-class veneers in Lagos, Nigeria?
Yes. Smile Infinity® — the international network founded by Dr. Habib Zarifeh, present in 12 countries across 4 continents — delivers its veneer and Hollywood Smile protocols in Lagos to exactly the same clinical standard as its centres in Beirut and Dubai: the same materials, the same smile-design process, and Dr. Zarifeh's own treatment planning.
Who is Dr. Habib Zarifeh and what is his connection to Lagos?
Dr. Habib Zarifeh is an International Cosmetic Dentist and Dental Implants Surgeon, Head of Oral Surgery at Clemenceau Medical Center (CMC) Beirut — Johns Hopkins International affiliated — and holder of an MSc in Laser Dentistry from RWTH Aachen University, Germany. Lagos is part of his Smile Infinity® network's African presence, alongside Tunisia, Libya, Senegal and Côte d'Ivoire — five African countries in a 12-country network.
Which veneer treatments are available in Lagos?
The Lagos clinic offers the full Smile Infinity® veneer portfolio: classic porcelain veneers, ultra-thin no-prep options including Dr. Zarifeh's own ZEvolution® Veneers, and complete Hollywood Smile makeovers that combine veneers with whitening and gum contouring — each planned around your facial features.
Do I need to travel abroad, or is everything done in Lagos?
Routine veneer and smile-makeover cases are completed in Lagos. Complex combined cases — for example full-mouth rehabilitation with implant surgery — can be planned between Lagos and the network's flagship centres, with your records shared digitally so nothing is repeated. Most patients never need to leave Lagos.
How are veneer shades chosen for darker and deeper skin tones?
Shade selection is one of the most important — and most often mishandled — steps in African smile design. A veneer that photographs beautifully on one complexion can look artificial on another. Dr. Zarifeh's smile-design process selects shade, brightness and translucency against your skin tone, lip line and facial harmony, so the result looks luminous and natural rather than flat white.
How many appointments do veneers take in Lagos?
A typical veneer case in Lagos is completed in two to three visits: smile design and preparation, try-in, and final bonding. Ultra-thin no-prep systems can often be delivered in fewer visits. Your exact schedule is confirmed in writing after the consultation — including options for patients flying in from Abuja, Port Harcourt or abroad.
Are the materials used in Lagos the same as in Dubai and Beirut?
Yes — identical. The same premium ceramic systems used across the Smile Infinity® network are used in Lagos, with the same laboratory standards and quality control. Network consistency is the entire point: your Lagos smile is built to the same specification as one made in Jumeirah or Beirut.
Can Nigerians living abroad plan veneers for a visit home to Lagos?
Absolutely — this is one of the most popular ways patients use the Lagos clinic. Send your photos on WhatsApp before you travel; the smile design and treatment plan are agreed remotely, and your appointments are scheduled around your dates in Lagos — often completing the full smile within a single trip home.
How do I care for my veneers after treatment in Lagos?
Veneers are cared for like natural teeth: normal brushing, flossing, and a professional check-up every six months — available at the Lagos clinic. Avoid using your front teeth to open packaging or bite very hard objects, and if you clench at night a protective night guard is made for you. The clinical team remains reachable on WhatsApp for any question after treatment.
What makes the Smile Infinity® Lagos clinic different from other dental clinics in Lagos?
Three things: the operator — treatment protocols designed by Dr. Habib Zarifeh, Head of Oral Surgery at a Johns Hopkins International affiliated hospital; the network — standards, materials and quality control shared across 12 countries on 4 continents with over 120 staff; and the signature — a smile-design philosophy summed up in one line: it's not a smile, it's a signature.
How much do veneers cost in Lagos, Nigeria?
The fee depends on how many veneers your smile line needs, the ceramic system chosen (classic porcelain versus ultra-thin no-prep such as ZEvolution®), and whether whitening or gum contouring completes the design. For Nigerians comparing with treatment in London, Dubai or the US, Lagos pricing is typically a fraction of those markets for the same materials. Send your smile photos on WhatsApp at +961 70 567 444 for your personal treatment plan and exact quote.
