Veneers In Melbourne | Porcelain & Composite

Transform your smile with porcelain veneers at Toorak Dental Studio. Passionate about your smile, our qualified dentists specialise in dental veneers and other cosmetic treatments to help our clients look and feel their best.

Addressing discoloured, uneven, disproportionate or gappy teeth, we provide porcelain veneers in Melbourne that correct a number of dental complaints in just one treatment. As a faster alternative to orthodontics, you can achieve a beautiful smile for years to come - without the need for braces.

Visit us for a no-obligation consultation in our newly-renovated Melbourne-based clinic. Our friendly dentists will take a series of high-resolution photographs to analyse your smile, utilising the latest in smile design software to help you visualise what your perfect smile could look like. We provide a personal service and an upfront dental veneers treatment plan that’s tailored to you. Once you’re happy with your diagnosis and are ready to go ahead with the treatment, we’ll book in a convenient time to examine your smile and prepare the teeth, once you’ve seen a digital smile simulation of the final result. Following this, we’ll bond the veneers to your real teeth to create stunning results. Get in touch for more details about the process.

If you’re unhappy with the appearance of your smile but don’t want to resort to braces or Invisalign, then cosmetic dental veneers might be for you. Depending on the type of look you want and your budget, there are a few avenues that you can take where dental veneers are concerned. But first: what are dental veneers?

Dental veneers are thin coverings or shells that are usually made up of porcelain or porcelain resin. These shells are applied over your teeth and fit snug - so they look like new and improved versions of your real teeth. Most people with good oral hygiene can consider veneers.

Are dental veneers right for you? Yes, if:

You have noticeably chipped, broken or worn teeth
You have stains on your teeth that cannot be removed by whitening treatments
Your teeth are short or mismatched

At Toorak Dental Studio, our dental veneers will give you the confidence back to smile with your mouth open and show off your teeth. Contact us today to find out if dental veneers will work for you.

You will be able to enjoy many advantages that come with choosing to get porcelain veneers. Here are just some of the benefits of receiving this type of cosmetic dentistry:

Everything from the shape to the colour and size of your dental veneers will be customised for you. That way, you’ll be able to achieve the smile you’ve always desired.
Other than daily brushing and flossing, there’s no additional maintenance associated with getting porcelain veneers.
After your dental veneers have been placed, there is little recovery time. Almost immediately after the veneers have been set to your teeth, you’ll be able to resume normal activities, such as eating and drinking.
The entire process from your first consultation to the final appointment in the dentist’s chair is relatively quick. Once you’ve made the decision to get veneers made, it can take as little as two or three appointments over a couple of weeks. Compared to braces, it’s a much faster process.
You can use porcelain veneers to fix just a few visible teeth, all your teeth, or to complement other cosmetic treatments. For example, you may wish to whiten your teeth as well as mend the gap between your front teeth.

Composite veneers are an alternative to porcelain veneers or crowns, and can be applied in one sitting. Made from tooth-coloured resin, composite veneers are made with the same material used for tooth bonding. While they are less expensive than porcelain veneers, composite veneers may not last as long as their counterparts.

Composite veneers are relatively invasive and can be applied directly to your teeth (direct veneers) or custom-made outside of the mouth (indirect veneers). Due to the material used, they may need to be replaced or repaired more frequently than porcelain veneers.

Porcelain veneers are very thin shells of porcelain material (though some teeth veneers are made of composite resin). They’re placed over the existing teeth to transform the look of the mouth – whether this is to improve the shape, shade or damaged teeth.

The application of porcelain veneers leaves the existing tooth structure in place, but improves appearance by covering imperfections. They’re popular amongst patients that believe their teeth are crooked, discoloured, too small, too “gappy”, uneven or oddly shaped.

Before you get your porcelain dental veneers put in, you’ll have an initial meeting with your dentist at Toorak Dental Studio to discuss your best option and how many veneers you would like. During this visit, your dentist will also take x-rays to evaluate the health of your teeth, including signs of tooth decay or gum disease.

Some patients may choose to get one veneer to cover a broken or chipped tooth, but many opt for six to eight veneers in order to create an even smile. The most common location where veneers are applied is the top front eight teeth.

At your next appointment, your dentist will shave down your tooth/teeth (about half a millimetre) to take a mould, which will be sent off to the lab to create your porcelain veneers. In the interim, you’ll receive a set of temporary veneers to wear.

After two weeks when your veneers have returned from the lab, you will schedule an appointment to have them placed in your mouth. Your dentist will thoroughly clean your teeth and then use a shaving tool to create a rougher texture so that the veneer sticks to the tooth. Then, your dentist will use dental cement to bind the veneer to your tooth, and use an ultraviolet light to harden the cement. After that, you’ll be ready to debut your new smile!

Under your dental veneers, your teeth will look normal. They may have some of their surface reduced due to the tooth-preparation process, where your dentist will have shaved down your teeth by half a millimetre in order to secure your veneers.

Keep in mind that you must maintain your veneers by practicing good hygiene. Brush at least twice a day and floss at least once a day. Dental check-ups and cleanings every six months should also be followed through. Take care of your veneers and they will take care of you.

Direct composite veneers and indirect composite veneers are cosmetic procedures and an alternative to porcelain veneers.

Direct veneers are applied directly to your teeth (hence the name.) This procedure doesn’t take very long and the application process is minimally invasive.

On the other hand, indirect veneers are custom (or ‘indirectly’) made outside of the mouth, either in your dentist’s office or in a dental lab. This process follows similarly to porcelain veneers, where you will be given a set of temporary veneers until the indirect veneers are created. When you book your next appointment, your veneers will be ready to be applied to your teeth.

How long do porcelain veneers last?

While not indestructible, veneers are considered a permanent fixture. When properly installed and maintained, they can last for up to a decade. By visiting your dentist for a regular check-up and maintaining consistent and effective oral hygiene, your porcelain or composite veneers can last the distance without needing to be replaced for a long time.

Do porcelain veneers look natural?

In the past, porcelain veneers were chosen to achieve a dramatically bright “Hollywood smile” look, where teeth often appeared too big or too white. Since then, dental technology and patient expectations have evolved, and porcelain veneers can look extremely natural, if carried out by an experienced dental professional.

Detailed control can be exercised over the shade, shape and size of the veneers, to achieve a natural and realistic look that integrates seamlessly with the rest of your mouth. Your dentist will speak with you about your own aesthetic goals before starting the treatment.

Do you have to replace porcelain veneers?

Porcelain dental veneers are durable and can last longer than ten years with proper care and maintenance. However, they may need to be replaced from time-to-time, due to the following scenarios:

The veneer becomes cracked or damaged The underlying tooth is damaged or decayed The bonding dental cement becomes loose The patient decides they want a different shade. Since veneers are resistant to whitening treatments, they would have to be replaced

How long does the dental veneer procedure take?

As an estimate, the porcelain veneers process may take around three weeks. This is from your initial consultation where your dentist will discuss your requirements as well as create a mould for your teeth. Then, at your next visit, your teeth are grinded down and prepared for the application of your veneers.

Practising good oral hygiene and getting regular check-ups at your dentist can prolong the life of your dental veneers.

How can you tell if someone has veneers?

Thanks to incredible advances in dental technology, it is next to impossible to determine whether someone has dental veneers. When performed correctly, porcelain veneers should feel and look natural. At Toorak Dental Studio, we recommend choosing veneers that are a few shades lighter than your natural teeth, as too bright can look fake.

Can you get Invisalign after veneers?

While it is possible to get Invisalign after veneers, we strongly recommend that you get porcelain veneers or Invisalign, but not both. Porcelain veneers, when performed correctly, can adjust and fix any crooked teeth and straighten them without the use of wires or brackets.

Should I get dental veneers?

Porcelain or composite dental veneers are used to fix various cosmetic and restorative dental problems. If you want to achieve a healthy, lasting and beautiful smile, dental veneers might be for you. They can hide crooked or stained teeth, as well as short or mismatched teeth.

How do I take care of my dental veneers?

To ensure your dental veneers last for a long time, it is important that you don’t chew on hard objects (like pens, ice or your fingernails), try not to chew with your front teeth, consider getting a retainer if you grind or clench your teeth while sleeping, and wear a mouthguard when you engage in physical activity, such as a team sport.

How much do porcelain veneers cost?

The cost of your porcelain veneer per tooth will depend on your smile design and the complexity of the treatment. As an estimate, the cost of a porcelain veneer per tooth can be anywhere from $1500 - $2500. Keep in mind that you can’t put a price on for self-confidence and a smile you’ll be proud of. Our dentists at Toorak Dental Studio can provide an exact quote when you book a free smile consultation at our clinic.

How much do composite veneers cost?

The benefits of having a beautiful smile you’ll want to show off far outweighs any costs associated with the procedure. As a price estimate, you can expect to pay around $250 - $1000 per tooth you wish to cover. Speak with the friendly dentists at Toorak Dental Studio for an accurate quote for your composite veneers.

Are Porcelain veneers covered by insurance in Melbourne?

While Medicare doesn’t cover porcelain veneers and other cosmetic dentistry treatments, some healthcare providers may cover some of the cost. This depends on your policy and level of cover, and you may be required to upgrade to a more comprehensive plan to include cosmetic dental treatments.

Remember that, if you do change policies, there may be a waiting period involved before you’re able to claim back any of the costs of your teeth veneers.

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