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What Are Dental Veneers?
A dental veneer is a thin covering of porcelain bonded onto the front of the tooth. In this way, veneers are different from dental crowns, which cover the whole tooth. Veneers are usually used in cosmetic dentistry to improve the aesthetics of teeth imperfections, but they can also be used to treat minor malalignments in teeth.
Benefits of Dental Veneers
- Veneers can address issues like discolouration, badly chipped teeth, cracks, and uneven spacing, providing a brighter, more uniform smile.
- Custom-made to match the colour and shape of your teeth, veneers offer a natural, seamless appearance.
- Porcelain veneers are also stain-resistant, helping you keep a white smile over time.
- They are strong and durable, often lasting 10-15 years or more with good care.
- The procedure is minimally invasive, usually requiring only slight removal of the tooth’s surface.
- Veneers can transform your smile in just a few visits, making them an efficient cosmetic option.
We May Recommend Veneers If
- If your teeth are stained or discoloured and do not respond well to teeth whitening treatments
- If you have small gaps or uneven spacing between your teeth
- For minor alignment issues or teeth that are irregularly shaped, veneers can provide a more symmetrical and attractive look without the need for braces.
- If you have sufficient natural tooth structure to support the veneers
- You want a smile makeover
- When multiple cosmetic issues—such as discolouration, minor misalignment, and chipping—are present, veneers can address them all in one treatment.
A Brand New Smile in Just 2 Visits
Visit #1: Preparation
Our process starts with an examination of your oral health and consultation to discuss your goals and expectations. After the initial evaluation, Dr. Rostkier will prepare your teeth for the veneers. This involves gently removing a thin layer of enamel to make space for the veneers, ensuring the underlying tooth structure is preserved.
We then take precise impressions of your teeth, which we send to our trusted state-of-the-art local dental lab. There, your custom veneers are carefully crafted to ensure a perfect fit and natural look.
Visit #2: Bonding
About two weeks later, you’ll return for your second visit. This is when your porcelain veneers are attached. Dr. Rostkier will start by cleaning your teeth. Then, using a special dental adhesive, he will carefully bond the veneers to your teeth.
Schedule Your Veneers Consultation Today
Ready for a smile makeover? Book your consultation with Dr. Rostkier today. Conveniently located in Balwyn, Melbourne, our clinic offers a wide range of dental services to ensure comprehensive care for all your dental needs.
Meet Dr Steven Rostkier
A 1999 graduate of the University of Melbourne, Dr Steven Rostkier grew up locally in Doncaster. After graduating, he worked in England for a year and six months to expand his dental knowledge and experience. Since then, Dr Rostkier has been continually developing his skills and expanding his education in Cosmetic Dentistry, Implant Dentistry, Endodontics, and Sedation Dentistry.
Dr Rostkier believes in a preventative approach to dentistry to ensure that his patients have the best prospects of a healthy smile that lasts a lifetime with the latest dental treatments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The dental veneers procedure involves the removal of a small amount of enamel from the front and sides of the tooth to make room for the veneer and ensure the restored tooth doesn’t not feel or appear bulky. This is followed by the taking of an impression of the teeth, colour-matching by shade, and manufacturing of the veneer in a lab. The veneers will then be fitted to the teeth at the patient’s next dental visit, and, after any adjustments are made, they will be bonded to the teeth.
Porcelain (or ceramic) veneers are fabricated facings that are bonded to the front of the teeth. They are extremely durable and do not easily stain or chip. They are often used for moderate to major changes in tooth shape and texture and can effectively resemble natural teeth. They are usually manufactured in a dental lab and fitted by your Dentist.
Composite resin (or “plastic”) veneers can be applied to the front teeth. They are often used for small to moderate changes in shape, such as after orthodontic treatment, for repairing small fractures or to close gaps between teeth. These veneers are moderately durable and can usually be made and fitted during a single dental visit, without lab manufacturing.
Veneers can be a particularly long lasting solution to improve the look and function of your teeth, often lasting from 10 to 25 years, depending on how they are treated. This time frame can decrease if decay develops or if subjected to trauma and/or intense teeth grinding. It may also be desirable to replace them if gums have receded and the veneers have become visible at the gum edge.
To care for your veneers, brush and floss regularly, use a soft-bristled toothbrush, avoid hard foods, limit staining foods and drinks, get regular check-ups, and don’t use your teeth as tools.
Getting veneers is generally not painful. We use local anaesthesia to numb the area, so you shouldn't feel any pain during the procedure. We take steps to make your experience as comfortable and stress free as possible.
In Australia, veneers are generally considered a cosmetic procedure, so they are not covered by Medicare. Medicare typically only covers dental procedures that are deemed medically necessary, such as those related to severe dental issues, emergencies, or certain health conditions. If you're considering veneers, you'll likely need to pay for them out of pocket or through private dental insurance if your plan includes coverage for cosmetic dentistry. It's always best to check with your insurance provider for specific details.
No, you cannot go back to your normal teeth after getting veneers. The process of applying veneers involves removing a thin layer of enamel from your natural teeth to make room for the veneers. This removal is permanent, and once the enamel is gone, it cannot be restored.
As a result, your teeth will always need to be covered by veneers or another form of dental restoration. If a veneer is damaged or removed, it will need to be replaced to protect the underlying tooth.
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