Porcelain and Composite Veneers in Balwyn
Refined, Natural Looking,
and Unmistakably yours.
Whether it's discolouration, a chip, or teeth that have never quite lined up, veneers can reshape your smile, and with Dr Steven Rostkier you review the result in 3D and sign off before a single tooth is touched.
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Why Consider Veneers?
Veneers are one of the most versatile treatments in cosmetic dentistry, because a thin facing bonded to the front of a tooth can fix several things at once. Here is what that means in practice:
Appearance: Veneers cover discolouration, chips, cracks, and uneven spacing to give you a brighter, more even smile that still looks natural.
Versatility: A single treatment can address several concerns together, which is why veneers are the backbone of most smile makeovers.
Durability: Porcelain veneers are strong and highly stain-resistant, so your smile stays bright for years with good care.
Conservative: Veneers usually require only a thin layer of enamel to be removed, and composite options can need even less, preserving more of your natural tooth.
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How We Approach Veneers
Our approach to cosmetic work is deliberately conservative: the least invasive option that achieves the result you want, and no gimmicks.
That starts with an honest conversation. If whitening alone would get you there, or a single composite repair rather than a full set of porcelain veneers, Dr Rostkier will tell you. Veneers are permanent, so they are worth doing only when they are genuinely the right tool.
It also means you see your new smile before we commit to it. Dr Rostkier designs the result in 3D and has you approve the shape, position, and shade before any tooth is prepared. Unlike implant surgery, Dr Rostkier carries out veneer treatment himself from start to finish, drawing on 25+ years of cosmetic and restorative experience.
How We Approach Veneers
Porcelain and Composite Veneers
There are two main types of veneer. Dr Rostkier will help you choose based on what you want to change, how long you want it to last, and your budget.
Porcelain Veneers
Custom-made in a dental lab and bonded to the tooth, porcelain veneers are very durable, highly stain-resistant, and look remarkably natural. They are the choice for moderate to major changes to a smile.
Composite Veneers
Built up from tooth-coloured resin, usually in a single visit and without a lab, composite veneers are more affordable and suit smaller changes: minor chips, small gaps, and reshaping. They do not last as long as porcelain.
Are Veneers Right for You?
Veneers suit a lot of people, but not everyone, and an honest assessment matters. Here is what we consider:
- What you want to change. Veneers work beautifully for discolouration that will not whiten, chips, cracks, small gaps, and minor irregularities in shape or position.
- Healthy teeth and gums. Active decay or gum disease is treated first, so the veneers bond to a healthy foundation.
- Enough natural tooth. There needs to be sufficient healthy tooth structure to support the veneer.
- Realistic scope. Veneers are excellent for minor cosmetic alignment, but if your teeth are significantly crowded or out of position, orthodontics may be required.
The only way to know whether veneers suit you is a consultation, where Dr Rostkier assesses your teeth and talks you through the benefits, the limitations, and the alternatives before you decide anything.
What to Expect: The Veneer Process
The part most people do not expect is that you see your new smile before we prepare a single tooth.
Step 1
Consultation and 3D Preview
You meet Dr Rostkier to talk through what you want to change. He captures a 3D image of your teeth and creates renders of the proposed result, so you can see the shape, position, and shade before anything is done.
Step 2
Design and Sign-Off
You refine the design together until it is right, including the shade, whether you want a natural match or a brighter, whole-new-smile look. Nothing proceeds until you have approved it.
Step 3
Preparation
Dr Rostkier gently shapes the teeth to make room for the veneers, removing as little enamel as the case allows, and takes a precise digital scan with an intra-oral scanner. Local anaesthetic keeps you comfortable throughout.
Step 4
Custom Fabrication
Your scan goes to our trusted local dental lab, where porcelain veneers are custom-made to the approved design. Composite veneers are often built up in the chair instead, without a lab step.
Step 5
Fitting and Bonding
The veneers are placed so you can check them in the mirror first, and bonded permanently only when you and Dr Rostkier are both happy with the result.
The Technology Behind Your Smile Design
3D imaging and Digital Smile Design let Dr Rostkier plan and render your proposed result, so you approve the design before any tooth is prepared.
Digital intraoral scanners replace the messy putty impressions most people remember. A precise digital image is captured in minutes and sent to the lab for a better-fitting veneer.
CAD-CAM systems translate that digital design into precision-made restorations, which means a better fit, a better bite, and a more natural result.
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Why Patients in Balwyn Choose Us for Veneers
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, with a particular passion for cosmetic work and smile design.
Dr Rostkier believes in a preventative, minimalistic approach to dentistry to ensure that his patients have the best prospects of a healthy smile that lasts a lifetime.
Dr Rostkier is focused on developing good rapport with his patients to enable him to understand their individual needs. As a father of four, he also understands and relates well to children. In his spare time, he enjoys golf, tennis, travelling and watching football to support his team, Carlton.
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Visit Us in Balwyn
You'll find us at 2a/379–381 Whitehorse Road - on the northern side, between Balwyn Road and Yerrin Street, just moments from the Balwyn Library and the Palace Balwyn cinema.
Office Hours
Monday: 8:30am - 7pm
Tuesday: 8am - 5pm
Wednesday: 8am - 5pm
Thursday: 8am - 5pm
Friday: 8am - 4:30pm
Saturday/Sunday: Closed
We run on time 95% of the time – and on the rare occasion we’re behind, we’ll let you know before you arrive. Call, email or drop in during opening hours to make an appointment.
Getting Here
By car: There’s parking at the rear of our building, with street parking on Mangan Street and nearby side streets (time limits may apply, check signage). You can call us and we’ll point you to the best spot for that time of day.
By tram or bus: Take the 109 tram to Stop 47 (Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd) – from there it’s a two-minute level walk to our door. The 285 bus from Camberwell or Doncaster also stops close by.
Questions before you book?
Call us on (03) 9831 3272 – we’re happy to talk through the process, the costs, or simply how to find us.
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you're considering veneers, it's normal to have questions. Below are answers to the ones Dr Rostkier hears most often. (FAQ items themselves: replace in Elementor - see notes.)
Veneer costs are quoted per tooth, and the total depends on how many teeth you treat and the complexity of the case. As a general guide for Melbourne, composite veneers typically range from around $250 to $800 per tooth, and porcelain veneers from around $1,100 to $2,500 per tooth.
Dr Rostkier provides a written, itemised estimate before any treatment begins. Veneers are cosmetic, so they are not covered by Medicare, though we process eligible health fund claims on the spot through HICAPS, and payment plans are available.
If cost is a concern, it is worth a conversation about alternatives. For discolouration alone, take-home teeth whitening may achieve what you want for far less, and composite bonding is a more affordable option for small changes.
Veneers are low-maintenance, but a little care protects your investment. In the first few days you may notice mild sensitivity, which settles quickly.
After that, treat them much like your natural teeth: brush twice daily, floss, and use a soft-bristled brush. Avoid biting hard objects (ice, pens, fingernails), limit heavily staining foods and drinks where you can, and keep up your regular check-ups so we can monitor the veneers and the teeth beneath them. If you grind or clench, a night guard is a worthwhile way to protect both your veneers and your natural teeth.
Porcelain veneers are lab-made, very durable and stain-resistant, and suit moderate to major changes. Composite veneers are built up in the chair from tooth-coloured resin, are more affordable, and suit smaller changes, though they do not last as long. See the comparison above for a side-by-side.
Porcelain veneers commonly last many years, often 10 to 20 or more with good care, while composite veneers have a shorter lifespan. Longevity depends on your oral hygiene, whether you grind your teeth, and avoiding using your teeth as tools.
Getting veneers is generally not painful. Local anaesthetic numbs the area during preparation, so you should not feel discomfort, and we take care to keep the whole experience relaxed. Mild sensitivity for a few days afterwards is normal and settles quickly.
Porcelain veneers involve removing a thin layer of enamel, and because enamel does not grow back, that change is permanent, the tooth will always need a veneer or similar restoration. This is why Dr Rostkier removes as little as possible, has you preview and approve the design in 3D first, and will point you to more conservative options like composite bonding where they suit. He will always explain what is reversible before you decide.
Very cheap or overseas veneers can end up costing far more in the long run: too much healthy tooth removed, poor fit that lets decay in underneath, and little recourse if something goes wrong once you are home. Veneers are permanent, so the assessment, planning, and fit matter more than the upfront price.
Ready to Transform Your Smile?
25+ years designing smiles in Balwyn. Book a consultation with Dr Steven Rostkier today, and see your new smile before you commit to it.