Porcelain Veneers
Discover Your Dream Smile With Our Melbourne Porcelain Veneers Specialists
If you’re unhappy with the shape, colour or size of your front teeth or simply feeling self-conscious every time you smile, porcelain veneers may be the answer you’ve been searching for.
Veneers are a quick, easy and painless way to enhance your natural smile. So, if you’re looking to improve your existing front teeth, and get the smile you’ve always dreamed of, contact Lifestyle Smiles in Melbourne for a free consultation about which types of veneers might work for you.
What are porcelain veneers?
A porcelain veneers is a thin cover made from porcelain which is permanently bonded to the surface of your tooth to improve its original shape, size and colour.
If you have chipped, stained or crooked teeth that make you feel self-conscious and want to hide your smile, then front teeth veneers are a popular, non-invasive way to correct and enhance the natural appearance of your teeth and overall smile.
Speak to one of our experienced dentists today to discuss whether veneers are suitable for you.
Benefits of Porcelain Veneers
Correct multiple dental issues
Veneers can correct common tooth issues such as irregular tooth shape or spacing, bulky teeth or other anomolies without the need to undergo further orthodontic treatment.
Sparkling white teeth
No more teeth stains from coffee, tea, wine or smoking! Veneers can give you a sparkling, crisp-white smile without undergoing multiple teeth whitening sessions.
Natural looking smile
Porcelain veneers mimic the appearance of the natural teeth and are highly customisable to suit your unique aesthetic preferences.
Less invasive treatment
The veneers process is less invasive than other orthodontic treatments while achieving outstanding results.
Composite vs Porcelain Veneers
Composite Veneers
- Quick and easy to fit – often fitted on the spot while your still in the dentist’s chair!
- More cost effective – you can achieve an amazing result for a fraction of the price of porcelain veneers.
- Can stain over time if you smoke or drink coffee, but if polished meticulously they will keep their shine for many years.
- Cheaper and easier to repair, which may suit you better if you’re a heavy grinder or clencher.
- Average shorter lifespan – composite veneers require replacement every 5-8 years.
Vs
Porcelain Veneers
- Made in a dental laboratory by an experienced dental ceramist – this process can take longer
- More expensive than composite veneers due to the involved process
- Highly customisable with results that can match or mimic your natural teeth.
- Lower maintenance and more durable – porcelain veneers can last between 10-20 years.
- Long-term use of porcelain veneers can wear down opposing teeth.
The Porcelain Veneer Process
1
Initial Consultation & Examination
First, your dentist will thoroughly examine your teeth and overall health to make sure that dental veneers are suitable for you.
2
Mock-Up
Impressions of your teeth will be taken so that a mock-up of your teeth can be generated, allowing you to visualise the end result of your new veneers. This is an important part of the process as you will be able to tell us how you want your veneers to look. At Lifestyle Smiles, we use the latest in Digital Smile Design Technology to plan and design your dream smile with you, ensuring you will love your new veneers before they’re even finished!
3
Fabrication
Once you’re happy with the mock-up design, we send the cast model to our dental laboratory for a digital print using latest CADCAM technology and final fabrication.
4
Fitting
Once the veneers are ready, you will meet with your dentist so that your tooth can be filed in preparation for your new veneer to be fitted. In some cases, we may not even require to file your teeth at all! The veneer is then artificially ‘bonded’ to the tooth using a specialised dental adhesive before the dentist checks your bite to ensure perfect alignment.
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Follow-Up (2-3 weeks)
After a few weeks your dentist will get you back in to assess the result and ensure your gums are adjusting well to the new veneer. Although dental veneers are not painful, they can cause some minor discomfort and sensitivity around the gums for a short time following the treatment.
Veneers Before and After
Our Patient’s Veneer Results
Every smile has a story and every story has a smile. Check out some of our dental veneers patient’s transformations. We can also help you transform your life today.
Cost of Porcelain Veneers
Our fees start from $900 per tooth
The average cost of porcelain veneers in Melbourne ranges from $1,500-$3,000 per tooth.
Prices vary from patient to patient depending on your individual goals, the condition of your teeth, your budget and whether additional treatment is required before or after the procedure.
When you book a complimentary smile assessment at Lifestyle Smiles, we help you to choose the right option based on your smile goals and budget. We can even help with financing options, just ask us how!
Maintaining Your Veneers
Maintenance of your new veneers is just like maintaining the health of your natural teeth and gums; brush at least twice a day, floss after every meal and attend regular dental check-ups.
The only additional care you may need to take with veneers is to be mindful of excessive force when consuming hard foods, to prevent fracturing of the tooth or veneer.
Good oral hygiene and proper care is essential for taking care of your overall oral health, and ensuring your dental veneers last for years to come. Speak to one of our experienced dentists today for simple and easy maintenance tips to help care for your veneers.
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Disclaimer: The material posted is for informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Results vary with each patient. Any dental procedure carries risks and benefits. If you have any specific questions about any dental and/or medical matter, you should consult your dentist, physician or other professional healthcare providers.
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