Porcelain Veneers
Enhance your smile and confidence with custom porcelain veneers designed for a flawless, natural-looking appearance.
Porcelain veneers are thin, custom-made shells bonded to the front of your teeth to create a brighter, more even and natural-looking smile. Each one is shaped and colour-matched to suit your teeth, and Dr Jun will help you decide if veneers are right for you.
What Are Porcelain Veneers?
A veneer is a fine layer of porcelain shaped to fit over the visible surface of a tooth and bonded firmly in place. Because they sit on the front of the tooth, only a small amount of enamel is prepared, so veneers are more conservative than a dental crown, which covers the whole tooth.
Each veneer is made to match the size, shape and shade of your surrounding teeth, so the result blends in and feels like your own. Dr Jun will assess whether veneers suit your teeth and talk through what is realistic for your smile before any treatment begins.
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What Can Veneers Address?
Veneers are suited to patients looking to improve the appearance of teeth affected by:
- Discolouration from tea, coffee, wine, or tobacco that has not responded to whitening
- Chips, cracks, or worn edges
- Irregular or undesirable tooth shape
- Minor misalignment or twisted teeth
- Gaps between teeth
- Teeth that appear too small or uneven
What to Expect
Initial Consultation
Dr Jun carries out a thorough examination and discusses your expectations and goals. This is also the point at which he assesses whether veneers are the right option for your specific situation.
Preparation
The teeth are prepared for veneer placement. Depending on the case, a small amount of enamel may need to be removed from the front surface to ensure the veneer sits flush and natural. Once impressions are collected, they are forwarded to a dental lab to fabricate your veneers.
Fitting and Bonding
Once the veneers are ready — typically within a few weeks — they are tried on the teeth first to check colour, shape, and comfort. Once you are satisfied, they are permanently bonded to the teeth.
The full process usually requires two to three visits.
Why choose Porcelain Veneers?
Porcelain veneer well resembles tooth enamel in terms of colour and transparency that it is often the most favourable choice in cosmetic dentistry.
Below are the key benefits for choosing porcelain veneers
Excellent Cosmetics
Durability
Masks Discolouration
Corrects Undesirable teeth shape
Closes Gap between Teeth
Natural Looking Appearance
Quick Treatment Results (2 Weeks)
Bite Correction
Corrects Mis-alignment & Twisted Teeth
Maintenance of Porcelain Veneers
Once the porcelain veneers are placed, they may need to be followed-up for a post treatment evaluation.
Porcelain veneers also need to be maintained routinely at home and by your dentist. Routine home maintenance care with brushing and flossing is also one of the key factors in good maintenance of porcelain veneers.
In conjunction with your regular dental visits so the dentist can provide good oral hygiene and follow up, this will help with the long durability of the treatment.
For patients with a habit of grinding or clenching teeth, a night guard for the protection of the veneers may be needed.
For more information about Porcelain Veneers in Melbourne, please contact Prahran Family Dental.
Sensitivity and Maintenance After Veneers
Once the porcelain veneers are bonded on the teeth, often you end up having some degrees of sensitivity to hot and cold temperatures.
It is usually due to the removal of thin layer of enamel of the front surfaces of the treated teeth.
This sensitivity usually settles within the first week after the treatment.
Even though the porcelain veneers can be treated like your own teeth however, they are also brittle.
Therefore, if possible, it is advisable to avoid the same excessive chewing stresses on the veneered teeth. Habits such as biting fingernails, chewing ice, or opening beer bottles using the porcelain veneers are to be avoided at all times.
Why Choose Prahran Family Dental for Porcelain Veneers
Custom shells shaped for your smile
Porcelain veneers are thin ceramic shells bonded to the front of your teeth to improve their colour, shape, size or alignment. Each veneer is made to match the look you want and to sit naturally alongside your other teeth.
A careful suitability assessment first
Veneers are not right for every situation. Dr Jun will examine your teeth, gums and bite and talk through your goals so you understand whether veneers, or another option, will give you the result you are after.
Working with a trusted dental laboratory
Your veneers are crafted by a skilled dental laboratory from impressions or scans taken at the practice. This lab process usually means more than one visit, and it allows a precise fit and a colour matched to your smile.
A natural, blended finish
Porcelain reflects light in a way that closely resembles natural enamel. We take time over shape and shade so your veneers blend in rather than stand out, giving a result that looks like a natural part of your smile.
Local care with easy claiming
We are based in Prahran with HICAPS on the spot, so any eligible health fund rebate is processed at your visit. Our team will guide you through each stage and look after your veneers at future check-ups.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many visits do porcelain veneers take?
Veneers usually take more than one visit. Typically there is a planning and preparation appointment, then a fitting visit once your veneers come back from the laboratory. Dr Jun will explain the timeline for your specific case.
Do veneers require the teeth to be prepared?
Porcelain veneers usually involve removing a small amount of enamel so the shell can sit flush and look natural. The amount varies from patient to patient, and Dr Jun will assess and advise what your teeth need.
How long do porcelain veneers last?
With good care, porcelain veneers can last many years, though longevity varies with your bite, habits and oral hygiene. Avoiding biting hard objects and keeping up regular check-ups helps them last as long as possible.
What is the difference between porcelain and composite veneers?
Composite veneers are built up from resin in the chair and are usually quicker and more affordable, while porcelain veneers are laboratory made, tend to be more durable and resist staining well. Dr Jun will help you choose the option that suits your goals and budget.
How do I care for my veneers?
Care for veneers much as you would your natural teeth, with twice daily brushing, daily flossing and regular check-ups. It also helps to avoid biting hard items and to mention any teeth grinding, as a night guard may be recommended.