Overview
What you should know
They're commonly used to address a range of cosmetic concerns, including chips, gaps, discolouration that doesn't respond well to whitening, or irregularly shaped teeth. At Footscray Dental Studio, veneers are planned individually for each patient, following a consultation to assess your teeth and discuss your goals.
What's Involved
The process for porcelain veneers generally includes:
- Consultation — your dentist examines your teeth and discusses your goals, explaining whether veneers are a suitable option for you.
- Planning — your treatment is planned, including the number of veneers, shape and shade, often supported by digital smile photography.
- Tooth preparation — a small amount of enamel is typically prepared to accommodate the veneer, ensuring a natural fit.
- Digital impressions — a digital scan captures the precise shape needed for your custom veneers.
- Fabrication — your veneers are custom-made, often by a dental laboratory, to match your specifications.
- Fitting — once ready, your veneers are carefully bonded into place and checked for fit and comfort.
Benefits of Porcelain Veneers
- Can address multiple cosmetic concerns (shape, colour, minor gaps) in one coordinated treatment
- Porcelain is stain-resistant compared with natural enamel
- Custom-made to fit your individual teeth and desired outcome
- Can be planned as part of a broader smile makeover if multiple teeth are involved
Is this right for you?
Who It's Suitable For
Veneers may be suitable for patients with cosmetic concerns such as chips, gaps, wear, or discolouration who have generally healthy teeth and gums. As veneers involve some preparation of the natural tooth, your dentist will assess whether this is an appropriate and suitable option for your particular situation, or whether an alternative such as composite bonding may be more appropriate.
Caring for Your Veneers
Veneers are generally cared for in the same way as natural teeth — regular brushing, flossing and check-ups. Your dentist may also recommend a night guard if you grind your teeth, to help protect your veneers over time.
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