Dental Veneers in Sandgate
Veneers are thin shells that cover the front of a tooth to change its shape, size or colour, or to repair a chipped tooth.
We offer porcelain and composite veneers, placed by our dentists after an assessment of your teeth, gums and bite.
The first step is an initial consultation or a full examination and clean.
New patients welcome.
What are dental veneers?
A veneer is a thin shell, made from porcelain or composite, that is bonded to the front of a tooth. It can change the shape, size or colour of a tooth, or repair a chipped one.
Because veneers are bonded to your own teeth, they are planned around the health of your teeth, gums and bite.
Why people consider veneers
Chipped or worn teeth
Veneers may repair chipped or worn edges.
Shape and size
Teeth that are short, uneven or a different size from their neighbours.
Colour
Teeth that are stained or discoloured in a way whitening may not address.
Small gaps
Small spaces between teeth.
Assessment comes first
Veneers are not right for everyone, so we begin by checking the health of your teeth and gums and understanding what you would like to change.
We explain your options, the alternatives and the risks before you decide.
All of our dentists can assess you for veneers and place them.
Porcelain and composite veneers
Porcelain veneers
Made by a local dental laboratory in Brendale, Queensland, from impressions or scans of your teeth, then bonded to the teeth by your dentist.
Composite veneers
Built up and shaped directly on the tooth by your dentist using tooth-coloured composite material.
Your steps
Initial consultation
The first step is an initial consultation or a full examination and clean, so we can check your teeth and gums and hear what you would like to change.
Planning and preview
We discuss the options and can show you a preview of the planned design before treatment begins.
Preparing the teeth
Depending on the option chosen, some of the tooth surface may need to be reshaped. Your dentist explains what is involved.
Making your veneers
Composite veneers are shaped directly on the tooth. Porcelain veneers are made by a dental laboratory.
Fitting and review
Your veneers are fitted, checked with you and adjusted where needed. The number of visits depends on the type and your case.
Previewing the design
We can show you a preview of the planned design before treatment starts, so you can discuss what you would like. A preview is a guide only, and the final result may differ in some details.
Tooth preparation
There are multiple options for veneers, and the amount of tooth preparation varies between them. Your dentist explains which option suits your teeth and what it involves.
Where tooth surface is reshaped, this cannot be undone, so it is important to understand it before you decide.
Who may not suit veneers
Veneers may not be suitable if you have:
- Tooth grinding or clenching, unless it is managed (see teeth grinding)
- Gum disease or tooth decay that needs treating first
- Weak or heavily damaged teeth
- Teeth that need other treatment first
We assess this at your consultation and explain your options.
Risks and limitations
Possible effects and limitations include:
- Tooth sensitivity
- Veneers chipping, cracking or coming loose
- A colour that does not match your other teeth exactly
- Gum irritation around the edges
- Veneers sometimes needing to be repaired or replaced
- Tooth reshaping that cannot be undone
We explain the risks that apply to you before you decide.
Looking after veneers
Brush and clean between your teeth as advised, and keep up regular check-ups and cleans. A custom mouthguard is recommended for sport, and a splint may be advised if you grind or clench your teeth. Avoid biting very hard objects with your veneers.
Alternatives to veneers
Depending on your goals, alternatives may include:
- Teeth whitening for colour
- Bonding or fillings for chips and small repairs
- Invisalign or other teeth straightening for alignment
- Crowns for heavily damaged teeth
Dental veneers in Sandgate
Popular treatments: emergency dentist, wisdom teeth removal, dental implants, root canal treatment, teeth straightening, Invisalign, teeth whitening, sleep apnoea and snoring, kids dental care, nervous patients and health funds and payment options.
Dental Seasons is located at 119A Brighton Road, Sandgate QLD 4017.
We assess veneers for patients from Sandgate and surrounding North Brisbane and bayside suburbs, including Brighton, Deagon, Shorncliffe, Bracken Ridge, Boondall, Taigum, Nudgee, Zillmere, Fitzgibbon, Banyo, Virginia, Redcliffe, Woody Point, Clontarf, Margate and Newport.
Ask about health fund claims and payment options when you book.
Dental veneer questions
What are dental veneers?
Veneers are thin shells, made from porcelain or composite, that cover the front of a tooth to change its shape, size or colour, or to repair a chipped tooth.
Which types of veneers do you offer?
We offer both porcelain and composite veneers. Your dentist explains the differences and which may suit you.
Which dentists place veneers?
All of our dentists can assess you for veneers and place them.
What is the first step?
The first step is an initial consultation or a full examination and clean, so we can check the health of your teeth and gums and discuss what you would like to change.
Do you prepare the tooth for a veneer?
It depends on the option. There are multiple options, and the amount of tooth preparation varies. Your dentist explains what is involved before you decide.
Can I preview the design before treatment?
Yes. We can show you a preview of the planned design before treatment starts. It is a guide only, and the final result may differ in some details.
Are veneers right for everyone?
No. Veneers may not suit people with tooth grinding or clenching, gum disease or decay that needs treating, or weak or heavily damaged teeth. We assess this at your consultation.
What are the alternatives to veneers?
Alternatives may include teeth whitening, bonding, Invisalign and crowns, depending on your goals.
Where are porcelain veneers made?
Porcelain veneers are made by a local dental laboratory in Brendale, Queensland. Composite veneers are shaped directly on the tooth by your dentist.
How do I look after my veneers?
Brush and clean between your teeth as advised, keep up regular check-ups and cleans, wear a custom mouthguard for sport and ask about a splint if you grind your teeth.
Thinking about veneers?
Book an initial consultation or a full examination and clean. We will assess your teeth, explain your options and the alternatives, and answer your questions.
Meet your dentists
All of our dentists can assess you for veneers and place them, and they explain your options, the alternatives and the risks before you decide.
