Cosmetic
Porcelain veneers
Veneers done well look like teeth, not like veneers. Thin porcelain shells bonded to the front of your teeth to change their colour, shape or length. Veneers are made to suit your face and smile.
- Visits
- Usually 2–3
- Time to make
- About 2 weeks
- Planning
- Photos and a preview first
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- How much do veneers cost in Rockhampton?
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Is this right for me?
Every mouth is different. Your dentist will confirm what suits you after an examination.
- Your front teeth are stained in a way whitening cannot fix
- Teeth are chipped, worn, uneven or have small gaps
- You want a longer-lasting change than bonding
- Your teeth and gums are healthy
What happens
Design
We take photos and scans and plan the shape and shade with you.
Prepare
Under local anaesthetic we gently reshape the front of the teeth and take a scan.
Temporaries
You wear temporary veneers while the porcelain ones are made.
Bond
We check the look and fit with you, then bond the veneers in place.
Recovery and aftercare
Treat veneers like natural teeth: brush, clean between them and keep your check-ups. Do not bite hard objects such as ice or pens. If you grind, a night guard protects them.
Porcelain veneers
Clinical Lead: Dr. Abraham Zacharia BDS FDSRCS(Eng)Practice: A2ZDental Rockhampton
Thin porcelain shells bonded to the front of your teeth to change their colour, shape or length. Veneers are made to suit your face and smile. Treatment is provided at A2ZDental, 36 Macaree Street, Berserker, Rockhampton QLD 4701, led by Dr. Abraham Zacharia BDS FDSRCS(Eng).
Equipment we use
- Digital photos and smile planning before treatment
- Shade matching to your natural teeth
Materials
- Porcelain veneers and crowns
- Tooth-coloured composite for bonding
Comfort options
- Local anaesthetic for treatment that needs it
- Happy gas (nitrous oxide) and oral sedation for nervous patients
Fees and health funds
- All health funds accepted, claimed on the spot with HICAPS
- Not a preferred provider for any fund
- Payment plans through humm, Zip, Dossh and TLC (subject to approval)
- Your fees are explained before treatment starts
Want to see it before you commit?
Book a smile consultation. We take photos, talk about what you'd like to change and, where it helps, show you a preview first.
Questions about porcelain veneers
Clear, direct answers to help you make informed decisions.
How long do veneers last?
Well-made veneers commonly last many years, but they are not permanent and will need replacing at some point. Longevity depends on the material, how your bite loads them, and whether you grind. Grinding without a night splint is the most common reason they fail early.
Do veneers damage the teeth underneath?
Most veneers involve preparing the tooth surface, which does not grow back, so it is a decision to take deliberately. How much preparation is needed varies with the material and the starting position of the teeth. Some cases suit a more conservative approach, and that is worth exploring at assessment before committing.
What is the difference between a veneer and a crown?
A veneer covers the front surface of the tooth. A crown covers the whole tooth. Veneers involve less preparation and suit teeth that are structurally sound; a crown is generally used where the tooth is heavily filled, cracked or root treated.
Can I have just one veneer?
Yes, and it is common after a single chipped or discoloured front tooth. Matching one veneer to neighbouring natural teeth is technically demanding, and shade matching is easier when the surrounding teeth are whitened first if that is planned.
What are the alternatives to veneers?
Depending on what is bothering you — whitening for colour, bonding for small chips, aligners for position, or a crown where the tooth is heavily restored. Veneers are one option among several, and the least involved option that achieves the result is worth discussing first.
How much do veneers cost in Rockhampton?
The figure comes after an assessment. What drives it is how many teeth are being treated, how much work each tooth needs beforehand, and the material and finish chosen. You are quoted in writing, itemised per tooth, before anything is started.
What do veneers involve?
A thin ceramic facing, bonded to the front of the tooth. Enamel comes off first and does not grow back, which is why the simulation comes before the decision. For some people whitening and a small amount of bonding gets them where they wanted to be for far less.
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A2ZDental Rockhampton - Porcelain Veneers
Clinical Lead: Dr. Abraham Zacharia BDS FDSRCS(Eng)
Conveniently located at 36 Macaree Street in Berserker, welcoming patients from all across Rockhampton, Gracemere, and the Capricorn Coast with gentle family and emergency dentistry.
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