Composite veneers use tooth-coloured resin bonded to the front of teeth to change their appearance. Your dentist shapes and polishes the material after assessing your teeth, gums and bite.
Preparation, number of appointments and suitability vary. Composite can stain, chip or wear and may need maintenance or replacement. Alternatives include no treatment, whitening, orthodontics or porcelain veneers, depending on the concern.
Your dentist will explain the proposed treatment, preparation, risks, limitations and costs. The number of visits depends on your needs. You can ask questions and take time to decide whether to proceed.
Discuss your concerns and have your oral health assessed. Your dentist will explain whether composite veneers are appropriate and compare the risks, limitations and alternatives, including no treatment.
Your dentist discusses the proposed shade and shape with you. The plan depends on your existing teeth and bite. Appearance and outcomes vary, and a preview does not guarantee the final result.
The dentist prepares the tooth surface for bonding. The amount of preparation depends on your circumstances and may involve irreversible removal of tooth structure. Ask what is proposed before treatment.
Composite resin is applied, shaped and hardened with a curing light. The material and technique are selected for the proposed restoration. Chipping, staining, wear or debonding may occur over time.
The restoration is shaped and polished and the bite is checked. Adjustments or further visits may be needed. Contact your dentist if the bite feels uncomfortable or symptoms persist.
Risks include sensitivity, gum irritation, chipping, staining, wear and debonding. Preparation may be irreversible. Repairs or replacement may be needed and can involve further costs.
Temporary tenderness or sensitivity can occur. Follow aftercare advice and seek review for persistent symptoms. Recovery varies; there is no promise of zero downtime.
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.
These treatment images show individual examples and do not predict your outcome.
Suitability, risks, recovery and results vary. Discuss the options with your dentist before deciding on treatment.
Contact Sydney CBD Dentistry on (02) 8090 1105 to ask about current fees. Your dentist can provide an individual treatment estimate after assessment.
