Composite Veneers Melbourne

Composite Veneers Process

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Checking if you are the right candidate:

This depends on the amount of tooth structure that needs to be changed or replaced. If your dental health is more serious, then more advanced dentistry may be required.

For successful bonding, we need to ensure there is no tooth decay and teeth and gums are healthy to ensure there will be no limitation to the success of the bonding.

Come in for your Check up & Clean appointment. All records will be taken and we can discuss options in more detail. Alternatively, we offer after hours Smile Makeover Consultations,

Where our dentists will briefly go through some of your options and estimated costs. A New Patient exam will still be required prior to starting your cosmetic journey.

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Selecting shade:

Selecting the right shade is essential. For the best results, our dentist may require you to get your Teeth whitened as this will allow for a more harmonious finish for when you maintain your teeth whitening.

Your dentist will pick the right shade to ensure the composite veneers fit in well with the rest of your teeth. The dentist will work with you here and ensure that you pick the shade and are happy with it before deciding and confirming the shade.

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Digital Smile Design

Depending on the complexity of the case, a digital smile design is created to help achieve the ideal shape of your new composite veneers.

An injection moulding technique is sometimes used as well. Costs for this stage will be discussed at your initial appointment.

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Preparation of your Teeth

The tooth surface at this appointment is carefully prepared by cleaning and abrading the surface; this technique makes the surface a bit rougher so that the bonding material adheres well to the surface of your teeth.

A conditioning adhesive liquid is then applied before the resin is sculpted and moulded into its correct shape. Finally, you will see an ultraviolent blue light used over the resin; this helps solidify the material.

The composite is then polished and trimmed to give you the desired smile. It is also important to note that tea, coffee, cigarettes, wine, and other staining substances can easily stain resin material.

So, it is highly recommended that you avoid such foods and drinks that can cause staining for the first 48 hours after the procedure

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Wearing your Night Splint

In most cases, a night splint will be recommended to protect your new composite veneers or bonding to help reduce fractures.

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Composite Bonding Process

The composite bonding dental process is a procedure used to repair damaged or imperfect teeth. During the process, a white filling material is applied to the tooth surface, where it is moulded and smoothened until it fits snugly. This filling material, a tooth-colored composite resin, closely resembles the appearance of your real teeth so you don’t have to worry about excessive cosmetic changes.

The resin is then hardened with a special curing light in order to achieve full strength and durability. Afterward, if necessary, the trimming and polishing of your new restoration is done by the dentist in order to ensure that your smile looks natural and attractive.