Veneers and bonding in Wheelers Hill
Star Smiles Dental Centre in Wheelers Hill offers porcelain veneers and composite bonding to change the shape, colour or size of teeth, starting with a conversation about your goals.
Veneers are thin shells bonded to the front of teeth. Bonding uses tooth-coloured resin shaped directly on the tooth. Both can improve chips, gaps, stains and uneven teeth.
Which option suits you?
- Composite bonding is usually done in one visit and removes little or no tooth
- Porcelain veneers are made in a laboratory, resist staining and usually take two or more visits
- Your dentist will explain which suits your teeth, goals and budget
Planning your smile
We start by listening to what you would like to change. Your dentist checks your teeth and gums are healthy, then talks through options, limits and costs before anything is done.
Looking after them
Brush and floss as normal, avoid biting hard objects, and wear a night guard if you grind your teeth.
What to expect
Your visit, step by step
- 1
Tell us what you would like to change about your smile
- 2
Your dentist checks your teeth are healthy first
- 3
We talk through options, limits and costs
- 4
Your veneers or bonding are placed and shaped to suit your smile
Your dentist explains your options and costs before any treatment starts. Questions? Call (03) 9562 0675
Please note: Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.
Questions
Answers before you book.
Porcelain veneers usually need a thin layer of enamel removed, which cannot be replaced. Bonding often needs little or none. Your dentist will explain what is involved for you.
It varies with the material, your bite and how you care for them. Regular check-ups help them last.
They can improve how mildly uneven teeth look, but they do not move teeth. Clear aligners or braces may be a better option for some people.
Cosmetic treatment is often not covered, but it depends on your policy. We can give you a treatment plan to check with your fund.