Dental Veneers
Dental veneers are very thin, custom-made covers placed over the front surface of the teeth to enhance the appearance of your smile. Veneers are commonly used to correct stains, chips, poorly shaped front teeth, small gaps, and minor tooth irregularities.
At Sweet Tooth Dental, we provide porcelain veneers in Christchurch at our St Albans and Rangiora clinics. We aim to achieve natural-looking results while enhancing the overall appearance of your smile and complementing your existing teeth. Many patients want an improvement, but not a drastic change, and treatment is carefully planned to achieve this. Veneers are designed to enhance the appearance of teeth while preserving as much healthy tooth structure as possible.
Veneers Help Improve
Veneers may be suitable for teeth affected by:
- Staining that cannot be improved with whitening treatment
- Worn or chipped front teeth
- Spaces between teeth
- Slight irregularities or uneven tooth shape
- Mild crowding or minor crookedness
- Surface enamel wear
In some cases, orthodontic treatment or teeth whitening may be recommended before veneers. A thorough assessment helps determine the most suitable treatment option for your teeth.
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Why Patients Choose Porcelain Veneers
Many patients choose porcelain veneers because they:
- Have a similar appearance to natural tooth enamel
- Provide a long-lasting cosmetic solution
- Resist staining from coffee, tea, and red wine
- Require less tooth preparation than crowns
- Can correct multiple cosmetic concerns at the same time
Every veneer is custom-made and carefully designed to match the shape, colour, and appearance of the surrounding teeth.
The Porcelain Veneers Process
Consultation and Smile Planning
The first stage of treatment involves a thorough examination of your teeth, gums, and bite. We will discuss your goals and assess your oral health to determine whether veneers are suitable for you.
Photographs, impressions, or digital scans may be taken to assist with planning and to visualise the desired outcome before treatment begins.
Tooth Preparation
A thin layer of enamel is carefully removed from the front surface of the teeth to allow the veneers to fit naturally and comfortably.
Custom Veneer Fabrication
Impressions or digital scans are sent to a dental laboratory, where your veneers are custom-made to the desired shape and colour.
Veneer Placement
Once ready, the veneers are carefully fitted, checked for colour match and bite alignment, and then securely bonded to the teeth.
How to Care for Veneers
Veneers require the same care as natural teeth.
We recommend:
- Brushing twice daily
- Flossing regularly
- Attending regular dental check-ups
- Avoiding biting hard objects
- Wearing a night guard if you grind your teeth
With proper care, porcelain veneers can provide long-lasting results for many years.
Do Veneers Meet Everyone’s Needs?
Veneers may not be suitable for people with untreated tooth decay, gum disease, or significant bite problems. In some situations, alternative treatments may provide a healthier long-term outcome.
Treatment recommendations at Sweet Tooth Dental are always based on your oral health, cosmetic goals, and the long-term condition of your teeth.
If you have any questions about porcelain veneers in Christchurch, contact Sweet Tooth Dental today to discuss your options.
Phone 03 662 5025 or email office@sweettoothdental.nz.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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