Explore our dedicated approach to porcelain dental veneers, centred on careful planning and understanding what matters most in your smile journey.

Dental Veneers are extremely thin shells of medical-grade porcelain that bond permanently to the front surfaces of individual teeth. In the right hand, this relatively quick and easy cosmetic treatment that can conceal many types of imperfections and help you accomplish the smile you have always wanted.

At ArtSmiles Cosmetic Dentistry, we understand that it’s essential for your teeth to function properly and look aesthetic. That is why we offer the highest quality Porcelain Veneers in our state-of-the-art practice in the heart of Gold Coast. These veneers are designed to give you natural-looking white teeth and cover any teeth imperfections. This improves your smile as well as your overall facial appearance.

Book a complimentary consultation for dental veneers at our Gold Coast clinic

If you’re interested in cosmetic dental veneers, our team can guide you through the process. You’ll receive a tailored plan, transparent pricing, flexible payment options, and expert advice based on your goals.

Call us on (07) 5588 3677 to get started, or book your free consultation at our Southport office online. 

What are porcelain dental veneers?

Porcelain dental veneers are thin ceramic shells designed to fit over the front of your natural teeth. Their purpose is to change the look of your teeth and help replace years of staining, wear, and damage where clinically appropriate. 

All dental veneers are custom-made, and we invest in the latest technology to help tailor them depending on individual needs and concerns. 

They may be considered as an option for patients who want to address concerns like: 

    • Discoloured and stained teeth that whitening won’t improve
    • Worn-down teeth
    • Chipped or broken teeth
    • Misaligned, irregular shaped or uneven teeth
    • Teeth that are too small or large
    • Teeth with gaps

At ArtSmiles Gold Coast, we work with high-quality porcelain, known for its durability and visual properties, designing each to integrate with your smile while balancing function and durability. 

Porcelain veneers are one of several cosmetic dental options available. Depending on your individual situation, alternatives like composite bonding, teeth whitening, orthodontic treatment, or crowns may be more appropriate. Results and durability differ between patients.

Designing Your Beautiful Veneers

Careful planning is provided along with extensive discussions to understand our patients expectations. We work closely with our dental technicians who fabricate the veneers following to the approved smile design. Our patients have the opportunity of visualizing what the veneers could look like and approve the appearance before any irreversible treatment is carried out.  We use wax ups on the models of the teeth which are then transferred to the mouth with a mock up made with temporary material that allows us and most importantly the patient, to see what the ideal size, shape and position is necessary. It also allows us to check the bite and make sure the final veneers need minimal adjustments.

Results of porcelain veneers

Are porcelain dental veneers the right choice for me?

Consultation appointments allow us to understand your dental history, what you hope to achieve, and address your specific concerns while assessing whether veneers may be appropriate for you.

During your consultation, our dentist will also observe any functional aspects like your smile, speech, and bite, while taking your unique facial characteristics into account. This detailed assessment guides the development of your personalised treatment plan. 

Porcelain veneers may be ideal if you want:

  • A fast and long-lasting alternative to braces or clear aligners for minor misalignments
  • A strong and durable option that outperforms composite veneers

A less invasive treatment with minimal removal of your natural enamel 

  • Support for worn or chipped edges
  • A personalised and predictable design that suits your face and bite

Compared to composite veneers, porcelain dental veneers cost more upfront. But for many people, the comfort, longevity and highly natural look make them a worthwhile long-term investment.

Porcelain Veneers Before and After

Porcelain or Composite Dental Veneers: Which is better?

There are as many differences as there are similarities between resin composite veneers and porcelain dental veneers. Both options serve the same purpose and follow a similar application process.

Porcelain veneers

  • Material: High strength ceramic designed to closely mimic natural enamel.
  • Appearance: Most natural looking option with superior translucency.
  • Longevity: Typically lasts 10 to 15 years with proper care.
  • Stain resistance: Excellent resistance to staining from food and drinks.
  • Treatment process: Two step process involving enamel shaping, digital scans, custom veneers, and bonding.
  • Appointments required: Usually two visits.
  • Repairs: Cannot be repaired and must be replaced if damaged.
  • Cost: Higher upfront investment.

Composite veneers

  • Material: Resin composite applied directly to the tooth.
  • Appearance: Good aesthetic outcome, though slightly less realistic than porcelain.
  • Longevity: Typically lasts 5 to 7 years.
  • Stain resistance: Moderate resistance to staining.
  • Treatment process: Single visit with resin sculpted, placed, and polished in chair.
  • Appointments required: Usually one visit.
  • Repairs: Can often be repaired in chair.
  • Cost: Lower upfront cost, with potential for more ongoing maintenance.

Which option is right for you? If affordability is important, composite veneers may be the best fit. If you have a severe aesthetic concern or you’re looking for the most natural and durable treatment solution, then porcelain veneers will give you a dramatically improved result.

Before and after and the text porcelain veneers

How are porcelain veneers applied?

If you’re considering porcelain dental veneers, the first step is to come in for a complimentary consultation with Dr. Cristian Dunker at our Southport, Gold Coast office.

1. Initial Complimentary Consultation

We assess your teeth, talk through your health and your goals, and outline a tailored dental veneer plan for your smile.

2. Digital Impression For Dental Veneerss

On your first veneer visit, a very thin layer of enamel is removed from your teeth, then 3D scans capture the exact position, colour and contour of each tooth.

3. Design

We review your unique facial features, midline and bite. This analysis will guide the custom design of your veneer shapes.

4. Dental Lab craftsmanship

Your scans are then sent to a Master Ceramist, who produces each veneer with a full digital workflow for highly accurate and predictable results.

5. Mock-up Stage

A temporary preview is placed on your teeth so you can test the look, feel and alignment before final production.

6. Final Placement

Your final veneers are bonded securely to the front surface of your teeth. Your bite is balanced, so you have perfectly natural movement, and any last refinements are made for comfort and function.

Porcelain Veneers Warranty

Standard
Warranty

2 Years Warranty
  • Breaking, chipping, stain or wear - repair or replace at no extra charge
  • Debonding of veneer - recement or replace at no extra charge
  • Mild sensitivity - 1 session of lasertherapy
  • Repair of higher veneer - 1 session occlusal adjustment

Extended Warranty
ArtSmiles Club

5 Years Warranty
$ 39
99
Monthly
  • Breaking, chipping, stain or wear - repair or replace at no extra charge
  • Debonding of veneer - recement or replace at no extra charge
  • Mild sensitivity - up to 3 sessions of lasertherapy
  • Repair of higher veneer - 2 session occlusal adjustment
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Porcelain Veneers Price List

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Composite Veneers Warranty

Standard Warranty

1 Year

Warranty

Breaking, chipping, stain or wear - repair or replace at no extra charge

Debonding of veneer - recement or replace at no extra charge

Mild sensitivity - 1 session of lasertherapy

Repair of higher veneer - 1 session occlusal adjustment

2 Years

Warranty

Breaking, chipping, stain or wear - repair or replace at no extra charge

Debonding of veneer - recement or replace at no extra charge

Mild sensitivity - up to 3 sessions of lasertherapy

Repair of higher veneer - 2 session occlusal adjustment

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Frequently Asked Questions About Porcelain Veneers

Understanding what is involved in porcelain veneers can help you explore your treatment options. The best way to determine if veneers are appropriate for you is during a consultation, where we can discuss your individual circumstances, potential risks, and all available treatment options. Here are some treatments we offer:  

  • Porcelain Veneers: May be helpful for colour, shape, size, symmetry, chips, gaps or minor misalignment
  • Whitening: Maybe helpful for surface stains
  • Bonding: May be helpful for small chips or shape tweaks
  • Braces: May be helpful for gaps, overcrowding and alignment issues

Both porcelain and composite dental veneers are safe when they’re properly looked after. Like every cosmetic dental treatment, they do come with some considerations.

Composite veneers

  • Can wear faster if you grind your teeth
  • Benefit from wearing a night guard
  • More likely to stain, so regular polishing helps
  • Some foods and drinks can dull the colour over time

Porcelain veneers

  • Stronger and more resistant to wear
  • Stain and scratch-resistant
  • Needs good home habits like brushing, flossing and routine dental visits 

No, cosmetic dental veneers can’t be whitened once they’re bonded to your teeth. 

If you feel your veneers look darker or duller than before, book a visit at our Gold Coast office and we’ll talk through the best options. 

Possible solutions may include:

  • Professional polishing to refresh the surface shine
  • Treating discolouration on the natural tooth behind the veneer
  • Correcting staining at the edges where the veneer meets your natural tooth
  • Replacing older veneers if the colour is no longer matching your smile

About Dr Cristian Dunker

Dr. Cristian Dunker is a trusted Gold Coast Cosmetic Dentist, who has been working with Cosmetic Dentistry and creating beautiful smile makeovers for years.  With his skills and up to date approach, the costs and duration of your treatment is greatly reduced while achieving aesthetically appealing, natural-looking, and functional results.

He has perfected the art of Cosmetic Dentistry to ensure that the smile transformation is comfortable, rapid and precisely crafted to give you a smile that is perfectly suited to your face and your personality.

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