Cosmetic dentistry in Moorooka
Whitening, veneers, crowns and bridges — natural-looking results, with the options and costs explained before anything starts.
When you book online, choose General Examination.
Which option suits what?
Most people come in knowing what bothers them — colour, a chip, a gap, a tooth that’s been heavily filled — rather than which treatment they want. This is how the main options compare. We’ll recommend the simplest one that gets you the result you’re after.
| Option | Best for | Visits | Worth knowing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitening | Stained or yellowed natural teeth | One to start, then at home | Doesn’t change fillings, crowns or veneers. Nothing is removed from the tooth. |
| Porcelain veneers | Front teeth that are chipped, uneven, gappy or deeply stained | Usually two | Custom-made shells bonded to the front of your teeth to improve their shape, colour and overall appearance. |
| Crowns | Teeth that are weak, cracked or heavily filled, as well as discoloured | Usually two | Covers the whole tooth, so it protects as well as improves the look. |
| Bridges | One or more missing teeth | Usually two | Fixed in place, held by the teeth on either side of the gap. |
Porcelain veneers
A veneer is a thin shell of porcelain, shaped to fit over the front of a tooth and match the teeth around it. It can change the colour, shape and length of a tooth, and close small gaps.
At the first visit we choose the colour with you, prepare the teeth (usually by removing a thin layer of enamel), and take a scan. An Australian dental laboratory makes the veneers, and at the second visit we check the fit with you before bonding them on.
Veneers are strong but not indestructible. If you grind your teeth, we’ll talk about protecting them with a night guard.
Do I need a “cosmetic dentist”?
No. In Australia, cosmetic dentistry isn’t a recognised dental specialty — the Dental Board of Australia recognises 13 specialties, and cosmetic dentistry isn’t one of them. Whitening, veneers, crowns and bridges are everyday treatments for general dentists. What matters is that your dentist explains the options honestly, including when something simpler would do.
Will Medicare or my health fund cover it?
Medicare doesn’t cover cosmetic dental treatment. Private health insurance with extras cover may pay part of the cost of crowns, bridges and veneers, usually under “major dental”, depending on your policy and how long you’ve held it. Whitening is rarely covered.
You’ll know the cost before anything starts. Ask us for the item numbers, so you can check with your fund exactly what they’ll pay.
A guide only — you'll know the cost before anything starts. All fees
Off-street parking at the door — no circling Beaudesert Rd 104 Beaudesert Rd, Moorooka
Opposite Greencross Vet · free parking at the rear
Related treatments
Teeth whitening
A brighter smile without the guesswork: we check whether whitening will work for your teeth first, then make trays that fit.
What's involved →Crowns and bridges
A crown protects and restores a damaged tooth; a bridge replaces a missing one. Both are fixed in place and made to match your teeth.
What's involved →General dentistry
Check-ups, cleans, fillings and the everyday care that keeps your teeth and gums healthy — with everything explained before we start.
What's involved →Questions people ask
How long do veneers last?
It varies with how you look after them and whether you clench or grind. We'll talk you through what to expect for your teeth at your consultation.
Can veneers be removed later?
Usually not. Fitting porcelain veneers normally means removing a thin layer of enamel from the front of the tooth, so it's a long-term decision. We'll explain what's involved for your teeth, and the alternatives, before you decide.
How much do veneers cost?
It depends on how many teeth, the material and what preparation each tooth needs, so we can only give an accurate price after a consultation. You'll know the cost before anything starts.