Cosmetic Dentistry

Improving your smile with cosmetic dentistry is no different to how we approach other dental problems. The first step is to review the health and condition of your teeth and gain a better understanding of what you would like to achieve. In your first consultation, we will complete a review of your smile and dental health, then spend time discussing treatment options with you. Together, we can formulate a treatment plan that matches your budget and aesthetic goals.

It depends on what kind of treatment you need/want. The cost of treatment will vary based on the materials required, how long the treatment lasts, the number of appointments required and what techniques we need to use to achieve your goals. During your first consultation, we will also discuss costs to ensure it fits within your budget.

Again, it depends on what you’re looking to achieve. For example, in-chair teeth whitening can take a couple of hours at maximum, whereas at-home teeth whitening can take several weeks. Likewise, orthodontic treatments like Invisalign and braces can take months — even years — to complete. We will give you an estimated timeline based on check-ups and procedures… All you need to do is stay focused and committed to the treatment to keep things moving along.

Most cosmetic treatments are non-invasive and rarely require local anaesthesia, sedation or general anaesthesia. In complex cases, more invasive procedures may be required but we will manage both pain and anxiety to ensure you are comfortable throughout the procedure. This may also be split into multiple appointments to achieve your aesthetic goals.

You’re never too old to have a beautiful smile! People are living longer than ever and living active social lives well into their senior years. Of course, there are some risks related to bone loss and dental health — we recommend booking a consultation so we can review the health and condition of your teeth, jaw and gums before we create a cosmetic treatment plan. We’ll provide tailored recommendations and advice to enhance your smile.

You’re never too old to have a beautiful smile! People are living longer than ever and living active social lives well into their senior years. Of course, there are some risks related to bone loss and dental health — we recommend booking a consultation so we can review the health and condition of your teeth, jaw and gums before we create a cosmetic treatment plan. We’ll provide tailored recommendations and advice to enhance your smile.

Invisalign is a suitable treatment option for most patients but if you have a particularly complicated or severe case, we will most likely recommend braces instead. This will ensure the treatment works to its full potential and delivers the smile you really want.

Most cosmetic dental treatments fall under the “major dental” category for private health funds. This covers complex procedures like crowns, veneers and root canal treatments. Teeth whitening tends to vary from fund to fund.

Unfortunately, Medicare does not cover cosmetic dentistry. Medicare will cover part of some essential services e.g. routine checkups, cleaning, fillings, dentures and tooth extractions.