Should I get whitening if I have sensitive teeth?

If you're concerned about tooth sensitivity, you may decide to choose a product that is specifically designed for sensitive teeth. Mount Lawley Dental uses Philips ZOOM! Nite White – which is especially formulated for those with sensitive teeth.

What is endodontic treatment?

Endodontic treatment involves treating teeth with a diseased dental pulp, such as a dental abscess. The infected soft tissue is removed from inside the tooth and replaced with a root canal filling that seals the tooth from future infection.

What are wisdom teeth?

Wisdom teeth are the last (third) molars to erupt in the mouth, usually between the ages of 17 and 25. There are usually four wisdom teeth, but not everyone gets them. As these teeth are less necessary, dentists may recommend wisdom tooth removal if a tooth becomes impacted or causes problems such as teeth crowding.

How much do veneers cost?

The cost of veneers depends on their size, the number of veneers you have and what material they're made from. Porcelain veneers cost more than composite veneers. At Mount Lawley Dental, veneers start from $300 per tooth for composite resin and from $1400 per tooth for porcelain.

Why is oral hygiene important?

Good oral hygiene is about maintaining healthy teeth and gums in order to prevent dental issues such as tooth decay and gum disease. These dental problems when left untreated can erode teeth and cause gums to pull away, weakening the tooth structure and resulting in tooth loss. Tooth loss affects the way you eat and speak and can create teeth alignment issues, jawbone deterioration and a sagging facial appearance.

What is preventive dentistry?

Preventive dentistry is a proactive approach to dental care. The preventive approach aims to prevent common dental problems before they have a chance to develop and avoiding the need for more invasive and expensive procedures to correct them.

What causes gum disease?

Gum disease is caused by bacteria that can build up on teeth and form plaque. When bacteria reaches the gum, it can cause an infection that the body fights with inflammation, leading to swelling and tenderness of the gums.

How do I keep my mouthguard clean?

Clean your mouthguard under room temperature water and a cleaning solution to keep it in good condition. Avoid using hot water to rinse your mouthguard as it will warp it out of shape. By making sure you clean your mouthguard after every use, you’ll keep it free from staining and plaque build-up that can ruin the mouthguard and require you to replace it sooner than necessary.

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Veneers

One of our most popular cosmetic dental treatments, discover what veneers can do for you.

Veneers for a Perfect Smile

If you’re searching for that perfect smile, dental veneers are one of the most effective cosmetic treatments available. Veneers are made of thin shells of porcelain or composite resin which is layered and bonded to the front surface of the tooth to mask stained, chipped or misshapen teeth.

Veneers allow you to enjoy a brighter, straighter set of pearly whites, in as little as one or two visits. So, if you’ve been covering up your smile due to crooked or misaligned teeth, discover what veneers can do for you. Call Mount Lawley Dental for your consult on (08) 9227 8777 or book online.
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What Are Dental Veneers?

Veneers are thin shells or coatings applied to each tooth, to mask minor flaws like discoloured, crooked or gapped teeth.

Custom-made for your smile, veneers can be bonded directly onto your teeth using composite resin (a mix of glass and powdered plastic) or custom made in a lab using porcelain (ceramic), and when designed by an experienced dentist, will appear natural and long-lasting.

You can choose the shape, size and colour you prefer for your veneers. So even if you want a slight adjustment to correct chipped or worn-down teeth, or you’re wanting a complete smile makeover, veneers may be an effective cosmetic solution.
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Minor Dental Flaws Be Gone!

Dental veneers can address a wide range of cosmetic concerns by masking minor flaws and mimicking the appearance of a healthier-looking smile.

Whether it’s something you’ve always wanted to do, or you’re newly considering a cosmetic solution to enhance your smile, contact our experienced dentists, we can help you achieve your aesthetic goals to address:
- Crooked or uneven teeth
- Heavily stained teeth
- Gaps in teeth
- Cracked or chipped teeth
- Damaged teeth
- Misaligned teeth
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Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain veneers have a range of advantages over composite:
- Porcelain has a translucent quality that reflects light the same way natural teeth do
- Porcelain requires little preparation (and sometimes none) allowing us to preserve your tooth enamel
- Porcelain can last between 12-15 years
- Porcelain does not stain
- Porcelain veneers are designed by your dentist and hand-crafted by a ceramist in a dental lab
As an aesthetically superior option, porcelain veneers cost more than composite veneers, but are far more durable and long-lasting. If porcelain veneers become chipped, it may be possible to repair them rather than replacing the entire veneer.
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Porcelain Veneers Treatment Process
- Consultation and treatment planning – Discuss treatment goals and process, take diagnostic scans and present your treatment plan.
- Design and trial smile – Digital impressions are used to create a wax-up or 'trial smile' which is tried over your teeth. Your dentist records any adjustments before teeth are minimally prepared and you are fitted with temporary veneers to go home.
- Fabricating your veneers - A ceramist hand-crafts your veneers in a dental lab. Turnaround time is usually between 2-3 weeks.
- Fitting your veneers - Once your veneers return from the dental lab, your dentist glues them into place.
- Maintaining your new smile - Your dentist explains how to care for your new veneers to help them last as long as possible.
Composite Veneers

Composite resin veneers have a numer of pros and cons worth considering:
- Composite is more affordable than porcelain
- Composite veneers are layered and bonded directly onto teeth
- Composite veneers can be applied in 1-2 visits
- Composite veneers can often be repaired if they become damaged
- Composite appears less natural than porcelain
- Composite is prone to staining
- Composite is less durable than porcelain
- Composite may last between 5-6 years on average
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Are Veneers Right For You?

Veneers are a considerable cosmetic investment in your smile, so it’s important you have all the information you need to make a fully informed decision about your treatment.

Our cosmetic dentist will sit down with you to listen to your smile goals and tailor a bespoke treatment to help you achieve your desired results. In your consuilt, we will:
- Review your medical history
- Examine your teeth and bite (how your teeth come together)
- Take diagnostic x-rays and clinical photographs
- Prepare your bespoke treatment plan and price estimate
- Answer your questions about treatment
- Discuss treatment alternatives
- Discuss payment plan options
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Mount Lawley Cosmetic Dentists

Mount Lawley Dental is conveniently located less than 10 minutes from Perth’s CBD. Our clinic provides a wide range of preventive, general and cosmetic dental solutions and services to help you achieve a healthier-looking and aesthetically beautiful smile.

Our team of highly-experienced dentists are always on hand to answer any questions or concerns that you may have. We believe in complete transparency when it comes to oral health and we will do everything we can to offer you guidance, reassurance and help. Contact our team today on (08) 9227 8777 to book your consultation.
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Frequently asked questions

When compared to composite resin veneers, porcelain veneers offer many benefits such as:

Porcelain has a translucent quality that mimics the natural shade of tooth enamel
Porcelain does not stain
Porcelain lasts longer than composite (12-15 years vs 5 to6 years)
Porcelain is often more durable than composite

Composite veneers may last between 5 to 6 years on average. You can help your composite veneers to last as long as possible by following a good oral hygiene routine and avoiding food and drinks that can stain or damage the composite.

Porcelain veneers may last between 12 to 15 years on average, when well cared for.

Veneers are suitable for most people with healthy teeth and gums. It is best to speak with your dentist about your suitability if you have sensitive teeth or very thin enamel. Before any cosmetic dental treatment is started, we make sure any oral health problems such as tooth decay or gum disease is treated and under control, as these conditions affect treatment success.

The cost of veneers depends on their size, the number of veneers you have and what material they're made from. Porcelain veneers often cover the upper front teeth and depending on how wide your smile is, you may choose from 6, 8 or 10 veneers. While composite veneers are made of a composite resin (a mix of plastic and powdered glass), porcelain is made from either pure glass or glass-ceramic.

Porcelain is an aesthetically superior option to composite, more durable and long-lasting, however they do cost more than composite veneers. At Mount Lawley Dental, veneers start from $500 per tooth (composite resin) and from $1560 per tooth (porcelain).

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Dental veneers are thin coverings that are applied to teeth to change their appearance. They are made from either porcelain or composite resin and can cover up imperfections such as teeth stains and discolouration, minor damage or misalignment and small gaps.