"Learning how to smile again was the most difficult part...There is nothing more satisfying to me as being able to laugh freely and openly." ~ Beth
"Learning how to smile again was the most difficult part...There is nothing more satisfying to me as being able to laugh freely and openly." ~ Beth
A natural aesthetic you'll love
Our team of cosmetic dentists is led by NZ dentist Dr. Matt Sumner. Dr. Matt is a founding member of the NZ Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (NZACD) and has been practising for over 25 years - he's also an Auckland local! Porcelain dental veneers can drastically improve your smile. Chipped, uneven, discoloured or broken front teeth can be easily remedied using these highly popular options for making your teeth look great.
Many of our patients choose between an option of ceramic dental veneers, or composite veneers. We offer both options.
Sonia was unhappy with the look of her chipped and worn front teeth. She had an underlying problem caused by loss of support in most of her back teeth and chose to do a full mouth restoration.
Shalom came to see us because she didn’t like the shape and wear on her two front teeth. What I particularly loved doing for Shalom was the soft tissue recontouring on her gum, combined with her front dental veneers - such a simple procedure with stunning results.
Ed had a family member tell him he should do something about his teeth and upon reflection decided he didn’t like how short, grey and ‘gappy’ they were.
We talked him through options and first did some soft tissue recontouring, then whitening and zirconia crowns (strong enough to resist his heavy bite). We couldn’t be more thrilled for Ed.
It was a real pleasure to work on Sharla's teeth, my Practice Manager at the time, she was absolutely delighted with her new veneers.
"Their service is absolutely amazing.They provide the best treatment (also painless) and show a great understanding of a client's needs. Matt is very personable and highly professional." - Fatima W. Fatima had a combination of crowns and dental veneers.
Peter had previous dental veners, but was unhappy with the aesthetic. We took a lot of time and care crafting temporary veneers the exact shape and size he liked before committing to the final permanent ones so as to meet Peter's natural aesthetic.
We're pleased to say he's delighted with the result!
Jo had some composite work done on her front teeth many years ago, but while still unhappy with them, had also been advised not to do any work on them or they would shatter. She was also missing some lateral teeth.
Concerned with her options, she still wanted a natural look, and without uising implants or orthodontics. Jo was delighted with her dental veneers, and you can see why!
“Leon came to us because he was repeatedly chipping his front teeth and didn’t like the look of them. With new zirconia crowns, he hasn’t looked back!" Leon's testimonial is available on video.
Jo wanted a very natural aesthetic. We gave her a full mouth reconstruction and minor laser was also used. "I have only praise for Dr. Matt and his team. They worked miracles…”
Peter had damaged and chipped his front teeth, the result of ongoing wear and tear, and an accident. We were able to give him the natural look and feel he wanted for his new front teeth, using a combination of veneers and crowns.
"I used to have a genuine fear of dentists but not anymore! Matt, Paris and Lucy are the best...incredibly professional and made me feel at ease straight away. I will be forever grateful to them for my new smile." - Tina C Tina had bonded composite new front teeth.
A natural look you'll love“I can’t recommend Matt & his team highly enough. They are very warm and welcoming and very professional. Matt talked me through the process of the work being done and I couldn’t be happier with the result." - Diane had 6 veeners after using a take home whitening kit.
A simple, elegant and cost-effective solution for Penny was one crown and small cantilever bridge.“Getting my teeth done has been like a dream come true for me. I am extremely happy. The final result is amazing!"
"Matt and his team have produced the discreet result I was after...worked seamlessly together and their communication is faultless - I have no hesitation in recommending Matt and the team at Accent" - Geoff L. Geoff had new dental veeners on his front teeth only.
"Caroline wanted a natural look. We have recreated her beautiful new smile using a combination of dental veneers and crowns.
Robert came to us with chipped, thin, discoloured teeth from gradual "wear & tear". We made him four dental veneers, then whitened his teeth for a natural looking result. "Am now enjoying all the compliments!"
Andrea didn't like her chipped teeth resulting from an accident. We whitened them & made two natural-looking dental crowns. "I couldn't be happier, or recommend Dr. Matt and the team more highly" - Andrea.
"Dr. Matt is the best dentist ever!!! For over a decade he has taken exceptional care of my teeth. I have complete confidence in his expertise...He is especially talented in state-of-the-art cosmetic techniques." - Ross N.
"Julie was fed up with two tooth gaps she'd been born with & a loose, tired denture that kept getting food stuck under it. Her new dental implants transformed her appearance & gave her a real boost in confidence.
"Matt has my highest recommendation if you are thinking of cosmetic dentistry. His craftsmanship is outstanding, and his care, kindness, support and warmth. I no longer feel afraid. Thank you Matt." - Joy S. Joy had a combination of crowns and dental veneers.
“Dr. Matt was very genuine; he didn’t force but understood what I wanted and needed...he is a specialist in cosmetic dental! I recommend that you go to Accent…5 stars from me.” - Solomon. Solomon had new dental veneers on his front teeth.
Nina had a beautiful smile, and wanted to touch up a couple of minor imperfections. Her solution involved contouring the edges of 3 teeth, along with 1 new veneer on her front, and one dental crown at the front also. She's delighted!
Leela decided to do some soft tissue recontoring to make her teeth look longer and display less of a ‘gummy smile’. Then we whitened her teeth, and did a simple plastic filling to close a small space she didn’t like...
“I highly recommend Accent Dentists. Their advice is considered, and fantastic results speak for themselves.”
Liam came to us unhappy with the look of his front teeth, wanting a natural look without too much work. We worked on his front top teeth, giving him two dental veneers and one crown for his new smile.
Highly experienced and very friendly team! Thanks to Matt, Paris, Emma and Lucy – I was put at ease immediately…I’m happy to report a completely pain free wisdom extraction! Thanks Accent! Chloe had 1 veneer, a whitening treatment and 1 wisdom tooth extracted.
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In cosmetic dentistry solutions, porcelain veneers (or composite dental veneers) are also used to fix misaligned and gaps in teeth. However, while strong, they are not as hardy as your natural teeth, consequently, if you are a grinder or clencher then alternative treatment options might be more suitable – like a dental implant or a crown.
This is because these porcelain teeth veneers are wafer-thin, custom-made shells of tooth-coloured materials designed to cover the front surface of your teeth solely to improve their appearance (they add no structural advantage, unlike a dental crown).
These fine shells are then bonded onto the front of your teeth, thus changing their colour, shape, size, or length, and are made from either porcelain or from resin composite materials.
Teeth veneers made from porcelain resist stains better than ones made from resin and this, alongside the fact they better mimic the light reflecting properties of natural teeth, is why we choose this option in most cases.
Here at Accent we pride ourselves on the creation of natural-looking porcelain veneers.
Some of our clients have wanted just one or two in the front, some have needed more significant work. Find out more about Jo (full mouth restoration - including 12 porcelain veneers and 13 crowns), or a little bit more about our principal dentist Dr. Matt Sumner - a founding member of the NZ Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and The Dental Implant Network Group, he has been practising for over 20 years.
Regarding life-span, porcelain veneers typically last up to ten years although their longevity depends on a number of factors within your control. They can last longer - one of the biggest factors is how well you maintain your dental hygiene (in the same way regular car maintenance will keep your car in the best condition). Given their investment, you will want to look after them with good oral hygiene habits, alongside not opening beer bottles with your teeth!
Pencil chewing or biting your nails can also be hard on porcelain veneers, and if you’re a grinder, you’ll probably need to consider getting a night guard to help protect them from excessive wear.
This depends on where your veeners are located in the mouth, and we understand this is a significant investment. We use the best lab in Auckland, and pride ourselves on superb craftsmanship along with a natural aesthetic. We know you'll enjoy the benefits this provides. Check out our case studies and what our happy clients say!
However sometimes they are not a suitable treatment option; factors that mean you will need to consider alternative treatment include if you suffer from gum disease or decay, or if your teeth have little enamel - because without sufficient enamel the material has nothing to bond to.
They are also not an appropriate option for damaged or weak teeth. And if a large portion of your tooth is missing, a crown or implant will most likely be a better solution for you.
You can find out more about Dr. Matt here.
If you're considering consmetic dental work, please note we also offer 15 Min Complimentary Cosmetic Consults with Dr. Matt detailed below. Or call Lucy our Practice Manager to disucss your personal requrirements.
