Veneers
Composite veneers in Vietnam — same-day results for Australian patients
Composite veneers for Australian patients at Picasso Dental Clinic — AUD 170 per tooth, minimal preparation, same-day results, and when to choose composite over porcelain.
Composite veneers at Picasso Dental Clinic cost AUD 170 per tooth with a 6-month warranty and typically last 5–7 years. They require less tooth preparation than porcelain and can be placed in a single appointment — making them the faster, more conservative, and lower-cost option for a smile upgrade. The main trade-off is longevity and stain resistance: composite requires more maintenance than ceramic.
What composite veneers are
Composite veneers are built up from tooth-coloured resin material applied directly to the tooth surface, shaped by the dentist, and cured with a light. No laboratory is involved — the dentist is the sculptor. This is faster, less expensive, and reversible compared to porcelain.
Composite veneer prices at Picasso (AUD)
| Type | Price per tooth (AUD) | Warranty |
|---|---|---|
| Composite veneer | AUD 170 | 6 months |
| Emax Press porcelain (for comparison) | AUD 510 | 7 years |
A 10-tooth composite case is AUD 1,700. The same case in Emax porcelain is AUD 5,100.
Australia vs Picasso — composite veneer cost
| Scenario | AU private (AUD) | Picasso Vietnam (AUD) |
|---|---|---|
| Single composite veneer | AUD 400 – AUD 800 | AUD 170 |
| 6-tooth composite case | AUD 2,400 – AUD 4,800 | AUD 1,020 |
| 10-tooth composite case | AUD 4,000 – AUD 8,000 | AUD 1,700 |
Composite vs porcelain — the real comparison
| Factor | Composite | Porcelain (Emax) |
|---|---|---|
| Price per tooth | AUD 170 | AUD 510–680 |
| Warranty | 6 months | 7 years |
| Lifespan | 5–7 years | 10–15+ years |
| Stain resistance | Moderate — stains over time | Very good |
| Preparation required | Little or none | Minimal (0.3–0.7mm) |
| Reversibility | Yes — can be removed | No — enamel removal is permanent |
| Lab work | None — chairside | Yes — 3–5 day turnaround |
| Trip length | 3–5 days | 7–10 days |
| Repairability | Yes — easily patched | No — full unit replacement |
| Best for | Shorter-term, reversible, budget-conscious | Long-term, predictable, durable |
When to choose composite
Composite is a good choice when:
- Budget is the primary consideration
- You want to test a shape or colour before committing to porcelain
- You are under 25 and still considering your long-term plan
- You prefer a reversible option
- You want a shorter trip (3–5 days vs 7–10 days)
Porcelain is usually the better choice when:
- You want results that last 10–15+ years
- Stain resistance is a priority (you drink coffee, tea, or red wine)
- You have a heavy bite or mild bruxism
- You are investing in a once-only treatment plan
Many patients treat composite as a transitional step — seeing the result in their mouth before committing to the same shape in porcelain during a future trip.
What composite treatment looks like
Composite veneer placement at Picasso:
- Clinical photos and shade consultation
- Mock-up or direct freehand placement discussion
- Optional enamel etching (light surface preparation)
- Composite applied in layers and shaped by the dentist
- Curing light applied to set each layer
- Final shaping, polishing, and bite check
The entire process for a 10-tooth case is typically 3–5 hours across 1–2 appointments.
Aftercare for composite veneers
Composite is less robust than porcelain and requires more mindful maintenance:
- Avoid staining foods and drinks in the first 48 hours
- Minimise prolonged exposure to coffee, tea, and red wine
- Clean with a non-abrasive fluoride toothpaste
- Avoid biting hard objects (ice, pens, hard candy)
- Polish at each 6-monthly hygienist visit — the surface can be refreshed