Cosmetic Dentistry & Veneers

Artistry Meets Precision for Your Best Smile

A beautiful smile is more than just aesthetics—it’s about the confidence to express yourself fully. At Beale & Cullen Dental, we combine clinical excellence with an artistic eye to create smiles that look natural and function perfectly. Whether you are looking to correct a single tooth or desire a complete transformation, we tailor every treatment to your unique facial features and goals.

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Custom Veneers: Porcelain & Composite

Veneers are thin, custom-crafted layers bonded to the front of your teeth to mask imperfections and enhance your appearance. We provide two distinct options to ensure you receive the treatment that best fits your lifestyle:

  • Porcelain Veneers: These are custom-crafted shells of high-quality ceramic. They are highly durable, resistant to staining, and mimic the translucent, light-reflecting qualities of natural tooth enamel for a seamless finish.
  • Composite Veneers: Also known as “direct bonding,” these are artistically sculpted directly onto your teeth using a specialized resin. This is a conservative, efficient option that often requires minimal preparation and can be completed in a single visit.

Veneers are an ideal solution for:

  • Persistent Discoloration: Masking deep stains that do not respond to traditional whitening.
  • Chipped or Worn Teeth: Restoring the original shape and youthful length of your smile.
  • Gaps and Misalignment: Closing small spaces or masking slightly crooked teeth.
  • Irregular Shapes: Smoothing out uneven teeth for a uniform, balanced look.
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The Beale & Cullen Cosmetic Experience
  • Personalized Planning: We listen to your concerns and design a smile that complements your lip line and facial symmetry.
  • Conservative Care: We believe in preserving as much of your natural tooth structure as possible while achieving your aesthetic goals.
  • Expert Craftsmanship: Whether you choose porcelain or composite, our focus is on creating a look that is so natural it feels like a part of you.

Frequently Asked Questions

How soon can I expect to see results after treatment?

Results from treatment typically start becoming noticeable within 3 to 7 days post-treatment, with full effects usually visible within twoweeks.This can vary with individual toxins

The effects of toxin typically last around 3 to 4 months. However,individual results may vary based on metabolism and muscle activity. Some specific areas can last a shorter or longer time.

Dental crowns protect damaged teeth by completely encasing the tooth structure, providing more support for chewing than a filling or onlay can. Stability is particularly crucial for molars, which absorb much of the force from chewing. 

Skilled administration by a qualified provider ensures natural-looking results, allowing for facial expression while reducing wrinkles and lines.

Typically, treatments are repeated every 3 to 4 months to maintain results. We will create a personalized treatment plan based on your needs.

Toxin is used to address dynamic wrinkles caused by repeated muscle movements. The appropriate time to begin varies; a consultation will help determine if it aligns with your aesthetic goals.

What are dermal fillers and how do they work?

Dermal fillers are injectable gels used to restore volume, smooth wrinkles, and enhance facial contours. As we age, we can develop laxity in the skin, deepening of wrinkles and a loss of facial volume, leading to a sunken or hollow look. Filler can be used to replace some of the lost volume to create a more youthful look.

Dermal fillers can be used to treat various facial areas, including lips, cheeks, nasolabial folds, marionette lines, and jawlines. A full facial assessment will identify where best to place filler to improve your areas of concern.

The initial injections can be painful, but the product contains local anaesthetic, so the tissues begin to numb quickly once treatment starts. We can offer dental nerve blocks to fully numb some areas if required. A topical numbing cream can be applied before the procedure to enhance comfort.

The duration of dermal fillers varies based on the type of filler used and the treated area, but they typically last between 6 months to 2 years before gradually being absorbed by the body. Generally the type of filler we use will last up to 12 months.

Skin boosters aim to improve skin quality by hydrating and rejuvenating the skin’s texture using microinjections, while dermal fillers focus on adding volume and reshaping facial contours by injecting substances to specific areas.

What is the difference between the products on offer?

Profhilo, Sunekos and Rejuran all enhance skin quality, yet each offers a different type of rejuvenation. Profhilo provides deep hydration and a radiant lift, Sunekos targets fine lines and collagen support, and Rejuran focuses on tissue repair, redness/darkness reduction and overall skin resilience.”

You may notice initial improvements in skin texture and hydration shortly after treatment. However, the full effects often become apparent after a few weeks. Results can last for several months, but maintenance sessions may be needed to prolong the benefits.

Most patients experience minimal discomfort during these injectables. A topical numbing cream can be applied before the procedure to enhance comfort.

They are are commonly used on the face, neck, hands, and décolletage to address issues like fine lines, wrinkles, dullness, and dehydration.

All of these products will require multiple sessions and this varies depending on the product. We will advise the best regimen to follow to get the ideal outcome.

Can’t find what you’re looking for? Contact us and we’ll try our best to help you.

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By Your Side, Every Step of the Way

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Initial Consultation

Our friendly team is here to make your visit positive and stress-free. We know life is busy, so we invite you to relax while we take care of your smile.

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Scheduling

Every smile is different. We tailor treatments to your needs and goals, always offering options and supporting your choices—never judging, just guiding.

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On the Day

Every smile is different. We tailor treatments to your needs and goals, always offering options and supporting your choices—never judging, just guiding.

Meet Our Dentists

You’re in Great Hands.

Ben Taylor

BDS

Dentist

Fionnuala Cowhie

BDS (NUI), MFDS

Dentist

Rohit Bedi

BDS, PGDipHSc(Akl), NZREX

Dentist

Jill Henderson

BDS

Dentist

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I Specialise in...
IV Sedation
Cosmetic Dentistry
Dental Care for Teenagers

Ben Taylor

BDS
Dentist

Ben Taylor, a principal dentist at Beale & Cullen Dental, brings over 17 years of experience to the practice. Graduating from the University of Manchester in 2006, he was drawn to New Zealand’s beauty and decided to make it his home.

This extensive experience allows him to provide patients with advanced care across a wide range of dental needs. Ben is passionate about helping anxious patients overcome their dental fears, offering IV sedation for those who need it. He enjoys all aspects of dentistry, with a particular interest in cosmetic dentistry and creating beautiful smiles with composite veneers.

Committed to providing the best possible care, Ben combines his clinical skill with a gentle and reassuring approach, making him a valuable addition to the Beale & Cullen team. When not in the practice, you’ll find him climbing, mountain biking, mountaineering, or spending time with his family.

I Specialise in...
IV Sedation
Cosmetic Dentistry
I Specialise in...
IV Sedation
Wisdom Teeth Extractions
Facial Aesthetics

Fionnuala Cowhie

BDS (NUI), MFDS
Dentist

Fionnuala graduated from University College Cork in Ireland with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 2010. In 2011 she gained an MFDS from the Royal College of Surgeons and Physicians, Glasgow. After graduating, Fionnuala worked in Australia, the Torres Strait Islands and spent several years in the North East of England working in an oral surgery and facial trauma centre. A move to New Zealand in 2017 brought her to Wellington initially and Christchurch has been home since 2021.

Fionnuala’s particular areas of interest are difficult extractions, wisdom tooth removal, advanced IV sedation, facial aesthetics and single visit crowns.

She is passionate about working with patients to help them feel comfortable and empowered about their dental treatment. Advanced sedation is an amazing tool to help patients to overcome any barriers that may prevent them from completing a part of their dental journey, whether it’s a surgical procedure or a complex tooth repair.

Outside of work, music and exploring the outdoors are her passions. So whether it’s running around the Port Hills or playing with the Celtic Orchestra, Christchurch is the perfect spot to keep her busy.

I Specialise in...
IV Sedation
Cosmetic Dentistry
I Specialise in...
IV Sedation
Implants
Wisdom Teeth Extractions

Rohit Bedi

BDS, PGDipHSc(Akl), NZREX
Dentist
Rohit is an experienced practitioner passionate about helping patients achieve healthy, beautiful smiles, especially those anxious about dental visits. He specializes in advanced IV sedation techniques to ensure comfort during complex procedures like implant dentistry, surgery and complex rehabilitation. He offers a full range of treatments, from wisdom tooth removal to complex restorative care and smile makeovers. Rohit’s expertise in sedation and complex dental procedures often leads to referrals from his colleagues. He takes a patient-centric approach, understanding individual needs and empowering patients to make informed decisions about their oral health. A respected leader in dental sedation, he lectures nationally and internationally, consults for the Dental Council of New Zealand, and contributes to research at the University of Alberta, Canada. Rohit is deeply committed to patient safety in sedation and passionate about continuing education to provide the best possible care. More information available here.
I Specialise in...
IV Sedation
Cosmetic Dentistry
I Specialise in...
General Dentistry and Emergencies
Dental Care for Teenagers
Single Visit Crowns

Ben Taylor

BDS, BSc (Hons)
Dentist

Jill graduated from the University of Aberdeen in 2018 with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery and worked in Scotland providing continuing family care for 5 years.
She enjoys all aspects of general dentistry and is always happy to discuss each option and answer questions to ease any concerns or anxieties. As a recent addition to the Beale and Cullen team, Jill is accepting new patients and hopes to ensure a comfortable and positive dental experience for all.

Jill is originally from Northern Ireland but moved to New Zealand in January 2024, initially based in Hawke’s Bay. Since then, she has been fortunate enough to live and work in Nelson, Wānaka and Queenstown, getting to explore so much of this beautiful country. She has now settled in Christchurch and enjoys the city and outdoor life- looking forward to the ski season and getting the paddleboard out in summer.

I Specialise in...
IV Sedation
Cosmetic Dentistry