Porcelain Laminate Veneers / Porcelain Laminas
Lamina means leaf in Latin. It can be used to close discolourations, deformities or gaps between teeth on the tooth surface and improve aesthetics. Porcelain laminate veneer is a method that preserves the natural tooth tissue, as thinning procedure of the front surfaces of the teeth is less than 1 mm. Although its applicability is limited, lamina application can be made without any cutting on the tooth surface. Although it is very thin, it is pretty robust because durable porcelain types are preferred. After the preparation on the tooth, it is carried out by applying the porcelain leaves, which are prepared according to the measurements taken from the patient and resembling a denture, to the tooth surface with dental adhesives.
In Which Cases Are Porcelain Laminates Applied?
- In the treatment of discolourations on the tooth surface that cannot be removed by bleaching
- In congenital or medication-related discolouration
- In the elimination of fractures and abrasions in teeth
- For closing the gaps between teeth
- In non-symmetrical teeth
- It can be applied to patients who want to have a more aesthetic smile.
What Are the Advantages of Porcelain Laminas?
- Tea, coffee, cigarette discolouration that occurs in natural teeth do not happen in porcelain laminae.
- It has a natural appearance as a real tooth due to its thin and transparent structure
- It can be made in desired colour and size
- It may be an alternative treatment for people who do not want to use dental braces.
- Its care is not different from daily care for natural teeth.
Porcelain laminates can be applied in most cases. However, the most accurate treatment method is possible with the individual’s decision after the dentist examination.
The number of sessions varies by the number of laminae to be made and the condition of the teeth. If there is a problem with the aesthetics of the gums, the gum problem should be eliminated first.
It is necessary to avoid nail-biting, pencil biting, clenching teeth, grinding teeth, biting hard foods with front teeth.
You should not neglect your daily oral care and routine dentist checks.