What Is Porcelain Lamina Veneer? 

Laminate porcelain veneer is a type of restoration used only on the anterior surfaces of the teeth in order to change the color, form and position of the teeth. This application, while trying to present a near-perfect smile, helps the person to fulfill his oral functions completely.

How Are Lamina Veneer Done?

Before the porcelain laminate application, the tooth surfaces first undergo a deep cleaning. If necessary, teeth whitening treatments can be applied. A very fine etching is then made on the tooth surface – in some cases this may not be necessary.

In the second stage of the treatment, images of the teeth to be veneered are obtained. This step can be done manually or digitally. The models obtained are sent to the laboratory and laminates are produced according to the determined dimensions. After the production is completed, the bonding stage is started.

When is Porcelain Laminate Applied?

Porcelain laminate application may be preferred in the following cases:

• Highly discolored teeth,
• Teeth with bad shape,
• Cases where the gums appear too much while smiling,
• Joining split teeth,
• Restorations of worn or broken teeth,
• Correction of old and colored fillings,
• Applied in the correction of minimally crooked and crooked teeth.

What Is the Porcelain Laminate Veneer Treatment Period?

On average, it is envisaged to complete the porcelain laminate veneer treatment in 2-3 sessions within 1 week.

What are the Advantages of Porcelain Laminate Veneer?

Porcelain laminate veneer veneer has many advantages. It gives the most natural and aesthetic appearance that a person's smile can reach. It is a durable and long-lasting treatment. A very short period of time is required for the application to be completed.

What are the Disadvantages of Porcelain Lamina Veneer?

It requires very precise work and laboratory process. Therefore, the cost is higher than alternative treatments. In addition, in some cases, it may be necessary to make gingival adjustments before laminate application. Pre-procedure whitening may be required. In short, it can be a costly and laborious process.

What Should Be Done After Porcelain Laminate Veneer?

Laminates can be used for many years without any problems, provided that good oral care is provided. In order to prolong their life, it is necessary to be sensitive to oral care. In addition to brushing teeth, dental floss and mouthwash should be done. In addition, it is recommended that patients with clenching at night use a protective plate during sleep. In addition to these, regular six-month dental check-ups should be done.

After the procedure, it is important to stay away from bad habits such as biting very hard foods and biting nails with the front teeth to prevent damage to the laminate.

What are Alternative Treatments to Porcelain Laminate Veneers?

In cases related to discoloration, the bleaching methods to be applied in the clinic to natural teeth can be used as an alternative. Full ceramic porcelain veneers and zirconium veneers can be used instead of porcelain laminates.