Porcelain Bonding - Veneer Placement - My Auris Dental Clinic

What is Dental Veneers – Porcelain Coating?

Porcelain dental crowns (also known as Porcelain Veneer or Porcelain Laminate) are a modern aesthetic dental technique aimed at preserving natural teeth to the maximum extent possible. The dentist only removes a small portion of the outer surface of the natural teeth and utilizes thin porcelain veneers made from materials like Cercon or Emax porcelain, with a thickness ranging from 0.2 to 0.6 mm.

These porcelain veneers serve as perfect masks to cover the front surface of the natural teeth. Their role is not only to restore the bright and white appearance of the teeth but also to maintain the normal chewing functionality of the natural teeth. When carrying out porcelain coating, a specialized adhesive is used by the dentist to securely attach the thin porcelain veneers onto the front surface of your natural teeth. Through this, the porcelain veneers become bonded to the teeth, altering their color, shape, and size based on the mold of the porcelain teeth.

This procedure is performed gently and is generally painless, making it highly favored by numerous patients. However, the application of veneers is limited to specific cases

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The advantages of dental veneers

Veneers are a dental technique that many customers choose for upgrading their dental aesthetics, offering numerous outstanding benefits:

Porcelain coating provides teeth with a new color similar to the natural tooth color. You can comfortably eat, speak, and interact without revealing any cosmetic changes to your teeth.

When applying dental crowns, both the inner and outer surfaces of your natural teeth need to be ground down. However, the veneer technique only involves a minimal amount of grinding on the outer surface of the teeth.

In cases of teeth gaps, grinding might not be necessary. This advantage helps to preserve the natural teeth to the maximum extent and avoids compromising future oral health.

Cosmetic dental methods endure for the long term, even potentially permanently, when precise veneer techniques are combined with proper oral care.

Interfering with the tooth pulp, leading to pulp death, can significantly impact oral health.

Hence, minimal grinding that doesn’t affect tooth structure will mitigate the risk of pulp damage.

When to Consider Dental Veneers?

Although veneers are an effective cosmetic dental option, they are only recommended for specific individuals due to certain indications:

Cracked or Mildly Chipped Teeth

Reasons for teeth cracking or mild chipping can include using excessive force while chewing, tooth erosion, weakened tooth structure, and more. If the degree of cracking or chipping is minor, addressing it promptly can prevent bacterial growth. At this stage, serious conditions like weakened tooth foundation, gum inflammation, and others can be averted.

Yellowed, Discolored, or Darkened Teeth

When teeth are discolored or dull in color, teeth whitening might not be an effective solution.
Porcelain veneers not only swiftly address dental imperfections, providing evenly colored and bright teeth, but they also prevent factors that could further discolor the teeth.

Slight Gaps or Spaces Between Teeth

Having slight gaps between teeth doesn’t hinder chewing but can diminish facial aesthetics. Additionally, inadequate cleaning in these gaps can lead to food impaction. Over time, this can cause unpleasant odors and even serious oral health issues.

Eroded Tooth Enamel

Grinding teeth during sleep, acids from food and drinks, improper oral hygiene, consuming dark-colored foods, and more can cause teeth to change color, become yellow, and erode.
At this point, a veneer acts as a protective “cloak” for teeth, preventing further significant damage.

However, to accurately determine whether dental veneers are suitable for your teeth, it’s recommended to visit a reputable dental clinic for a thorough examination and consultation with a dentist.

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When Not to Consider Dental Veneers

Porcelain dental crowns should only be performed following a dental examination and under the recommendation of a dentist. Avoid unfortunate situations. Some cases where veneers are not recommended include:

Gum inflammation, gum disease
Tooth decay
Previously treated teeth with root canals
Severely misaligned teeth. Excessive bite misalignment

The Process of Applying Porcelain Veneers at My Auris Dental Clinic

The entire veneer procedure at My Auris is usually completed in 2-3 appointments, spanning around 5-7 days. The process is as follows:

Step 1: Examination, General Health Assessment, and X-Ray Imaging

The dentist will conduct a comprehensive examination of your teeth to determine if they are suitable for porcelain veneer application.
X-ray images will be taken to accurately assess the oral condition.
If deemed suitable for veneers, the dentist will provide more detailed advice on how your smile will transform after the procedure.

Step 2: Selecting Porcelain Teeth + Taking Tooth Impressions

Based on the examination results and X-ray images, the dentist will suggest the most suitable porcelain teeth in terms of color and size. They will also design your smile, allowing you to visualize the outcome after veneer application.
Initial tooth impressions will be taken to create temporary teeth.

Step 3: Creating Temporary Teeth

Slight grinding or no grinding. Temporary veneers are then applied.
Color comparison and discussion with the dentist for any necessary adjustments to achieve the best shape and color match.
Placement of the final veneers for you to experience. If you’re not satisfied, color and shape adjustments can be made

Step 4: Official Veneer Attachment

After your approval, My Auris will proceed with permanent attachment

Step 5: Oral Care Instructions. Dentist’s Follow-up Appointment

After completing the veneer attachment, the dentist will conduct a final check to ensure both aesthetic and functional aspects of the teeth are optimal.
A follow-up appointment is scheduled for one month later. This involves tartar removal, plaque removal, and polishing of the veneered teeth

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What Sets Porcelain Veneers Apart from Traditional Dental Crowns

Porcelain veneers and traditional dental crowns are two solutions that address issues like teeth discoloration, darkened teeth, cracked teeth, etc. The following comparison chart will help you easily distinguish the differences between these two methods:

	PORCELAIN VENEERS	DENTAL CROWNS
DEFINITION	Applying a thin layer of porcelain on the outer surface of the tooth	Using a ceramic tooth cap to cover a small, prepared natural tooth
MATERIALS	Emax porcelain, Lee Sapphire porcelain	Non-metal Zirconia porcelain, titanium porcelain, emax porcelain, metal porcelain, etc.
IMPLEMENTATION TECHNIQUE	Treating the tooth’s surface with a thickness of 0.2-0.6 mm, without affecting the inner surface	Grinding the entire tooth with a thickness of 0.6-2.5 mm
TIMEFRAME	Completed in 4 days for a full set of 24 teeth	Takes around 1-2 weeks
POSSIBLE COMPLICATIONS	Minimal grinding of the outer tooth surface, maximum tooth preservation. Ensures the structure and longevity of natural teeth.	Extensive grinding can lead to tooth sensitivity and discomfort. Moreover, if the dentist’s technique is not ensured, it may result in issues such as gum inflammation, compromised tooth structure, etc.
COST	Higher cost compared to traditional dental crowns	Various types of porcelain with different price ranges are available, suitable for various individuals