What are Porcelain Veneers?

Porcelain Veneers, or Laminate Veneers, are a modern cosmetic dental method aimed at maximally preserving natural teeth. The dentist only prepares the outer surface of the natural tooth and applies a thin porcelain shell, crafted from Cercon or Emax porcelain blocks, with a thickness of only 0.3 – 0.5mm.

The veneer acts like a perfect mask to cover the natural tooth. The purpose of porcelain veneers is not only to restore the bright white beauty of your teeth but also to do so without affecting the normal chewing function of your natural teeth.

When applying Porcelain Veneers, the dentist will use a special adhesive to bond the veneer to the surface of your natural tooth. The porcelain will then adhere to the front of the tooth to change its color, shape, and size based on the veneer template.

This is a gentle procedure that does not cause sensitivity or pain, making it very popular among clients. However, porcelain veneers are only suitable for certain specific cases.

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The Advantages of Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain Veneers are a dental technique chosen by many clients to upgrade their smile, with many outstanding advantages:

Veneers provide a new tooth color that looks as natural as real teeth. You can eat, drink, and communicate comfortably without anyone noticing you’ve had cosmetic work.

While crowns require grinding both the inner and outer surfaces of the natural tooth, the veneer method only requires minimal preparation of the outer surface.

In cases of gapped teeth, tooth preparation may not be necessary at all. This advantage helps preserve the natural tooth as much as possible, without affecting long-term oral health.

This cosmetic dental method can last for a long time, even permanently, with precise bonding techniques and proper oral care.

Disturbing the tooth pulp, which can lead to pulp death, can significantly impact oral health.

Since minimal preparation is involved, it doesn’t affect the tooth’s structure, thus reducing the risk of pulp death.

When Should You Get Porcelain Veneers?

Although porcelain veneers are an effective cosmetic dental solution, they are only recommended for certain specific cases:

Teeth with minor cracks or chips

Causes of cracked or chipped teeth include: Using excessive force while chewing, worn tooth enamel, weak tooth structure, etc. If a tooth has a minor crack, early treatment can prevent bacteria from growing. This can prevent more serious issues like weakened tooth roots, gingivitis, etc.

Yellowed, stained, or discolored teeth

  • For severely discolored or stained teeth, teeth whitening is not an effective solution.
  • Porcelain veneers not only quickly improve these imperfections, providing evenly colored, bright white teeth, but also prevent further staining.

Teeth with minor gaps

Gapped teeth do not hinder chewing but do reduce facial aesthetics. Additionally, if the gaps are not cleaned thoroughly, food can get trapped. Over time, this can cause bad breath and even serious oral diseases.

Worn enamel

  • Teeth grinding during sleep, acids from food and drinks, improper hygiene, consuming many dark-colored foods, etc., will cause teeth to become discolored, yellowed, and worn over time.
  • In this case, a porcelain veneer acts as a “protective cloak” for the tooth, preventing further damage.

However, to accurately determine if your dental condition is suitable for veneers, you should visit a reputable dental clinic for an examination and consultation with a dentist.

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When Not to Get Porcelain Veneers

Veneers should only be applied after an examination and with the recommendation of a dentist to avoid any negative outcomes. Some cases where veneers are not recommended include:

  • Periodontitis, gingivitis
  • Decayed teeth
  • Teeth that have had a root canal
  • Severely misaligned teeth. Major bite issues

The Porcelain Veneer Procedure at My Auris Dental Clinic

The entire veneer process at My Auris is typically completed in 2-3 appointments over 5-7 days. The details are as follows:

Step 1: Examination, General Health Check, and X-ray

  • The dentist will perform a general examination of your teeth to determine if they are suitable for veneers.
  • An X-ray is taken to accurately assess your oral health situation.
  • If you are a suitable candidate, the dentist will provide a detailed consultation on how your smile will change after the procedure.

Step 2: Selecting the Porcelain + Taking Impressions

  • Based on the examination and X-ray results, the dentist will recommend the most suitable porcelain type, color, and size. They will also design your smile so you can see the expected outcome.
  • Initial impressions are taken to create temporary teeth.

Step 3: Placing Temporary Teeth

  • A thin layer of the tooth is prepared, or no preparation is done. Final impressions are taken. Temporary veneers are then placed.
  • The color is matched, and the dentist will discuss and adjust the shape and color to be the most suitable.
  • The final veneers are tried on for you to feel. If you are not satisfied, the color and shape will be adjusted again.

Step 4: Bonding the Final Veneers

Once you approve, My Auris will permanently bond the veneers.

Step 5: Oral Care Instructions. The dentist schedules a follow-up appointment

  • After the veneer placement is complete, the dentist will perform a final check to ensure the best aesthetics and function.
  • A follow-up appointment is scheduled for one month later. This includes a cleaning, plaque removal, and polishing of the veneers.

How Do Porcelain Veneers Differ from Traditional Crowns?

Veneers and crowns are two solutions to fix yellowed, discolored, or chipped teeth. The following comparison table will help you easily distinguish the differences between these two methods:

  VENEERS CROWNS
DEFINITION A thin porcelain layer is applied to the outer surface of the tooth. A porcelain cap is used to cover the prepared natural tooth abutment.
MATERIAL Emax Porcelain, Lee Sapphire Porcelain. Non-metal Zirconia, titanium porcelain, Emax porcelain, metal porcelain, etc.
TECHNIQUE Prepares the tooth surface by 0.3mm without affecting the inner side of the tooth. Grinds the entire tooth by 0.6-2.5mm.
PROCEDURE TIME 4 days to complete a full set of 24 teeth. Approximately 1-2 weeks.
POTENTIAL COMPLICATIONS Very minimal preparation of the outer tooth surface. Maximum preservation of the natural tooth. Ensures the structure and lifespan of the real tooth. Significant grinding can cause tooth sensitivity. Additionally, if the dentist’s technique is not guaranteed, it can lead to issues like gingivitis, destruction of tooth structure, etc.
COST Higher cost than crowns. Many types of porcelain with different price points, suitable for various budgets.

My Auris Smart Dental

As a pioneer in porcelain dental services in Vietnam, My Auris adheres to the WTS Standard – a breakthrough in Cosmetic Dental Science. With a core philosophy of prioritizing ETHICS and DEDICATION, My Auris uses science to provide you with all procedures and treatments to deliver a satisfying smile and improve your quality of life.

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