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Veneers & Laminates

What are the Veneers & Laminates?

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Veneers (also referred to as dental laminates) are wafer-thin shells made out of dental ceramic that is bonded onto the front surface of the teeth.

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What are they used for?

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The primary function of veneers is improving the appearance of teeth. You can think of placing one as a way of resurfacing a tooth. They are the major component in smile designing and smile line correction.

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How do they work?

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  • The way porcelain laminates are attached to teeth is really just an extension of the science of tooth bonding.

  • The net result is one where the bonding acts as a layer of cement sandwiched between the veneer and its tooth, thus anchoring the restoration firmly in place.

What advantages do veneers offer?

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As we detail below, there are three characteristics that make veneers & laminates especially unique. They are:

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  • Placing veneers is a relatively conservative process: As compared to placing dental crowns, much less tooth trimming is required.

  • The way they handle light is similar to natural teeth: When taken advantage of, this property can result in laminates that give an exceedingly life-like appearance. And one unsurpassed by any other type of dental restoration.

  • Offer superior stain resistance: Due to their smooth ceramic surface.

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