Porcelain veneer is a dental restoration method that has a natural tooth appearance and is applied to cover the front surface of teeth for aesthetic and functional reasons. These veneers, which completely cover the surface of the tooth, both improve the aesthetic appearance and protect damaged and weakened teeth.
Porcelain veneers are prepared to match natural teeth in terms of color and form. They can be produced as metal-supported or completely ceramic (metal-free). This application, which is especially preferred for front teeth, helps the person have a more uniform, white and symmetrical smile.
At İşman Dental, porcelain veneers are designed specifically for each individual, prepared with digital technologies and applied in an integrated manner with aesthetic smile design.
Who is Porcelain Veneer Suitable For?
Porcelain veneers are generally suitable for patients with discolored, deformed, excessively worn, broken or large fillings on their teeth. They also provide an aesthetic alternative for individuals who do not want to receive braces or who have crooked or spaced front teeth.
Anyone who is not satisfied with their smile and wants to have whiter, more regular and healthier looking teeth can have porcelain veneers. However, before the application, the gums must be healthy and there must be no decayed or infected teeth. After the necessary preliminary treatments are completed, porcelain veneers can be easily applied.
How is Porcelain Veneer Made?
Inspection and Planning
First, the patient’s expectations are listened to, the tooth structure and gums are evaluated. Analysis is made in terms of smile design. The closure of the teeth, facial symmetry and lip structure are also taken into account in this planning. The 3D design process is initiated by taking measurements with digital photographs and intraoral scans.
Preparation of Teeth
A minimal amount of abrasion is made on the surface of the teeth to be covered. This procedure is performed under local anesthesia and is painless. The aim is to ensure that the covering fits in harmony with the natural structure of the tooth.
Temporary Coating Application
Temporary veneers are applied to protect the teeth while the permanent porcelain veneer is being prepared. In this way, the transition process is comfortable in terms of both aesthetics and function.
Attaching the Permanent Veneer
Prepared porcelain veneers are evaluated in terms of aesthetics and function. When deemed compatible, they are permanently fixed with special dental adhesives. Their compatibility with the gums, chewing efficiency and aesthetic appearance are checked in detail.
What are the advantages of porcelain veneers?
Porcelain veneers are one of the applications that provide the closest aesthetic appearance to natural teeth. Thanks to their light permeability, a matte appearance is not formed, providing natural shine. One-to-one harmony can be achieved in tooth color, thus aesthetic results are more satisfactory.
Thanks to their durable structure, they also support chewing functions. Metal-supported porcelains are especially suitable for long-term use on back teeth. They are also resistant to color change and can maintain their first-day appearance for years with proper oral care.
How Long Does Porcelain Veneer Last?
The porcelain veneer process can usually be completed in 2 to 3 sessions. The first session includes examination, measurement and tooth preparation. The second session includes rehearsals, and the final session fixes the veneer. The total duration is usually 7–10 days. This period may be longer depending on the number of teeth and additional procedures included in the treatment.
At İşman Dental, the process is planned according to the patient’s pace of life and the treatment is progressed comfortably at every stage.
What Should Be Considered After Porcelain Veneer?
There is no special maintenance routine required after porcelain veneers, but paying attention to oral hygiene is critical to the life of the veneer. Brushing your teeth at least twice a day, using dental floss and rinsing your mouth are recommended. It is recommended to avoid extremely hot and cold foods and very hard foods in the first few days.
For patients who have a habit of grinding their teeth at night, the use of a protective night plate may be recommended. In addition, special attention should be paid to cleaning the edge areas of the veneer. In İşman Dental, the patient is followed up with regular check-ups during the post-treatment process.
Are There Any Disadvantages or Risks to Porcelain Veneers?
Porcelain veneers are generally safe and long-lasting. However, since it is a process that requires cutting teeth, it is an irreversible treatment method after application. In addition, breaking very hard foods with teeth or teeth clenching habits can cause cracks or breaks in porcelain over time. In order to prevent such situations, the doctor’s recommendations should be followed carefully.
In metal-supported porcelains, gray reflections may occur at the gum line over time. However, this risk is eliminated in completely ceramic (metal-free) porcelains.
Porcelain Coating Prices
Porcelain veneer prices vary depending on the number of teeth to be covered, the type of porcelain to be used (metal-supported or metal-free), the presence of additional processes, and laboratory quality. In addition, the aesthetic planning to be made, digital smile design, and the technology used may also have an impact on the cost.
At İşman Dental, a clear price is determined for each patient after a detailed examination and aesthetic planning. Prices are shared with the patient transparently, and there are no surprise costs throughout the process.