Porcelain veneers-Ολοκεραμικά are overlays of special ceramic materials.

The porcelain veneers-Ολοκεραμικά of teeth it is essentially a thin ceramic shell (porcelain), which is placed in the front side of the tooth and usually used for masking discolorations, brighten teeth and improve your smile.

The material used is lithium disilicate, IPS e-max”, which is the most modern and with greater endurance. The porcelain veneers they are a relatively quick and painless solution in cases of teeth with dark color, and non-aesthetic shape. Several times it is not even required the use of anesthesia. Advantage compared to the classic hoops, as it is a much more conservative treatment.

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What is the procedure for porcelain veneers;

Initially, the dentist will take a imprint of the teeth to create a plaster figure of the. Over this will have to be designed your new smile (smile design) with a diagnostic wax up (mock up), and decide upon the desired shape of the teeth! At your next appointment removed a very thin layer of enamel (enamel), usually 0.5 millimeter, choose the desired color of the teeth and take a print of slightly τροχισμένων teeth, which is sent to our dental laboratory.

In a few days you'll have a brand-new, shiny smile!

The veneers are bonded to with a chemical way to προστομιακές surfaces of anterior teeth. The aspects considered necessary to upgrade the aesthetics of anterior teeth with dark color, with bad settlement (crooked teeth), teeth broken or other aesthetic problems.

Lifespan of veneers :

The duration of life is great. In general, though, to elongate the lifespan of recommended for those who :

avoid chewing hard foods such as.x. bone in meat, nuts, ice cubes etc.
to comply with the rules of oral hygiene

The procedure is the following :

1st visit :

Χρωματοληψία
Friday tooth
Download footprint of the τροχισμένου tooth
Construction of temporary sided

2nd visit :

Evaluation of the face
Welding of duplex
Leaving the office with a bright smile, and after 2 hours it is allowed to chewing

3rd visit :

Final assessment a week later

Advantages

Limited grinding tooth compared to the classic hoops
Durable solution
Excellent aesthetic solution
Resistance to staining

Disadvantages

Sensitive technique
Relatively expensive solution

Contraindicated the solution of the facades :

In patients who gnash or clench their teeth(unless you use a splint βρυγμού – night guard)
In patients with untreated gingivitis – periodontitis
In non-adequacy of dental tissues
To teeth problems, dental caries
In cases where there is not left of enamel due to wear or abrasion
In patients who have a habit of biting nail, pencil, and ice

Frequently asked Questions about Porcelain Veneers

1. What is the look porcelain ;

The look of porcelain is essentially a thin ceramic shell (porcelain), which is placed on the front side of the tooth. Porcelain veneers are usually used for masking discolorations, brighten teeth and enhance your smile.

2. How porcelain veneers can improve my smile?

Repair small defects and deficiencies of the teeth
Cover teeth that have been painted or have faded
Make changes to the color of teeth that have permanent stains
Closing the gaps between the teeth

3. How much life have porcelain veneers;

In most cases, porcelain veneers last several years, usually 10-15

4. In which cases, it is recommended that the placement of porcelain veneers;

Change color and shape of the teeth
For teeth very small, very large or teeth with grade-separated surfaces
Teeth that have been painted from taking tetracycline or injury
Patients who do not want to undergo orthodontic treatment

If you want an attractive and beautiful smile, and you want to look younger, porcelain veneers are the most appropriate. In case contraindicated due to weak teeth or grinding teeth, the dentist will recommend an alternative treatment.

5. What are the advantages of placing porcelain veneers ;

The advantages of placing porcelain veneers are mainly that :

anesthesia is not required
have excellent aesthetic results
it is transparent with a result to create the feeling of a natural tooth
have minimal to no absorption pigment

6. What are the disadvantages of placing porcelain veneers;

The usual disadvantages placement sided porcelain is :

the possible occurrence of a change of voice, for a short period of time
it is contraindicated in patients with bruxism
the high cost of the

7. The placement of porcelain veneers is it painful?

The process of placement of veneers is painless.

8. What should I watch out for after the placement of porcelain veneers;

After the installation, you will need :

to minimize the consumption of coffee, tea, tobacco, red wine and other substances that can cause spots on porcelain veneers, especially on the first 2 days after placement of the
to avoid chewing food in the first 2 hours after placing them, for the sake of proper welding
to brush often, your teeth at least 2 times a day
to use dental floss
to make use of a mouthwash that contains chlorhexidine and definitely
to avoid biting your nails, chewing ice, biting pencil, or other hard objects.

9. I can do whitening after placing porcelain veneers;

It would be good bleaching, prior of porcelain veneers, because the whitening does not whiten porcelain veneers, except the natural teeth.

10. How many visits are required for placing porcelain veneers;

Usually, for the placement of porcelain veneers required 3 visits to the dentist. Sometimes, for complex cases, required more.

11. Why to go with the placement of porcelain veneers in contrast with the resin veneers;

Porcelain veneers:

absorb minimum pigments
have excellent aesthetic results
have a decidedly longer life