COMPOSITE VENEERS TREATMENT AESTHETIC IMPROVEMENT

Composite veneers treatment aesthetic improvement

Composite veneers treatment aesthetic improvement

Introduction

Teeth primarily hold the facial bones in place. As we get older or lose teeth, the jawbone is less supportive and the face sinks, contributing to an ageing appearance. Maintaining a youthful smile becomes increasingly challenging. Luckily, today's cosmetic dentistry techniques enable more people to benefit from a more aesthetically pleasing smile. It is important to be aware of all available options when seeking advice.

Aesthetic Procedure: Limitation of Composite Veneers

Composite resin is the most commonly used 'white' filling material. It can be used for a wide range of applications, from fillings; to rebuilding small chips; to full veneers on front teeth. On the following pages, examples of all 3 will be shown. Composite fillings have been used successfully on front teeth for decades, and the technology has continually improved. Like all restorations, it is possible for a white filling to fail, and eventually require repair or replacement, but they can last many decades, or a lifetime. A more recent development has been the use of composite for full or partial veneers. The range of applications is very broad, and in the right hands can offer excellent, permanent results. Crooked teeth, discoloured teeth/fillings, and gaps are the most common cosmetic complaints where composite veneers can be applied. The method usually involves no need for any drilling of the teeth, and hence anaesthetic is rarely required. The dentist uses a range of available shades of plastic to ensure a great colour/shade match with the neighbouring teeth. And the beauty is most treatments can be completed in a single sitting. A review appointment is sometimes made for a few weeks later. As the teeth are not traumatised in the process, they are not weakened, and there is no chance of damaging the nerve. The treatment is wholly reversible, unless the underlying tooth has been modified for some reason. Also, should the dentist make a mistake with the colour/shape, both can be easily modified/redone at the review appointment. With laboratory made porcelain, this is more difficult, as the lab technician does not have the actual patient to work with.

Composite veneers treatment aesthetic improvement

Using veneers, for example, will give better lip and cheek support, fill out the top lip and enhance facial expression. This is rejuvenating in itself and having a youthful smile is something we all want. This improves the quality of life as well as addressing the dental and aesthetic needs. According to Dr Nalbandian, this conservative approach maintains and beautifies at the same time. There are several options available to improve the colour and shape of the teeth and the smile.

There are also many options available to remodel the shape, to close gaps and to improve the gum line. Dr Nalbandian recommends the One Visit Smile Lift, a procedure that normally requires no local anaesthetic and is painless. Composite veneers are applied and the procedure does not require cutting a sound tooth ...