Porcelain Veneers
in Málaga
Smile Design with Porcelain Veneers
The porcelain veneers are the most exclusive dental aesthetic treatment in aesthetic dentistry. They are usually performed in two or three visits, as measurements must be taken and prepared in the laboratory, to then be cemented in the clinic by a specialized professional.
Since they are made with porcelain, their duration is longer and they do not become pigmented when consuming foods such as red wine, coffee, or when consuming tobacco. Similarly, proper care must be taken, and it is always advisable to attend a maintenance or review appointment annually.
Why choose Clínica Dra. Mariana Arocha?
The patient is part of the family, and we try to make them feel comfortable from the beginning, offering a variety of attentions and comforts, both for patients from Spain and from other latitudes.
The treatment does not end with the appointment, but a continuous follow-up is carried out to verify that the patient is satisfied, as well as to obtain their general assessment of the procedure and the care received.
PROFESSIONAL TEAM
Our team is made up of highly qualified specialists who always put all their effort and knowledge to achieve the best results in each patient.
PERSONALIZED TREATMENT
Our priority is you. Therefore, achieving the best results for our patients is our goal.
WE ARE COMMITTED TO QUALITY
We have fully equipped facilities, as well as quality materials that allow us to achieve the best results.
Steps to perform a smile design with porcelain veneers
Diagnosis and planning of porcelain veneer treatment
To perform a smile design with porcelain veneers, in the first visit, after evaluating the available and feasible options according to your current condition, once the patient chooses this treatment, the taking of impressions is carried out. Subsequently, they will be sent to the laboratory, where a waxing will be performed with the changes we want to make in the mouth, which will then serve for the mock-up. This waxing can be digital or physical, and would be printed in 3D, which would be what the patient tries on in the mouth.
Preparation of the porcelain veneer
In the second visit, the so-called mock-up test is performed, which is nothing more than a projection in the patient’s mouth of what their future porcelain veneers will be. Once the shape, function and harmony have been evaluated, the design must be approved by the dentist and by the patient, for the subsequent elaboration of the veneers in the laboratory.
At the end of this step, the surface of the tooth is prepared by remodeling the surface of the tooth to a thickness almost equivalent to that of the sheet that will be placed on the natural tooth. Then the final impression is taken, which will be sent to the laboratory for the final elaboration of the veneers. At this time, and depending on the carving that has been done on the tooth, the patient can go home with or without provisionals.
Cementation
Approximately two or three weeks after the previous consultation, the patient comes to the consultation for the final placement of the porcelain veneers. During the first part of the appointment, the dentist reviews the adapted fit and color of each veneer. Prior to cementation, a test is performed where the patient approves the new shape, size and color of their teeth, this being an essential step for the final cementation of the veneers.
Once the previous step has been completed, the tooth and the veneer are conditioned for definitive cementation, with a special cement that will allow it to adhere correctly and permanently to the natural tooth.
The final step consists of removing excess cement, checking the bite, and making the necessary adjustments. It is advisable to go to consultation two weeks later to check the condition of the gums and the placement of the veneers. In this appointment, new impressions are taken for the elaboration of a veneer protection splint, which is advisable to be used by the patient every night to avoid a fissure of the veneers due to involuntary movements.
Frequently asked questions about Porcelain veneers
What is the estimated duration of porcelain veneers?
For this type of dental veneers, with the correct care, they should last between twelve and fifteen years until they need to be replaced.
What is the biggest difference between porcelain veneers and composite veneers?
They are different materials. The porcelain veneers are made with ceramic and the composite veneers with composite resin. Their duration is longer, but so is their cost.
It is important to clarify that with both materials, naturalness and harmony can be achieved, and the choice is always in the hands of the patient, who will always have our informed opinion to make a decision.
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