Porcelain laminate or porcelain veneer is the process of applying thin porcelain layers that will cover the front surfaces of the teeth to the tooth surface.
Porcelain laminates are generally prepared with a thickness of 0.5-0.6 mm and the main purpose of this application is to increase the aesthetic properties of the teeth.
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Porcelain laminates are generally used in;
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Arrangement of broken teeth,
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Obtaining a whiter smile with discolored teeth,
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Arranging crooked teeth,
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Transforming worn and deformed teeth with their edges into their normal forms. ,
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Enlarging small teeth, closing gaps,
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Regulating the forms of worn and lost teeth.
Application of Porcelain Lamina:
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Since porcelain laminates cover the front surface of the tooth, an enamel tissue equal to the thickness of the porcelain lamina forms on the front of the tooth. It is abraded from its surface.
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An impression is prepared that includes the abraded teeth, adjacent teeth and surrounding tissues.
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This impression is taken for the patient's A copy of the prepared teeth and surrounding tissues is sent to the laboratory where porcelain laminate production will be made.
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During the waiting period during porcelain lamina production (usually takes between 5 and 7 days) A temporary laminate is prepared on the prepared tooth to protect the tooth.
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The porcelain laminate prepared at the appointment is adhered to the tooth with a special dental adhesive.
Advantages of Porcelain Lamina:
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The appearance after treatment is very natural
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It is very easy to apply. , does not require any surgical procedure
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The adaptation period is very short
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They never lose their color and brightness
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Correctly applied porcelain laminates can be used without any problems for at least 10 years
In summary;
At the end of the porcelain laminate treatment procedure, the appearance obtained is natural, healthy and highly aesthetic. It is a form of treatment that provides excellent results for both the patient and the physician.
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