DENTAL PLATES (VENEERS)

The entire process takes 1 to 2 weeks on average and is completed within 2 – 3 visits. All teeth must be treated and a dental hygienist must be visited prior to the application of the prosthesis. After the consultation, the dentist polishes the teeth, takes impressions, models additional veneers and cements them. The dentist shall agree on the colour and shape of the plates together with the patient to prevent them from standing out on the background of natural teeth.

In the event of veneers, the tooth is polished only slightly, in contrast to crowns.

Veneer covers the external surface of the tooth, partially the sides, and only slightly – the interior of the tooth. Ceramic plates are produced at the technical dental laboratory, which will later be fitted to the patient. If during the fitting, the plates are satisfactory to the patient and suit their teeth, the veneers are covered with glazing that will add shine to the ceramic. During the next visit, the veneers will be fixed to the teeth of the patient by using special dental veneer. The principal difference between lumineers and classical dental veneers lies in their thickness. Lumineers are two times thinner than regular plates, the manufacturing of lumineers does not require polishing of natural teeth, however, their use is limited by several factors.

After the application of dental veneers, the patient must proceed with regular teeth care. Dental plates do not protect the teeth from caries, therefore, it is important to carefully clean and floss your teeth. The average service life of dental veneers is 10 to 15 years. Then they are polished off and the teeth are repaired using new restorations.

Dental veneers are ceramic plates that cover the teeth and help improve the aesthetics of the teeth. Usually the front teeth are covered with dental veneers.

Two types of dental veneers are available – classical and “non-prep” dental veneers.

The average manufacturing time of dental plates is 1 to 2 weeks, which can be completed within 2 to 3 visits. The service life of veneers is approximately 10 – 15 years.