Veneers

The main and frequently used option is indirect veneers, which are made in a dental laboratory according to the patient’s impressions. They are made of ceramics, have high strength, wear resistance, and have good aesthetic qualities. For manufacturing indirect veneers, the following materials are used:

• German-made E-max ceramics - the best option available on the market, which lasts up to 25-30 years;
• ceramic composite materials - the combination of ceramics and filling polymers makes the production of linings cheaper while maintaining good strength and aesthetic properties;
• Zirconium dioxide is a durable, but less aesthetic material that is suitable for the restoration of posterior teeth.

The second option is direct (composite) veneers, the cost of which is much lower. They are made from photopolymer filling materials. This restoration will require one visit to the dentist. Composite veneers are less aesthetic and durable and require regular polishing and periodic replacement.

For a dazzling smile at an affordable price, anterior veneers can be made from high-quality ceramics, and zirconia onlays or direct restorations for occlusal surfaces.

Despite the great desire of the patient to get a Hollywood smile, this type of dental restoration is not suitable for everyone. Absolute contraindications include:

• bruxism - involuntary grinding of teeth, especially at night;
• missing one or more chewing teeth
• removed nerves in teeth requiring restoration;
• severely damaged or decayed teeth that cannot be restored with ceramic onlays;
• malocclusion and other orthodontic problems;
• the presence of large fillings.

It will not work to put veneers on teeth if a person has caries, gingivitis, periodontitis, and other acute dental diseases. First, you need to undergo full treatment with a dentist-therapist to achieve oral sanitation. If this is not done, dental tissue can be destroyed under the onlays.

The most important advantage that justifies the cost of veneers in Kyiv is an excellent aesthetic result. After the onlays are installed, patients enjoy a perfect smile and white teeth for many years. Using multi-layer ceramics and the creative work of dental technicians help create the most natural restoration effect possible.

In addition to the cosmetic result, veneers have several other advantages:

• service life from 10 to 30 years with proper care;
• strength and wear resistance of tissues, no grinding of cutting surfaces of the tooth;
• slow formation of plaque;
• resistance to food coloring pigments, preservation of the original color during the entire service life;
• an even dentition that “rejuvenates” the appearance and creates support for the soft tissues of the face;
• hypoallergenic and biocompatible materials used.

In dentistry, veneers are recognized as the most comfortable, popular, and effective way to correct smile defects. However, no one treatment method is 100% perfect. Before deciding to put veneers, the patient should know the following nuances:

• grinding the enamel before attaching the onlays is an irreversible process, so in the future, it will not be possible to remove the veneers;
• the need to correct food habits - veneers are quite fragile, therefore, you will have to refuse from gnawing nuts, ice, and other solid products;
• the importance of choosing a competent doctor and clinic, since unprofessionally installed veneers, are fraught with irreversible damage to the teeth and other problems.

Are veneers harmful?

This is the second most popular request from patients after the question of how much veneers cost. The harm of ceramic onlays is a myth because with proper preparation and installation, they are not able to spoil the teeth. Tooth decay occurs because of caries and trauma, and on the contrary, onlays prevent negative external influences on the tissues.

The length and complexity of the procedure depend on the selected installation method. If the patient requires the creation of a straight composite onlay, the dentist performs the manipulation in one step, if there are no contraindications. Polymeric materials are applied layer-by-layer to the defective tooth and polished to create an aesthetic shape.

Creating aesthetic indirect ceramic onlays comprises the following steps:

1. Examination of the oral cavity and obtaining computer 3D images to simulate a future smile, selection of the desired color, and appearance of veneers.
2. Grinding teeth to the chosen shape and setting temporary plastic onlays, with which you will need to walk before making veneers.
3. Removal of temporary overlays, fitting, and bonding of finished veneers with composite cement.

3-4 weeks pass from the first consultation to the final result. In standard cases, only 2 visits to the dentist are required.

Can I not grind my teeth?

Most patients require teeth grinding to create a framework for future veneers. Dentists use modern instrumentation to remove the top thin layer of enamel without damaging other tooth tissues. The procedure is completely painless under local anesthesia.

Grinding of teeth can be dispensed with if the patient has small teeth with wide interdental spaces, or there are defects in the enamel. In this case, preparation takes less time, and the installation process is no different from the usual protocol.

The final cost of a veneer restoration depends on many factors:

• method of making and installing overlays;
• selected material;
• the number of teeth to be restored;
• the need for preliminary sanitation of the oral cavity;
• the professionalism of the dentist.

The cost of dental veneers will be announced after the doctor’s appointment, discussion with the patient of the expected results of the restoration, and the choice of the best way to achieve a beautiful smile.

Dental plaque practically does not adhere to ceramic veneers, so many patients begin to treat daily hygiene and dental care superficially. Dentists warn that regular tooth brushing should not be ignored, since veneers only cover the front surface, and plaque and bacteria still accumulate in hard-to-reach places.

Considering the rather high prices of dental veneers, it is in the patient’s best interest to follow all the recommendations of the specialist so that the onlays last as long as possible. Basic rules after dental restoration:

• brush your teeth twice a day with non-abrasive pastes
• use an irrigator for better removal of food debris;
• use classic soft toothbrushes instead of electric and ultrasonic ones;
• protect teeth from blows, heavy chewing load;
• visit the dentist 2 times a year for professional teeth cleaning and routine check-ups.

You need to treat veneers as carefully as you treat your teeth. Good hygiene helps to prolong the life of the onlay and prevents future dental problems.

To calculate the exact price and make veneers in Kyiv, come for a consultation with our experienced specialists. Dentists will conduct an initial examination, determine the medical and aesthetic indications for restoration and suggest the best way to create a Hollywood smile.

An appointment with a doctor is made by phone or through an application in the feedback form on this page.

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