Cosmetic Dentistry in Levallois-Perret

Facets

Dental veneers are a technique that involves applying thin layers of ceramic to the teeth in order to modify various aspects considered unattractive by the patient, such as the shade, shape, and arrangement. This is an easy aesthetic solution that can restore a beautiful smile.

They can help restore whiteness and radiance to a smile, improve alignment (crowning, differences in height, filling gaps), modify shape and appearance (pointed, chipped, broken teeth, too short), or even conceal unsightly gaps on discolored teeth.

The placement of veneers generally requires at least two appointments: one for their preparation and the other for their placement. During the preparation of the teeth, a thin layer of enamel is sometimes removed from the tooth; however, this is not always necessary and the technique generally remains minimally invasive. Between the two appointments, the patient leaves with temporary veneers that allow them to wait for the manufacture of their final veneers, which are made by the prosthodontist. Finally, during the second appointment, the final veneers are tried on and then bonded using a strict protocol.

Pre-consultations for these two appointments allow the dentist to review the patient’s situation and complete a photo report (sent to the patient by email), from which a virtual aesthetic project can be created. This allows the patient to visualize the final result before starting treatment. This mock-up will be tried on the patient’s mouth in the office to be validated before starting any treatment.

The veneers have many advantages: they offer a very natural appearance, they are biocompatible, they are a perfect alternative to some more complex treatments (orthodontics, crowns, for example), they are a painless technique, quick to implement, and not subject to premature aging over time (as is the case with composite resins).

They are contraindicated if the patient has poor oral hygiene or suffers from severe bruxism, or if the affected teeth or the surrounding gums are suffering from an infection (which will then need to be treated before starting treatment).

The average lifespan of ceramic veneers is between 10 and 20 years (compared to 2 to 5 years for composite veneers).