Composite Veneers

What is Composite Veneers?

The teeth in the anterior region of the mouth are very important for the general appearance and smile profile of the person. Accordingly, the front teeth can cause aesthetic concerns in many cases. There are various alternative treatments that can be applied to correct the appearance of the front teeth and relieve the aesthetic concerns of the person. If appropriate conditions are provided for the individual, it may be possible to treat the problem with minimal restorations. Composite veneer lamina comes first among these minimal restoration applications.

Composite lamina, which is one of the most frequently applied aesthetic dentistry procedures today, is a restoration performed by using composite material compatible with natural tooth tissue in many respects to organize the front surface of the tooth. With the restoration work planned and applied individually, it is possible to treat aesthetic and functional problems due to tissue deficiencies in the tooth. In addition, changes can be made in the form, shape or color of the tooth.

Composite lamina is extremely resistant to the normal level of forces that teeth can face. With proper attention to the oral and dental care routine, composite veneers can be used safely for many years. On the other hand, composite veneers cannot tolerate higher than normal loads. Therefore, consuming very hard foods or nuts, which also pose a risk to normal teeth, can greatly shorten the life of composite veneers. In addition, habits such as nail biting, pen biting and teeth clenching can also cause damage to composite veneers.

Factors that can cause discoloration in natural teeth can also cause discoloration on the surface of composite lamina veneers. Therefore, oral and dental hygiene is very important after composite lamina treatment. One of the most important issues to be considered at this stage is that stains caused by external factors may not be removed by polish application. Therefore, after the treatment, the patient should avoid foods and beverages that may cause discoloration on the teeth.

In composite lamina treatment, a wide variety of colors can be used when choosing the color for the individual. Thus, composite laminae in the same tone as the person’s real tooth color can be obtained. Since a material with extremely high light transmittance is used in composite lamina treatment, it is possible to achieve a natural appearance.

Composite lamina treatment can be applied by preserving the patient’s healthy tooth tissue. In addition, it is considered an important advantage that it is a much lower cost procedure compared to prosthesis applications. The application can usually be performed without anesthesia. Because the patient does not feel any pain or ache during the application. In this respect, it can be stated that it is a comfortable and functional solution.

Composite lamina treatment can be applied by preserving the patient’s healthy tooth tissue. In addition, it is considered an important advantage that it is a much lower cost procedure compared to prosthesis applications. The application can usually be performed without anesthesia. Because the patient does not feel any pain or ache during the application. In this respect, it can be stated that it is a comfortable and functional solution.

How is Composite Veneering Performed?

Composite veneers or composite laminae can be prepared in the laboratory or applied directly in the clinical environment depending on the patient-specific treatment requirement. In the treatment phase, firstly, the need for regulation in the tissues targeted for treatment is determined. If deemed necessary, process steps such as abrasion or caries cleaning are completed. In cases where composite coatings will be prepared in the laboratory, measurements are taken from the patient and production is made according to the determined design.

When the restorations are ready, it is checked whether they are compatible with the teeth. The tooth surfaces are prepared and the treatment process is completed by bonding the laminates to the tooth surface. In cases of direct application, acid and a special bonding agent are applied to the surface of the tooth to ensure a connection with the composite material. Then, the required amount of composite is applied to the front surface of the tooth and arranged in accordance with the change planned for the patient. In the next step, a special beam is used to bond it to the tooth surface. The procedure is completed with a detailed polishing to ensure that it has a surface compatible with tooth tissues.

The teeth and gums of the patient who will undergo composite veneer treatment must be healthy. If necessary, different dentistry procedures such as scaling, root canal treatment or implant treatment may be applied before the composite veneer procedure.

Composite veneers are not suitable for people who have the habit of clenching or grinding their teeth. Because composite lamina veneers have a thin structure. They can crack and break due to intense pressure. In cases where abrasion will be performed within the scope of composite lamina treatment, the patient should be informed that the abrasion is irreversible. If the composite veneers break, fall or wear out, they can be replaced with new ones.

In the first 24 hours after the composite lamina is applied, the consumption of foods and beverages that may cause discoloration and staining of the teeth should be avoided. This is because composite veneers are not resistant to the colorants in the first 24 hours. It is extremely important to use toothpastes that do not contain abrasive substances when brushing teeth and to follow the dentist’s recommendations during normal tooth brushing and interface care.

What is the Lifespan of Composite Veneers?

Although the lifespan of composite veneers is between 5 and 7 years on average, this period can vary depending on many different factors. Factors such as the quality of the materials used during composite veneer treatment, how much attention the patient pays to the oral and dental care routine after treatment, and whether routine dentist checks are performed directly affect the life of composite veneers. The lifespan of composite veneers can be extended up to 10 to 15 years with proper care.

Who Can Have Composite Veneers?

Composite veneers are a functional and effective dental procedure that can be applied in many different situations. The composite lamina procedure, which can be applied to change the color or shape of the tooth, has no harm to the teeth. It does not harm the gums and oral tissues as well as the teeth. In this respect, some of the situations where composite laminates, which stand out as a functional cosmetic restoration, can be preferred can be listed as follows:

To treat minimal cracks on the front surface of the tooth
To treat tissue loss caused by certain levels of tooth fractures
To treat carious lesions when tissue loss is not severe and the lesion has not spread to the posterior surface of the tooth
In cases where only the front surface of the tooth is affected by the factors that cause wear on the teeth, to regulate aesthetics and eliminate the sensitivity problem
When it is desired to change the color of the teeth, using composite lamina in a lighter shade than the natural tooth color
To mask aesthetic problems caused by crowding without the need for application in healthy tissue in cases where there is minimal crowding in the teeth
In case of different tooth levels, extending the tooth length at a certain level in the teeth deemed necessary
If there is a gap between the teeth, it may be possible to benefit from composite lamina treatment depending on the width of the gap.

Composite Cladding Prices

As with all other dentistry procedures, it is not correct to talk about a clear figure for composite veneer prices. Because composite lamina prices may vary depending on many different factors. When determining composite veneer prices, first of all, it is evaluated how many teeth and which teeth will be applied.

The quality of the materials used directly affects the success of the results to be obtained, as well as the composite veneer prices. In addition to all these, the expertise of the dentist who will perform the treatment and the price policy of the clinic can be listed among the factors that affect composite veneer prices.