Para dientes con imperfecciones que no pueden abordarse con procedimientos de blanqueamiento dental, pero que no son tan defectuosos como para requerir coronas de cobertura total, las carillas dentales pueden proporcionar las mejoras cosméticas deseadas.
Las carillas dentales son revestimientos fabricados a medida que ofrecen una forma conservadora y agradable desde el punto de vista cosmético de mejorar la apariencia de los dientes que están astillados, con aberturas, desgastados, ligeramente torcidos, deformes o con manchas oscuras. Con carillas dentales, el color, la forma, el tamaño y la longitud de los dientes pueden cambiarse para mejor. Unido a las superficies frontales de los dientes, las carillas se pueden utilizar para mejorar la apariencia de un solo diente o múltiples dientes anteriores.
Los dos tipos más comunes de carillas son las carillas de porcelana, que también se conocen como laminados de porcelana y las carillas de composite. Si bien las carillas de porcelana son la opción más comúnmente ofrecida en el cuidado, las carillas compuestas también pueden lograr excelentes resultados. Comenzando con una consulta de cambio de sonrisa y una evaluación integral de la salud oral de un paciente, así como una discusión de los objetivos cosméticos, el dentista determinará un plan de tratamiento para lograr el resultado más agradable de la atención.
Las carillas de porcelana son revestimientos ultrafinos que se fabrican a medida del grado más alto de cerámica dental y ofrecen los siguientes beneficios:
Cuando carillas de composite directas son los seleccionados método de cuidado, el dentista aplica tonos cuidadosamente seleccionados de resinas compuestas de color de diente a los frentes de los dientes involucrados. Cuando se coloca la resina compuesta, se meticulosamente esculpa para crear la forma, la longitud y la forma general deseadas de cada diente. Cada capa de compuesto aplicado se cura luego con una luz especial, y se colocan capas adicionales de material compuesto según sea necesario para lograr un resultado estéticamente agradable y funcional. Una vez que el resultado final esté completamente establecido, el dentista suavizará y pulirá las carillas de composite directo hasta obtener un acabado naturalmente brillante.
Mientras que las carillas compuestas frecuentemente ofrecen las ventajas de ser un procedimiento de visita única, fácil de reparar y una alternativa económica a las carillas de porcelana, no son tan fuertes o resistentes a las manchas y al desgaste como las cerámicas dentales. Sin embargo, al evitar ciertas elecciones y hábitos dietéticos, practicar una buena higiene bucal y recibir atención dental de rutina, las carillas de composite directo pueden ofrecer una mejora cosmética eficaz y duradera.
Determining if a veneer is suitable or a full-coverage crown is required depends on the extent of the tooth's defects and the remaining amount of healthy tooth structure. For teeth with imperfections that cannot be remedied with a teeth whitening procedure, dental veneers often provide the desired cosmetic improvements. However, a significantly undersized, misshapen, chipped, or darkly stained tooth usually requires a full coverage crown.
Porcelain veneers are fabricated from the highest grade of dental ceramics, which reflect light in much the same way as the enamel of natural teeth. In addition to this feature, dental porcelain is resistant to stains and discolorations, keeping your smile white and vibrant for years to come.
Porcelain veneers are ultra-thin customized facings that become strong and durable once bonded to the underlying teeth. With proper hygiene and routine dental care, veneers provide a cosmetic solution that not only looks and feels completely natural but is also long lasting.
However, just as harmful oral habits can affect your natural teeth, they can also cause damage to your veneers. To prevent chipping, cracking, or dislodging a veneer, avoid nail biting, chewing on hard candies, ice, pens, or pencils, and opening bottles or other objects with your teeth. Also, remember to protect your smile on the playing field by wearing a properly fitted sports mouthguard.
Tooth grinding or bruxism is another important consideration in care. If you clench or grind your teeth, you may need to wear a night guard to help protect your new smile or discuss other options with our office.
As versatile as they are beautiful, dental veneers can be applied to a single tooth in need of cosmetic improvement or multiple front teeth to dramatically improve the look of your smile. Whatever the case may be, dental veneers provide highly satisfying results to create a smile; you'll feel confident sharing with the world.
Among the many benefits offered by dental veneers is their ability to mask a range of imperfections at once. In addition to covering stains or discolorations on the front surface of a tooth, the size and shape of a veneer can also be customize to improve the tooth's contours and dimensions. At the same time veneers create a whiter and more vibrant smile; they can also lengthen or widen a tooth, close minor gaps, and address other minor alignment issues.
The two most common types of veneers are porcelain veneers, also known as porcelain laminates, and composite veneers. Although porcelain veneers are the most commonly offered option in care, composite veneers fabricated directly on the tooth can also achieve excellent results. You may have also heard the term no-prep veneer. It refers to a type of porcelain veneer that requires little to no preparation of the underlying dental enamel. At your consultation visit, we'll discuss your best options in care.
Once they're in place, your veneers are also easy to care for and maintain. Simply by brushing, flossing, and visiting our office for periodic checkups, you can successfully protect and preserve your new and beautiful smile.
Although certain procedures that are considered cosmetic may not be covered by dental insurance, veneers remain a worthwhile investment in your smile. Based on the unique considerations of each case, we develop treatment plans that consider specific dental needs, cosmetic goals, and budget. Our experienced and friendly office staff can address all your insurance questions and review various payment and financing options.
At the office of North Broad Family Dental & Orthodontics, we value patient input and pay close attention to your treatment goals, concerns, and expectations in care. When it comes to cosmetic dentistry, we recognize that every smile is unique and never take a “one size fits all” approach to care. We utilize the most advanced diagnostic technology and treatment methods to assess your smile and to design your porcelain veneers for a precise fit and optimal aesthetics.
As experienced providers of care, we provide highly personalized treatment, combining state-of-the-art technology with an artistic touch to produce long-lasting and aesthetically pleasing results of care.
