Porcelain Laminate

This method minimizes the loss of healthy tooth tissue by thinning only the front surface of the teeth by 0.3-0.7 mm. Porcelain laminate teeth are bonded to the thinned area.

In What Situations Is It Used?

• Severely discolored teeth
• Diastema closure (separate teeth joining)
• Teeth with deformed shape and structure
• Broken or worn teeth
• Correction of mild irregularities

In What Cases Is It Not Used?

• If teeth have very large fillings, laminate veneers may not provide adequate adhesion. E-max or zirconium crowns are preferred.
• If there is excessive gum recession, this should be treated first.
• If you grind or clench your teeth, your veneers may break. Therefore, a night guard or a more durable material (e.g., zirconium) should be used.
• If there is severe crowding, it must first be corrected orthodontically.
• In cases where the tooth enamel is worn down or very thin, the bonding strength of the laminate decreases because it is bonded to the enamel tissue. Due to their thin structure, veneers may not fully cover the color of heavily discolored teeth. Alternatively, e-max crowns may be an option.