* My sharp canine teeth were all gone after laminate veneers treatment at Hus’hu Dental Clinic. Thank you! -Elaine, 26 yrs old, exchange student
* I really like my all-new beautiful front teeth. -Brian, 31 yrs old, English teacher
* Laminate works perfectly with teeth whitening treatment at Hus’hu Dental Clinic. -Grace, 29 yrs old, marketing agent
What is Cosmetic Dentistry?
Cosmetic dentistry is a type of dental treatments used to restore a person’s teeth that are discolored, damaged, broken or abnormal, and the shape of gums in order to improve the functions as well as the appearance of smile line. Although laminate veneers and all-ceramic crowns are one of the most representative and popular treatments in cosmetic dentistry, you must choose the treatment most appropriate for your dental condition.
Laminate veneer, a restorative material made of thin porcelain, is placed over a tooth surface to improve the esthetics or to protect a damaged tooth surface. All-ceramic crown, translucent porcelain similar to natural tooth, is used to completely cap or encircle a tooth whose damaged area is too large to cover with a laminate veneer.
Cosmetic dentistry is ideal for those who have:
- Gap between teeth
- Broken or chipped teeth
- Stained or discolored teeth
- Microdontia, abnormal or conical teeth
- Dental caries
Laminate Veneers
1. Features and Advantages
Laminate veneers cost less than crowns. Usually painless procedure does not require anesthesia. The entire treatment process is done in approximately 5 days with only 2 visits to the clinic. Patients can preserve their natural tooth structure as much as possible since the amount of tooth reduction is minimal. The material for laminate veneers is translucent as of natural teeth, and more durable and stronger than resin.
* Hus’hu analyzes teeth shape and color, ratio between neighboring teeth, and the facial shape and gum before placing veneers to the teeth. Hus’hu also recommends getting whitening treatment before laminate treatment if the teeth are severely stained or discolored for the best outcome. *
2. Post-Care
- Correct brushing and regular scaling are needed to maintain your dental health.
- Avoid biting or chewing solid or hard food.
- Be careful of external shock to avoid damaging teeth.
- Regular dental exam is needed.
- Avoid drinking hot and cold drink for the first 24 hours after treatment.
All-Ceramic Crown
1. Features and Advantages
With porcelain fused to metal crowns, there has to be opaque layer put over the metal which makes it impossible to mimic the translucency of natural teeth. In contrast, all-ceramic crowns, made of high-strength porcelain, can perfectly match the translucency of natural teeth. That is why all-ceramic crowns are the most appropriate choice for front teeth and the best possible choice for those who are allergic to metals. All-ceramic crown also requires only 2~3 visits to the clinic for the completion of procedure. It is more durable and last longer than resin.
* For those who wish for semi-permanent crown over esthetic aspect, porcelain fused to metal crowns are recommended. *
2. Post-Care
- Be careful of external shock to avoid damaging crowns.
- Regular dental exam is needed.
Cosmetic dentistry has soared in popularity due to a combination of new technology, advanced materials, improved procedures, and increased acceptance. A perfect smile has never been easier to obtain.So if you want a beautiful smile cosmetic dentistry is good treatment.
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