When it comes to altering your smile for the better, you will undoubtedly have looked online to find a solution for your dental woes.
And if you are like the majority of dental patients, these issues will typically include unhappiness relating to discolouration of the teeth or spacing issues, which you feel are too minor to be resolved with orthodontic treatment.
Thankfully, there is an option that can resolve all of these issues simply and effectively known as porcelain laminates. Laminates are in essence thin porcelain shells, which can be attached to the front of your teeth and held in place with dental cement. They can instantly whiten your smile, conceal cracks and be shaped to be slightly wider than your teeth to hide any small gaps.
At DRMR, we are professionals at fitting laminates or veneers London and are always happy to discuss this treatment with our patients who may be looking to improve their smile quickly in time for an event such as a wedding, graduation or promotion.
But before you rush off to book your appointment with our team, you will likely have some questions about veneers London. In this article, we have answered some of the most common queries that we received about this treatment option at our surgery.
Who is suitable for laminates?
If you have good overall dental health, do not have signs of gum disease or tooth decay and are over the age of 18 years old, you will likely be suitable for veneers London. Also, you may be more likely to chase this option if you have sensitive teeth and are looking for a way to whiten your smile without using the traditional bleaching methods, which can heighten dental sensitivity.
How long does the fitting take?
Fitting laminates is a fairly quick process but will vary in length depending on how many are being fitted. If you are having 6 laminates fitted, you can expect the procedure to take up to an hour. For more laminates, it will take longer, but our team will be able to provide you with a better estimate of the fitting time when you come to us for an assessment.
Is the fitting uncomfortable?
As there are no needles involved and we do not remove any significant part of the tooth, the fitting of porcelain laminates should not be uncomfortable!
We will need to lightly sand the front of the teeth to provide a better grip for the porcelain cement but otherwise, the process is straightforward and should not be uncomfortable.
Are they expensive?
We are aware that money does not grow on trees, and at DRMR, we are always happy to discuss financing options for porcelain laminates with our patients. To spread the cost of this treatment into affordable monthly repayments, just ask our team for more details.
Are there upper age limits on them?
No, there are no age limits on having porcelain laminates fitted. As long as you have healthy teeth and gums, you can have porcelain laminates fitted even at the age of 70 if you wish.
