Dental aesthetics

Dental veneers are personalized thin sheets that cover the front part of the anterior teeth, their function is to improve the smile by correcting color, shape, size and position. They can be an alternative to orthodontics (slight changes) or even an aesthetic improvement after said treatment.

They are indicated in:
1. Fractured, small or short teeth.
2. Moderately crooked teeth.
3. Teeth with gaps (separation between teeth).
4. Worn by bruxism or erosion.
5. Discolored or stained teeth.

There are two types depending on the material used:

Composite veneers:

• Similar to a filling, they are made of aesthetic resins
• They are done by the dentist on site
• Direct placement on the tooth with little or no carving
• They solve minor aesthetic problems
• Easy installation and repair
• One or two visits required
• More economical
• They need some maintenance of color and polish as needed
• Before and after with composite veneers

Ceramic veneers

• Similar to a crown
• Manufactured in the laboratory
• Cemented on the tooth, they usually require more carving
• Solve more serious aesthetic problems
• hard to repair
• More visits
• More expensive
• More durable, better preserve color and shine
• Before and after with ceramic veneers

Tooth whitening is the application of a whitening agent on the tooth, being a simple and non-aggressive method. It is important to do it under the supervision of a professional since he has control of the material, avoiding damage to the tooth tissues.

Teeth whitening begins with color registration and making a custom tray to be used at home in combination with in-office whitening.

• In consultation, the protection of the patient’s lips, gums, tongue and eyes is started and then the bleaching agent (hydrogen peroxide 30-35%) is applied for about 10-15 minutes and 4-5 applications are made, it is activated in each application the bleaching agent with photoactive techniques such as diode lamps or UVA lamps, to finish the bleaching agent will be removed and a dental polishing will be done, insisting to the patient that in the subsequent 24 hours they should not eat acidic foods or foods that stain the teeth. teeth and no smoking. The results obtained after the treatment in consultation are immediate, it will be necessary to wait 15 days to repeat the application in consultation.
• In combination with the previously explained technique, at home it will be done to reinforce, by means of a personalized splint. Carbamide peroxide at 10% will be used, a drop the size of a grain of rice will be placed on the vestibular surface of each tooth and positioned in the mouth and well adapted against the teeth and left overnight if possible. Repeat the process at home for 3-4 weeks until you get the desired results.

Dental veneers are one of the treatments par excellence within dental aesthetics. With them we achieve an improvement in both the anatomy, color, texture and shape of our teeth.

We can distinguish between two types: composite veneers and porcelain or ceramic veneers. There are several differences between the two and it will be the dentist who advises the patient on which is the most appropriate depending on the case.

The price of both treatments, therefore, will also have its differences. It will be necessary to assess the work in the clinic, the type of material and the need for the intervention of the prosthesis laboratory, which will make the price of porcelain veneers higher.

Tooth whitening is a treatment that improves aesthetics. The cost of teeth whitening will depend, therefore, on the type of treatment that we follow. To achieve a whiter color in our teeth there are several treatment options, both clinical and home.

The technique that is carried out exclusively at home is the simplest, since the gel or whitening substance is applied to a splint or cover in the shape of our teeth and is left to act for a number of hours. Hence, it is the cheapest option, since it is the simplest.

On the other hand, the techniques that are started in the clinic should be continued later at home. The first application will be carried out together with a photoactivation lamp, which will be completed with applications in a splint at home, to reinforce and maintain the whitening effect.

At this point we can distinguish between doing it with a conventional lamp or with the best option on the market, which we have available at Gross Dentistas. Philips Zoom whitening uses LED light technology to deliver the best results in the shortest possible time. In addition, with Philips Zoom it is possible to regulate the intensity of the light, making the treatment even more personalized according to the needs of the patient. This option also allows dental sensitivity after treatment to be practically non-existent.