I Never Expected Such a Big Difference! Correcting Malocclusion with Laminates [+Treatment Case Included]

Hello.

I am Ahn Young-seok, the chief director of Make Dental Clinic.

Doctor, honestly, I was a little afraid to smile.

Even when talking with people or taking photos,

I had gotten used to always covering my mouth.

This is what the patient in the treatment room

shared with me for the first time.

Malocclusion is more than just crooked teeth;

for some people, it can become a concern that makes even

the most natural part of everyday life—

'smiling'—feel difficult.

In particular, prominent canines, misaligned teeth,

gaps between teeth,

or slightly protruding front teeth can cause not only

appearance-related stress, but sometimes functional discomfort as well,

such as unclear pronunciation or food frequently getting stuck.

Simple teeth whitening or orthodontics is not enough;

designing your own natural beauty.

Because of this, many people lose confidence in social settings,

miss precious moments when they should be smiling brightly,

and carry lingering disappointment deep in their hearts.

The patient who came to Make Dental Clinic this time

had also struggled with these concerns for a long time,

and finally decided no longer to hide their smile

and bravely took the first step toward change.

I want to smile brightly, but

when I smile wide, my teeth stand out too much,

and I kept worrying that people might look at them...

I was so conscious of those eyes.

The first consultation is a valuable time to hear the patient's life story.

We do not simply improve the shape of the teeth;

based on a deep understanding of how those teeth can positively

affect a person's life and happiness, and what kind of

smile the patient ultimately wants to regain,

we create the treatment plan.

At Make Dental Clinic, laminates are not about removing;

they are a process of adding beauty.

1. After listening carefully, we began a full precision diagnosis.

This patient was assessed as someone who could be sufficiently improved

through malocclusion laminates,

so we used a 3D Face & Oral scan system to precisely analyze the current

condition and facial skeletal structure.

RAYFace 3D scanning was used to analyze facial contours and

smile movements,

and 3Shape Trios 5 was used to digitally capture the teeth, gums,

and occlusion state in detail.

All of the data collected in this way was integrated into the

Dental CAD system,

which not only allows us to accurately analyze issues with alignment and shape,

but also to visually and precisely reproduce the post-treatment form,

texture, and color.

The patient also clearly understood their condition

and, through the 3D smile preview,

was able to see in advance how their smile would change after the procedure,

showing high satisfaction and anticipation.

2. Based on the precision diagnosis and 3D smile preview results,

we developed the treatment plan together.

The patient considered naturalness to be the most important factor,

along with improving alignment.

I actively reflected those opinions,

planned a design that considered the overall harmony of the face,

and carefully adjusted even the smallest details while selecting the color and shape together.

In addition, when tooth contouring is needed,

rather than using the vague expression 'minimal reduction,'

we precisely calculate the amount of reduction in 0.001 mm units

and explain it clearly.

This is a process that reduces the anxiety many people have about the amount of reduction,

and once again clearly shows our principle that if a no-prep option is possible,

we will always proceed without reduction.

3. Fortunately, the symptoms were mild, so malocclusion laminates alone were enough to achieve both aesthetic improvement and harmony in tooth alignment.

However, if the diagnosis shows that excessive reduction is needed beyond the enamel and into the dentin,

we never recommend forcing the procedure.

We always place the preservation of natural teeth first.

In such cases, through close collaboration with the orthodontic director,

we first perform pre-orthodontic treatment to correct the alignment,

and then use malocclusion laminates only to supplement the aesthetic aspects

such as color, size, and shape.

This is because we believe that protecting long-term dental health is the true treatment.

No-prep/minimal-prep laminates,

Make Dental Clinic's philosophy for protecting your precious natural teeth.

4. After completing the thorough diagnosis and treatment planning,

we moved on to the actual procedure stage.

Using digital dentistry technology and

high-quality glass ceramic materials,

we create customized malocclusion laminate veneers tailored to each individual.

We also use a shade matching solution system

to achieve a color that blends naturally with the surrounding teeth,

and do our best to complete a customized smile.

All of these processes are carried out as one team,

centered on me as the chief director with extensive experience in front tooth treatment,

together with the orthodontic director, dental technicians, and dental hygienists.

Thanks to this, the entire procedure is carried out in a systematic and precise manner.

Before treatment (25.09.11) / After treatment (25.09.23)

These photos are included with the patient's consent,

and side effects may occur depending on the individual,

so please receive treatment after consulting with the attending medical staff.

5. Once everything was finished, the patient carefully looked into the mirror.

"They really look like my teeth!

I never expected them to look this natural."

they said, smiling brightly again and again.

The crooked front teeth

changed into a neat and ideal shape,

and the overall tooth line harmonized perfectly

with the face.

It was a moment that made us realize how much a person's impression

can change positively even with a subtle change in the teeth.

The hesitant look they had when first entering the treatment room disappeared,

and seeing the patient truly satisfied and smiling broadly

was also a great source of fulfillment and joy for our medical team.

In this way, malocclusion laminates are a treatment that brings positive changes

and new vitality to a patient's life.

Under the slogan "MAKE YOUR MOMENT,

MAKE DENTAL CLINIC," Make Dental Clinic helps you create

precious moments of confidence.

A beautiful smile is one of the most precious gifts,

leading directly to vitality and confidence in daily life.

Make Dental Clinic offers late-night treatment on Tuesdays and Thursdays

for those with busy schedules.

Have you been hiding your smile for a long time,

and are you still only worrying about it?

If you have lost confidence because of various dental issues,

please consider coming to Make Dental Clinic for a consultation about

malocclusion laminates.

I will listen to your honest story,

design your smile together with you,

and repay you with results that exceed your expectations.

For your shining 'moment,'

Make Dental Clinic will be with you from start to finish with sincere care.

Thank you.

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