Choosing a Dental Clinic for Laminates? Read This If You’re 고민된다면.

"My gapped front teeth are such a big complex"

"Why are laminate prices all different?"

"Can I just get it done at a neighborhood dental clinic?"

Laminates are a procedure that involves partially shaving down natural teeth before treatment. Because this is a procedure that creates the shape of artificial teeth after partially reducing the natural tooth structure, the current condition of the teeth must be fully considered before deciding whether to proceed.

That is why many people are looking for a dental clinic for laminates, but if too much of the patient’s tooth structure would need to be removed, or if the condition is not suitable for the procedure, we firmly explain that it cannot be carried out.

Of course, we would like to perform the procedure for everyone who wants it, but if a procedure is carried out unconditionally without considering the patient’s dental condition, side effects may occur. Therefore, it is advisable to receive treatment at a place that proceeds with the procedure while paying close attention to these factors.

So, what should you consider before choosing a dental clinic for laminates?

| What kind of treatment is a laminate? |

A laminate is an esthetic prosthetic treatment in which the front surface of the tooth is minimally reduced and a very thin ceramic-made plate is bonded to that area. It may be easier to understand if you think of attaching artificial nails when doing nail art.

The ceramic material used at this time has very little of the tooth’s original color or translucency due to the nature of the material, so it tends to produce good esthetic results and is therefore highly preferred by patients. In addition, because laminate treatment aims to preserve the natural tooth as much as possible while adding esthetic function, it has the advantage of placing less burden on tooth damage.

If the teeth of those reading this article match any of the following, you may want to consider laminate treatment.

✔️ Laminate is recommended for the following people!

• People who cover their mouths when smiling because the shape of their gapped teeth and front teeth is a major complex

• People whose teeth are chipped and have changed shape, or whose teeth have turned yellow due to cavities

• People whose teeth are crooked

• People who cannot smile broadly because of protruding teeth

| What are the advantages of laminates compared with other procedures? |

Unlike teeth whitening, which improves only tooth color, or orthodontic treatment, which improves only alignment or bite problems, laminate treatment has the advantage of being able to improve complex front-tooth issues through a relatively simple method.

The treatment process takes about one week. Compared with orthodontic treatment, which can take years, this is a very short period. For that reason, it is especially popular among busy office workers.

It is also a treatment method that can address various issues, such as cases where teeth are chipped due to trauma from traffic accidents or sports, or cases where after orthodontic treatment there is malocclusion when chewing and the teeth need to be uniformly reshaped.

✔️ However, it may not be suitable for the following people.

Even with all these advantages, laminates may not be the best option if the degree of tooth spacing is severe, in which case orthodontic treatment may be better. If there is severe discoloration across the teeth, teeth whitening may be more appropriate.

If a patient has severe teeth grinding or an edge-to-edge bite, strong force is likely to be applied to the laminates, which can increase the possibility of fracture. Therefore, it is advisable to visit a laminate dental clinic that carefully assesses not only the patient’s dental condition but also their habits.

| Please be sure to consider the following when choosing a laminate dental clinic. |

1️⃣ Amount of tooth reduction

Shaving down teeth is, after all, a process that damages the tooth. In other words, it is irreversible.

If too much of the tooth is shaved away during the procedure, nerve tissue may become exposed or damaged, causing sensitivity to cold. Therefore, to prevent such side effects, it is important to first determine whether the procedure can be done with minimal tooth reduction.

At our clinic, we do not perform unnecessary or excessive tooth reduction, and depending on the patient’s dental condition, we proceed with minimal reduction of about 0.1 to 0.3 mm.

2️⃣ Possession of digital diagnostic equipment

Laminate treatment is not suitable for everyone.

That is why you should check whether the clinic has precision diagnostic equipment that can accurately assess your dental condition. Accurate diagnosis must come first in order to establish a more systematic treatment plan, and this naturally leads to greater patient satisfaction after treatment.

At our clinic, we present the treatment direction that places the least burden on the patient, based on various diagnostic devices and the medical staff’s careful diagnosis and consultation.

3️⃣ In-house lab operation

In a typical laminate process, after the front teeth are filed down, an impression is taken and the prosthetic is made directly and attached. In this case, the prosthetic is made at a dental lab and sent to the clinic, which takes about 7 days.

However, if such a lab exists within the clinic, not only can the fabrication time for the prosthetic be shortened, but adjustments can also be made quickly. In addition, the time required to receive and transport the prosthetic is reduced, making the overall work time shorter and allowing a prosthetic that fits the patient well to be prepared more quickly.

At our clinic, we operate an in-house lab and have handled many prosthetic cases. For laminate treatment as well as implant prosthetics, precise prosthetic work is possible through smooth collaboration between the attending medical staff and the dental technician.

4️⃣ Abundant clinical experience

At our clinic, laminate procedures are performed by a certified doctor from the first class of the Korean Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, with more than 10 years of extensive clinical experience in esthetic dentistry.

We strive to preserve the natural tooth first when performing laminate treatment, with the goal of not only creating teeth that look beautiful in shape, but also teeth that are healthy and beautiful to use.

Focused on just one person,

Custom-made approach

We have been maintaining our presence in Gangseo-gu for more than 10 years. Based on the trust and confidence built during that time, we provide meticulous laminate treatment for each and every patient.

At I-Pyeonhan Sesang Dental Clinic, with medical staff who have extensive clinical experience and an in-house lab, we will create durable and natural-looking laminates for you. Thank you.

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