Songpa-dong Dental Clinic: Is Partial Laminate Possible for Gaps Between the Front Teeth?

Hello.

This is Yonsei Dagam Dental Clinic in Songpa-dong.

In dentistry, the front teeth area is professionally called the anterior region.

It consists of a total of six teeth,

and is also called the six anterior teeth.

These six front teeth are the area that

most strongly affects your first impression.

Because they are clearly visible when taking photos, smiling,

and speaking,

they play an important aesthetic role.

When performing aesthetic treatments such as laminate veneers,

rather than treating one tooth at a time,

when the six anterior teeth are treated together,

a much greater change can be felt.

Rather than treating only one tooth,

it is important to consider the overall balance and symmetry

and create a harmonious result.

If only one tooth is changed,

the area may stand out too much

and look unnatural.

Therefore, only when the overall balance is right

can a natural and beautiful smile be created.

Even so, partial treatment only

is not impossible.

As shown at the Songpa-dong dental clinic,

if there is a gap between the teeth and you want to fill only that part,

or if one or two teeth differ in color or shape,

after carefully checking the overall condition of the teeth,

it is also possible to make laminate veneers

by minimally reshaping only the necessary areas.

In this way, the slightly protruding parts are corrected

and the uneven shape is adjusted to create harmony.

Because the teeth are not filed down at all, or only minimally,

there is no need for additional anesthesia

as in the past.

Since there is almost no tooth reduction,

the procedure does not hurt during treatment,

and there is no discomfort in daily life,

so the temporary tooth fabrication process can also be omitted.

The process for making the prosthetic restoration is also simple.

Unlike older methods, a digital scan is used

to create an accurate 3D model of the teeth.

Using this model,

a customized laminate veneer is designed,

made, and then bonded in place to complete the process.

One major advantage is that there is no longer any need

to bite down on sticky rubber impression material

like in the past.

It may sound somewhat simple when explained in words at the Songpa-dong dental clinic,

but in reality, many factors must be considered together.

It is best to match the ratio of tooth length to width,

and the gum line must also be taken into account.

If the teeth are too long or too short,

they can look unnatural.

In addition, the smile line is checked to see how much

shows when smiling,

and symmetry with the facial midline is also considered important.

Above all, what the Songpa-dong dental clinic places the most importance on

is creating a natural shape that blends well

with the surrounding teeth.

In particular, if the gum line is uneven

or a lot of gum shows when smiling,

gum contouring may also be performed

to create a more natural and attractive smile line.

By adjusting the gum height

and matching the left-right symmetry,

overall harmony can be achieved.

We will prepare a related case next time

and go over the details in more depth.^^

Care and Precautions

Laminate veneers are bonded with a strong adhesive,

so they generally do not come off easily.

However, there are a few precautions

that the Songpa-dong dental clinic would like to share.

✔ Avoid biting hard foods with your front teeth.

✔ Also, using your teeth as a tool is not recommended.

For example,

tearing open packaging or opening bottle caps

can be risky.

✔ For those who grind their teeth or clench their jaws severely,

wearing a splint is recommended.

The care method is simpler than you might think.

You should brush properly with a toothbrush

and keep the spaces between your teeth clean using interdental brushes.

You should also have regular checkups every six months

to make sure there are no problems around the restoration.

As shown today at the Songpa-dong dental clinic,

laminate treatment can be very helpful when gaps between the teeth are a concern

or when the teeth have become darkly discolored.

In this process, correcting irregular tooth shape

is also a good option.

However, it cannot be applied to every case.

If the teeth are severely decayed

or badly misaligned,

it is better to first consider cavity treatment and orthodontic treatment.

Aesthetic improvement can be an opportunity

to change your confidence and quality of life.

I hope you can find the treatment method that is right for you

and regain a healthy, beautiful smile.

This has been Yonsei Dagam Dental Clinic in Songpa-dong.

Thank you!

25.06.19~25.06.27