What is the difference between veneers and artistic restoration?

One of the most common and popular smile restoration solutions is ceramic restoration or veneer installation. “Veneers” have become a trendy word today in everyday life. Veneers are also mainly associated with the “Hollywood smile” that everyone so passionately desires.

Characteristic differences between artistic tooth restoration and veneer installation

Artistic restoration is the “building up” of the tooth shape using special filling materials. In simple terms, this is targeted elimination of tooth defects.

• This procedure is characterized by layer-by-layer application of special material, which subsequently hardens under the influence of light (a special lamp).
• Thanks to artistic restoration, it is easy to solve problems with tooth chips, the presence of certain irregularities on the surface, changes in size, shape, and length.
• This procedure is performed immediately during the visit to the dentist’s chair, does not require multiple visits, and does not require serious special preparation.
• Requires minimal grinding and processing of your “native” tooth.
• If the tooth is destroyed by 2/3 or more, this procedure is not competent in solving the problem.
• Allows you to slightly change the shape of the tooth or make them slightly more even. In general, this manipulation solves uncomplicated situations with teeth.
• Artistic restoration is considered a temporary solution to a particular problem (result for 5-6 years).
• High-quality materials are used in the process, thanks to which natural dental tissues are imitated.
• It is a more democratic and less costly option financially, compared to veneers.

Veneers can provide you with:

• Flawless appearance: allows you to make your smile perfectly white, aesthetic, and as natural in color as possible.
• They are special thin overlays made of durable material that are fixed to the tooth and externally imitate tooth enamel. They do not darken and are not subject to staining over time.
• Veneer installation is more time-consuming; it will not be possible to close the issue in one visit because it is necessary to pre-manufacture the necessary individual structure in a special dental laboratory directly before the installation itself.
• Veneers allow you to fully restore the aesthetics of your dental row.
• It is a more durable method.
• Allows you to correct complex and non-standard tooth defects that are not amenable to artistic restoration.
• Thanks to veneer installation, you can achieve an even, ideal color of tooth coating.

Stages of veneer installation

1. Professional consultation and examination by a specialist.
2. Diagnostics.
3. Preparation: therapy of all teeth and professional hygiene.
4. Digital impression or mold of teeth.
5. Manufacturing of the necessary structure in the dental laboratory.
6. Fitting and adjustment.
7. Veneer installation.

Stages of artistic restoration

1. Consultation and examination by a specialist.
2. Detailed diagnostics.
3. Therapy and professional hygiene.
4. Artistic restoration procedure: tooth processing, material application, drying, and polishing – this entire procedure is performed in one visit.

Conclusion

Undoubtedly, both artistic restoration and veneer installation allow you to restore and change the beauty and aesthetics of your smile. And certainly, both restoration options provide a natural and natural result, as close as possible to the “native” appearance of the tooth.

The decision to choose one type of restoration or another: veneers or artistic restoration depends on the specific individual clinical situation, indications for use, nuances of smile functionality, as well as the patient’s financial capabilities. In any case, quality diagnostics and professional consultation with a specialist are needed to make a decision.

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