Composite veneers are composite resins used as thin layers or shells over the esthetically displeasing or carious anterior teeth to restore their esthetic function. They are also used in an otherwise healthy tooth for a smile makeover. There are two types of composite veneers direct and indirect. In direct veneering, the restoration is directly done on the teeth. In indirect veneering, the teeth are prepared, and the veneers are fabricated outside and then restored. Indirect veneers are more fracture-resistant than direct ones.
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Will there be an issue if my front teeth veneers touch?
Query: Hello doctor,I have composite veneers on both of my front teeth. Sometimes, if I sense my bottom teeth touching the bonded teeth, even lightly while eating or brushing or what have you, I worry that since enamel is stronger than the bonding material, this will somehow alter the bonding. Is this poss... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As far as normal occlusion or normal bite is concerned, the upper front teeth should not touch the lower front teeth. There should be a gap of at least one to two millimeter. But, sometimes when you are eating or trying to make the contact then it is absolutely norma... Read Full »
Please suggest the best way to reduce front teeth gap and size.
Query: Hello doctor, I want to fill the gap in four of my front teeth and reduce the size of two front teeth that seems large than others. What are the safest options, if I do not use braces? Please suggest. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have two options: 1. Laminate veneers which are more esthetic and durable but comparatively expensive. 2. Composite veneers which are esthetic but less durable compared to laminates. Read Full »
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