Porcelain laminate veneers – A novel dimension to minimalism in prosthodontics: A case series

• Published in: Journal of international oral health Vol. 9; no. 4; pp. 183 - 188
• Main Authors: Jayalakshmi, Namratha, Mathew, Aby, Kuruvila, Ansu, Kakkadathu, Sujith
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Mumbai Medknow Publications and Media Pvt. Ltd 01-07-2017; Medknow Publications & Media Pvt. Ltd
• Subjects: Bond strength; Case studies; Composite materials; Consent; Dental enamel; Dental restorative materials; Dental veneers; Dentistry; Design optimization; Enamel; Fluorosis; Laminated materials; Laminates; Patient satisfaction; Porcelain; Preservation; Prosthodontics; Rehabilitation; Soft tissues; Teeth; India
• DOI: 10.4103/jioh.jioh_130_17
• EISSN: 0976-1799
• ISSN: 0976-7428

The success of anterior esthetic rehabilitation depends on the resolution of initial esthetic issues, patient satisfaction, and good integration of the restoration with the surrounding tooth and soft tissues. Porcelain laminate veneers are thin facings of ceramic that have evolved since 1983 to become the esthetic alternative to full coverage restorations. By the advent of new materials and techniques based on the principles of adhesive dentistry, extremely minimal preparation with enamel preservation has improved and offered best results. This article focuses on the esthetic improvement of patients with diastema, fluorosis, and discolored teeth using porcelain laminate veneers.