Amr Abouzeid
BDS Faculty of Dentistry, Tanta University, Egypt
Title: The perfect shape of Ceramic Laminate Veneers
Biography
Biography: Amr Abouzeid
Abstract
Porcelain laminate veneers have been a common treatment strategy in dental clinics. It is a conservative method for treatment of esthetic and functional problems in the anterior region of the oral cavity. A wide range of dental ceramics is now available on market for fabrication of laminate veneers. The clinician should have enough knowledge regarding the composition and properties of these materials in order to be able to choose the appropriate one according to clinical situations. In this Lecture, we will walk you through the world of esthetic dentistry generally and the porcelain laminate veneers specifically. Also, we are going to discuss the types of veneers and the different material available to produce the perfect design of the ceramic veneers. Moreover, we will share some tips in tooth reduction to know when to do the prep or the non-prep veneers. Finally, we are going to talk about the impression materials, cementation technique, follow-up session and how to manage the veneer failure.