Porcelain veneers are an excellent way of correcting the cosmetic appearance of the front teeth. This may be due to chips, cracks, discolouration, failing fillings and correcting previous veneers which have failed.
Porcelain veneers require an in depth knowledge of cosmetic dentistry and the mechanics of the teeth meet and function during everyday activities. This is called occlusion in the dental field. Porcelain veneers which are not executed to exceptionally high standards will fail for a number of reasons.
Our case study highlights such a problem and how our Principle dentist, Dr Nissit Patel, corrected the situation:
In this case study, our patient came to us due to failing porcelian veneers placed on his 6 upper teeth. The veneers were chipping, breaking and even falling off. The cosmetic appearance is poor.
After only 2 treatment visits, the veneers were replaced with high quality E max veneers. The improvement was dramatic and the patient was delighted.
Treatment completed by Dr Nissit Patel, laboratory work by Luke Barnett ceramics.
If you are unhappy with current porcelain veneers or would like to discuss a smile transformation with porcelain veneers, do not hesitate to contact us. We use only the finest materials, the highest quality laboratories in the UK and worldwide and utilise the latest techniques to ensure fantastic results.
One of the most topical subjects at the moment is the debate between composite and porcelain for dental restorations. In terms of cosmetic dentistry, this equates to the use of composite veneers and porcelain veneers. It is important to note that composite veneers can either be made by a laboratory or placed free hand by the dentist in the chair. Porcelain veneers can only be made by a dental laboratory or within a dental practice that has the necessary technology such as computer aided design and a milling…
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We love to create new smiles with the most modern technology and techniques available that are kind to the teeth, are natural and long lasting. In many cases, E-Max porcelain veneers will give the best aesthetic and functional results. This is especially the case when teeth already have been filled and are now starting to show discolouration or are worn and chipped. Porcelain veneers will completely transform a smile by creating new outer surfaces for the teeth. This is shown superbly by our case of the mon…
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We are delighted to announce that Dr Nissit Patel was a finalist for Practice Principal of the Year for London at this years Private Dentistry Awards. The Private Dentistry Awards is held every year in December to showcase the very best in private dental care throughout the UK. To be nominated as a finalist is a great achievement and testament to the dedication of all of the staff at the practice; after all it is all about the team. There was also cause for a double celebration with November marking 14 year…
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Porcelain veneers are one of the most popular ways of transforming a smile. Veneers are outer facings that cover the tooth/teeth to repair issues such as chips, fractures, asymmetry, discolouration or protect old fillings. The transformation of a smile can be life changing. A smile is one of the first things that is evident on a person and this can radiance confidence and self-belief. The treatment for veneers is not a straightforward one and requires careful planning and execution to achieve an outstanding…
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