The treatment process with porcelain veneers is a precise procedure that combines aesthetic analysis, prosthetic planning and the fabrication of customised ceramic restorations. While the final result may appear simple and natural, it requires advanced diagnostics, a collaborative team of specialists and digital technology.
At Unident Union, we treat each case individually - not as a ready-made aesthetic template, but as a medical-artistic project, tailored to the patient's anatomy, facial expression and expectations.
Stage 1: Diagnosis and aesthetic consultation
The first step is a thorough analysis of the condition of the teeth and a discussion with the patient regarding their expectations for the aesthetics of their smile. At this stage, the following is performed:
- photographic documentation of faces and smiles,
- intraoral scans or analogue models,
- analysis of occlusion and symmetry of dental arches,
- assessment of the hard and soft tissues of the face.
On this basis, the team of doctors plans the scope of treatment - the number of veneers, their distribution, possible supporting treatments (e.g. conservative treatment, hygienization, gum correction).
Stage 2: Smile Design - Digital Smile Design
Application of the system Digital Smile Design (DSD) allows you to create a personalised design for your new smile including:
- facial features,
- axes of symmetry and proportions,
- smile lines and tooth exposure.
A digital model of the so-called 'digital model' is being created. wax-upwhich is then transferred into the patient's mouth in the form of a mock-up - a physical fitting (of temporary material). The patient can check the appearance, length and shape of the teeth before the preparation starts.
Stage 3: Mock-up - fitting the new smile
Mock-up is performed without interfering with the patient's teeth. It allows:
- assessing the aesthetics and harmony of the smile in a facial context,
- functional test of the new setting (speech, mimicry, short circuit),
- making adjustments to the length, width, shape of teeth at the planning stage,
- full patient control of the end result.
This is one of the key stages of treatment that significantly minimises the risk of dissatisfaction with the final result.
Step 4: Tooth preparation (or lack thereof)
Depending on the type of veneers, the clinical situation and the position of the teeth in the arch, the practitioner may decide:
- minimally invasive preparation (e.g. 0.3-0.7 mm of the enamel surface),
- no grinding of teeth (so-called no-prep veneers) - in cases with excess tissue or retrusions.
The preparation is performed under magnification (magnifying glasses, microscope), with control of depth and preservation of the enamel structure.
Step 5: Intraoral scan and temporary veneers
Once the teeth are prepared, a digital intraoral scan is taken - eliminating the need for silicone impressions. The following are then placed temporary veneersThe shape and colour of the mock-up are reproduced in the previously accepted mock-up. This is a key stage in ensuring the patient's aesthetic and functional comfort until the final work is collected.
Step 6: Fabrication of porcelain veneers
The finished veneers are made in the prosthetic laboratories with which the clinic cooperates. At Unident Union, we use laboratories in:
- Brazil - distinctive artistic approach and expressive aesthetics,
- Dubai - modern styling and the highest precision,
- Switzerland - perfection and advanced CAD/CAM technology.
Prosthetic work is individually tailored to a pre-approved mock-up design.
Step 7: Cementation of veneers
After fitting and acceptance by the patient, the veneers are cemented in place using adhesive bonding. New generation bonding systems are used here, ensuring a durable bond, a tight seal and a full fit to the tooth. Finally, the occlusion and aesthetics of the entire smile are controlled.
Summary
The treatment process with porcelain veneers is a precisely planned medical procedure that requires the involvement of doctor, technician and patient. Every step - from diagnosis to cementation - has an impact on the final aesthetic, functional and long-term durability.
At Unident Union, we follow a complete treatment protocol based on international standards and the experience of the team. As a result, the patient receives not just an aesthetic smile, but a stable, predictable prosthetic solution for years to come.
