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Clinical experiences with bonded porcelain laminate veneers
G C Cho1, T E Donovan, W W Chee
1University of Southern California School of Dentistry, Los Angeles 90089-0641, USA.
Journal of the California Dental Association
|August 26, 1998
Summary
Porcelain veneers offer successful long-term esthetic and functional results. This article details clinical experiences and procedures for predictable success in conservative restorative dentistry.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Restorative Dentistry
- Esthetic Dentistry
Background:
- Bonded porcelain veneers are a recognized treatment option.
- Long-term success is achievable with proper application.
- Conservative esthetic restorations are increasingly important.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe clinical experiences with porcelain veneers over ten years.
- To outline procedures for predictable success with veneers.
- To encourage wider use of veneers in complex restorative cases.
Main Methods:
- Review of clinical cases involving bonded porcelain veneers.
- Description of procedural steps for veneer placement.
- Analysis of long-term outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Main Results:
- Bonded porcelain veneers demonstrate successful esthetic and functional long-term service.
- Predictable success is achievable through specific clinical procedures.
- Veneers are a viable conservative esthetic restorative modality.
Conclusions:
- Clinicians should consider routine use of porcelain veneers.
- Veneers are effective in complex reconstructive dental cases.
- Further adoption of this restorative technique is recommended.