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Laminate veneer is a technique that involves bonding of a veneer onto the tooth surface by composite resin. It requires just very little removal of tooth structure.

A. Purpose

  • To improve the aesthetics of teeth, such as shape, size and colour
  • To close up space between teeth
  • To cover discoloured teeth
  • To restore the strength of teeth


B. Application

  • Front teeth - the outer surface


C. Material

  • Porcelain


D. Procedures for porcelain laminate veneer

  • A thin layer of tooth substance is removed from the facial surface of the tooth.
  • Impressions of the upper and lower teeth are taken and the bite registration is recorded.
  • The veneer is fabricated in the dental laboratory.
  • Tooth surface is cleaned before bonding the veneer.
  • Tooth surface is etched and treated with diluted acid such as 30% phosphoric acid.
  • The veneer is bonded onto the tooth.