Thanks to constant research and new technology, the field of aesthetic dentistry is always changing. One fairly recent innovation is Emax veneers, which some experts consider to be the next phase in the development of veneer technology. Find out how these veneers are different— and possibly better – than traditional porcelain veneers.
The Purpose of Emax Veneers
The goal of Emax veneers is identical to that of porcelain veneers— creating straight, white teeth. Basically, the veneers serve as a thin shell over the original teeth. They are cemented onto the natural teeth permanently, and they can be brushed, flossed, and cared for just like normal teeth. Emax veneers are a quick way to achieve a beautiful, pearly-white smile.
Porcelain Veneers and the Damage to Teeth
Porcelain veneers were once the brand-new technology, an improvement over previous generations of veneers. Before the modern porcelain veneers, teeth had to be severely filed down before veneers were applied; they were basically left as nubs to which the veneers attached. The arrival of thinner porcelain veneers made it possible for dentists to shave away much less of the natural tooth before attaching them.
Tougher, Thinner Veneers with Emax
In the case of Emax veneers, the technology has gone one step further towards the complete preservation of the teeth. Emax veneers consist of a stronger, more durable material, so they can be cut into much thinner shells that porcelain veneers. If someone were to cut porcelain veneers to the same specifications as the Emax veneers, the porcelain version would be much too brittle. Thanks to the synthetic material of Emax, the veneers are stain-resistant, chip-resistant, and virtually unbreakable under normal wear and tear.
Preservation of the Natural Teeth
Because of this enhanced durability, the super-thin Emax veneers can be applied without much reshaping or shaving of the tooth. Nearly all of the tooth structure is allowed to remain, so the patient could possibly remove the veneers and live without them if necessary in the future. That’s in direct contrast to porcelain veneers, which must be permanent since their application damages and changes the teeth so drastically.
Customisation and Colouring
Because of their synthetic nature, Emax veneers can be cut to mimic the shape and size of the person’s original teeth. They can also be coloured to the degree of whiteness that the patient wants. Typically, a pristine yet natural white is the best choice.
Limitations of Emax Veneers
Since they can be cut and designed according to the Singapore dentist’s specifications, Emax veneers can be used to cover chips or cracks in teeth or to achieve a slightly straighter look. However, they cannot actually move the teeth. If a patient has very crooked teeth, the dentist may recommend a round of Invisalign first to correct some of the awkward tooth angles, before the veneers are applied.
The Emax veneers represent the very best state-of-the-art technology in the world of aesthetic tooth coverings; so naturally, they are very expensive. The price tag could be a drawback for some, but the results and the durability make the extra cost worthwhile for many patients.
Smile Makeovers in Singapore
The Aesthetics and Digital Dentistry Academy, or ADDA, specialises in thorough training in the fields of digital dentistry, dental implants, and aesthetic dentistry. Classes are taught by award-winning dentists and combine theory with hands-on practice. With this training, dental practitioners can learn to perform smile makeovers with advanced skills in both anterior aesthetic dentistry and posterior dentistry that utilise cutting-edge technologies like digital smile design and CAD/CAM veneers
Source: emaxveneers.com, (n.d.)
