cosmetic dentistry - beauty & science

14 I I special topic _ veneers Fig. 1_Initial situation: what some people see as a sign of beauty, others may see as a flaw; the patient disliked her diastema between teeth #11 and 21. Fig. 2_After conservative preparation, the shade was determined (A1). cosmeticdentistry 2_2012 _Today’s patients expect restorations that not only function properly, but are also high- ly aesthetic. Unlike some years ago, different media outlets today afford patients greater knowledge and insight into the possibilities and the potential of modern materials and treat- ment. They expect us to achieve optimum out- comes when designing their smile, and rightly so. The most significant goal, however, is still the restoration of oral health in the most conserva- tive way. When choosing a treatment option, dentists and technicians must satisfy not only the clin- ical requirements, but also the expectations and goals of the patients. In cases in which pa- tients decline orthodontic treatment, adhesively bonded porcelain veneers are a viable treatment Fig. 1 Fig. 2 On smile design: Conservatively placed IPS d.SIGN veneers to correct a diastema Authors_Harald Heindl, USA, & Dr Stephen Phelan, Canada Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Fig. 5