Treatment of Gapped Teeth with Porcelain Laminate

Why Do Gapped Teeth Occur?

Gapped teeth can occur for many different reasons, such as genetic factors, developmental problems, and environmental effects. The most common reasons for gaps in teeth include teeth that are small in size compared to the facial structure, differences in jaw structure, early milk tooth loss, gum disease, and some genetic disorders. In addition, in some individuals, excessive gums or incorrect dental habits can also cause gaps in teeth. This can cause discomfort in terms of dental aesthetics and functionality. For this reason, gaps in teeth should definitely be detected in childhood and evaluated by an orthodontist. In cases where this evaluation is not made, porcelain laminates are used as a treatment method in older patients when they want faster and more permanent solutions.

Treatment of Gapped Teeth with Porcelain Laminate

In the treatment of gap teeth, *porcelain laminate treatment* offers an important solution in terms of aesthetics. This treatment helps to achieve a more aesthetically correct and harmonious smile without disrupting the natural structure and function of the teeth. Porcelain laminates are thin porcelain coatings applied on the teeth. In the treatment of gap teeth, *uncut porcelain laminates* can also be applied, because this application can be done without cutting the natural structure of the tooth.

Relationship of Teeth with the Skeletal System and Genetic Factors

Teeth are part of the body's skeletal system. Therefore, genetic factors can directly affect the structure and alignment of teeth. Soft tissue characteristics from your mother, combined with hard tissue characteristics from your father, determine the size and shape of your teeth. One of the most important reasons for the formation of gaps in teeth is the incompatibility of tooth size with the facial structure due to these genetic factors.

Reasons Why Gapped Teeth Disturb a Person

Gaps between teeth cause aesthetic loss and can negatively affect the patient's self-confidence. They can also cause functional problems such as saliva coming out of the gaps between the teeth during speech and food not being fully chewed during biting. Gapped teeth can also cause food to get stuck while eating, making oral hygiene difficult.

Use of Digital Technologies and Bonding Technologies

In porcelain laminate treatment, dentists can perform the treatment process more precisely and quickly by using digital technologies. Digital measurements and imaging techniques allow porcelain laminate applications to be performed more accurately and aesthetically. In addition, advanced bonding technologies used in bonding porcelain laminates increase the durability of the treatment.

Can the teeth become spaced apart again after the Porcelain Laminate application?

The pressure of the tongue may cause a gap between the teeth to form again.

After porcelain laminate treatment, it is important to add a protective structure to the back of the teeth. (Reteyner) This prevents the tongue from entering under the porcelain coating and increases comfort after treatment. In addition, the use of a night plate ensures the longevity of porcelain laminates and prevents any negative effects that may occur during the night.