Guide to get Zirconia Veneers in Mexico

Zirconia veneers are a type of ceramic material known as zirconia oxide. They are used to make full or partial crowns for restoring a damaged tooth.

Zirconia veneers are manufactured in different shades, allowing you to select the type of shades that best matches the color of your existing teeth.

In the case of zirconia veneers, the tooth preparation phase is extremely important, this because zirconia is a complex material that requires a specific protocol to be able to adhere properly. A properly prepared base helps ensure a strong bond between teeth and veneers. Below we briefly explain the process of placing zirconia veneers in Mexico:

First, the dentist removes a thin layer of enamel from the teeth to be treated. The exact amount of enamel depends on the individual needs of the patient. No anesthesia is required regularly for this step.

Subsequently, the dentist takes impressions of the teeth, with the help of an elastomer. Elastomer is a type of silicone that hardens when left to rest. Then the dentist will place the silicone on a tray, and it will harden around the teeth, allowing a mold to be obtained. This mold will be sent and sent to the laboratory to create a 3d model of the mouth and thus be able to design and print the zirconia veneers.

Dentists in Mexico who work with external laboratories generally take a little longer than dentists with on-site laboratories. During the time you are in Mexico while they do your final veneers, temporary veneers will be placed, these temporary veneers help with sensitivity, aesthetics, and other functions. What some dentists do is called Mock-Up and these temporary veneers will give you a rough idea of ​​what the final veneers will look like.

Once the veneers are complete, the dentist ensures that they are functionally and aesthetically correct and proceeds to place the zirconia veneers. First, it is responsible for removing the temples, cleaning the surface and preparing it correctly to achieve good adhesion (for this step, different techniques such as sandblasting are used). If there are any problems, the specialist can polish the veneers to fit.

The dentist must apply an acid gel to the teeth to remove the minerals that are on the surface. This creates a rough surface at the microscopic level. The dentist then coats the teeth with a bonding agent that fills in the tiny fissures on the surface of the teeth. This process is what creates a solid base for placing the veneers.

Finally, the dentist places the dental cement on the back of the veneers and places the veneers on the front of the teeth. The cement color is specifically chosen to match the tone of the veneers and the patient's teeth. Once the veneers are in place using gentle force, the dentist uses a curing light to harden the cement.

Someone has to say, zirconia veneers are not for everyone. In order to improve your smile with this type of veneer. It is necessary for the dentist to thoroughly analyze the structure of your teeth and gums in order to make a decision on what is best for you. The dentist will take into account the following aspects: 

If you do not meet the requirements, your cosmetic dentist will suggest other types of veneers such as Porcelain or Composite.