Shindang Laminate Dental Clinic: Creating a Beautiful Smile with Minimal Tooth Reshaping

Hello,

This is Dr. Kim Tae-young,

Chief Director of Bareunyoung Dental Clinic in Sindang-dong.

I’ve noticed a significant increase in interest in laminates lately.

Younger patients visit us with various concerns about their teeth, such as alignment, tooth color, and their smile line when they laugh,

and they come in for consultations.

In the past, due to limitations in materials and dental technology,

the amount of tooth reduction required for laminates was relatively greater than it is today.

However, recently,

although it varies by case,

for areas where tooth reduction is not necessary,

we proceed with laminates by only slightly smoothing the rough outer surface without any tooth reduction.

My teeth aren’t shaped nicely.

For example,

among women with this kind of tooth alignment,

some are unable to smile confidently.

Even when I ask them to smile naturally,

they say they unconsciously try to hide their teeth, resulting in an unnatural smile.

We trim the slightly protruding parts and abnormally long central teeth just enough for a very thin, film-like laminate to fit,

then take an impression.

In some cases, temporary teeth are not even necessary,

so patients can go about their daily lives and then visit us on the day the dental prosthesis arrives.

After checking the design, color, and alignment, if the patient agrees, we proceed with the final bonding.

Laminates for a natural smile.

Photo after treatment

Her smile has completely changed compared to before.

Tooth shape, alignment, color—

it’s not simply about shaving teeth and attaching something,

but designing laminates to match the patient’s facial features and tooth condition,

producing them without unnecessary tooth reduction.

They used to always feel unnatural when smiling and cover their mouth with their hand,

but after laminates, they smile more often.

Every time I hear feedback that they feel more confident in social interactions,

I realize that laminate treatment

is quite a good alternative in aesthetic dentistry.

Although laminates are made from strong materials,

they are produced in a very thin thickness,

so I want to advise patients to be careful when eating hard or chewy foods in the treated area.

For those who desire bright, aligned teeth

and a radiant smile,

wishing for a change in their daily life,

I recommend getting a laminate consultation to find out if it’s the right treatment for you.

Thank you.^^

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Frequently Asked Questions

In what cases are laminates necessary?

Laminates are suitable for individuals concerned about their tooth shape, alignment, or color, such as their smile line when smiling. They are particularly sought after by those who cannot smile confidently or have an unnatural smile.

Do I need to remove a lot of tooth structure for laminates?

No, unlike in the past, modern laminate procedures minimize tooth reduction, and in some cases, no tooth reduction is necessary. Only the required areas are slightly reshaped to bond thin, film-like laminates.

Can I resume daily activities immediately after laminate treatment?

Yes, you can. In many cases, temporary teeth are not needed, so you can continue with your daily life and then visit for the final bonding on the day the prosthesis arrives.

What precautions should I take after laminate treatment?

While laminates are made from strong materials, they are very thin. Therefore, it is advisable to be careful when eating hard or chewy foods in the treated area.

How are laminates designed?

Laminates are not simply about shaving and attaching teeth. They are designed to match the patient’s facial features and tooth condition, aiming for a natural smile without unnecessary tooth reduction.