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It is not today that aesthetic concerns about the smile are part of our daily lives. With the advancement of technologies and easier and easier access to them in the last decades, we have seen a growing demand for treatments of this type to the same extent that offers have also appeared. Some people try to align their teeth, others, a whiter smile. But what is the best way to do this? Although there is no definitive answer to this problem, we can show you what the best options are. That is why today we are going to talk about the famous dental contact lens . After all, what is she? Is it really effective? Read the text to the end and find out everything you need to know about it!
What is a Dental Contact Lens?
The dental contact lens is nothing more than a laminate that is placed over our teeth so that they look whiter, healthier and more symmetrical . Because it is a very thin material, it is comparable to the contact lenses that we use in our eyes and that is why it got its name.
It is a little invasive and very effective technique to have a more beautiful smile in a short time. For this reason, it has become increasingly popular . It is worth remembering that a more beautiful smile helps to improve self-esteem and is essential so that many people feel better about themselves , with their appearance and can live happier.
Who can use a Dental Contact Lens?
The use of dental contact lenses is indicated for those who wish to correct minor aesthetic deviations, that is, small defects that, with another type of treatment, could take much longer, in addition to having to rely on more invasive procedures. In general, this type of procedure is done to correct small defects such as separated teeth, yellowish color, texture and size of the teeth.
People who have problems such as crooked teeth, for example, are unlikely to benefit from the use of the dental contact lens, since, in these cases, another type of treatment is necessary.
How is it applied?
The application of the dental contact lens is quite simple and consists of 3 basic steps. Are they:
- Preparation
- Production
- Placing
Let’s talk about each of these steps separately so that you can better understand how each of them occurs.
Preparation
In this step, the dentist analyzes your teeth and realizes what are the imperfections that can be corrected and on which teeth the lenses will be applied. This is where the mold for the lens is prepared as well.
Production
The dental contact lens can be produced manually from the mold taken by your dentist or by a 3D camera (which is more common today). It is also more common for the lens to be prepared in a printer suitable for this purpose.
Placing
Finally, after the lens is produced, the dentist places it on your tooth using a kind of adhesive developed especially for this use.
Because of all this process, it takes at least three sessions for a dental contact lens to be applied. However, depending on the amount of lenses you want to apply, the number of sessions can be even greater.
How long does it last?
If the person does not suffer any kind of problem such as knocking teeth or gingival retraction, the tendency is that dental contact lenses last between 5 and 10 years . After that, you can replace them with new lenses. It is also worth mentioning that it is not possible to remove them, since the tooth will be worn under them.
Are there any side effects?
There are no side effects per se when it comes to the application of dental contact lenses. However, they are not recommended for people who have many restorations or who suffer from diseases such as very severe bruxism. This is because the application of the lens can become ineffective in these cases.
In addition, it is recommended that you take certain precautions after applying a dental contact lens such as redoubling your attention with brushing and flossing and avoiding gnawing objects and exposing your teeth as much as possible, at least for the first few days. In addition, avoiding drinks that stain your teeth like coffee and sodas, for example, is also a good idea.
What is the Price of a Dental Contact Lens?
The price of a dental contact lens can vary widely depending on the dentist you choose, the region of the country you live in or even the neighborhood where you live. However, the average for the application of each lens is around R $ 1,500.00 and R $ 3,000.00. As we said, these prices can vary a lot, more difficult to escape this average.
Before performing any type of cosmetic procedure involving your teeth, it is important to research the subject and understand whether or not the procedure is the best for you. Of course, in that sense, talking to your dentist can make all the difference, but still your will and your opinion count a lot. Therefore, our main tip is that you keep researching the main ways to whiten your teeth to decide which one is the best for you. After all, the smile is yours.
My name is Dr. Alexis Hart I am 38 years old, I am the mother of 3 beautiful children! Different ages, different phases 16 years, 12 years and 7 years. In love with motherhood since always, I found it difficult to make my dreams come true, and also some more after I was already a mother.
Since I imagined myself as a mother, in my thoughts everything seemed to be much easier and simpler than it really was, I expected to get pregnant as soon as I wished, but it wasn’t that simple. The first pregnancy was smooth, but my daughter’s birth was very troubled. Joana was born in 2002 with a weight of 2930kg and 45cm, from a very peaceful cesarean delivery but she had already been born with congenital pneumonia due to a broken bag not treated with antibiotics even before delivery.
