Minimally invasive approach in esthetic dentistry - a case report

Introduction: Laminate veneers are a conservative approach to treating many aesthetic problems. They are frequently preferred to meet patients’ aesthetic expectations for diastemas in the anterior teeth.
Case Report: A 24-year-old patient with diastemas and mild crowding presented to our clinic to address these issues. Following radiological and clinical examinations, the indications and treatment plan were determined, and the patient’s consent was obtained. A mock-up was performed to assess whether the patient’s aesthetic expectations were met, to estimate the required amount of preparation, and to identify necessary pre-prosthetic needs. Gingivoplasty was planned based on this evaluation. This procedure aimed to prevent disproportionate length and width resulting from closing the diastema. In the next stage, the mock-up was reapplied to the mouth, guide grooves were created for preparation, and then the preparation was completed. Impressions were taken using type A silicone. According to our plan, laminates were fabricated using lithium disilicate-reinforced Empress glass ceramics. A final trial was conducted with try-in paste. In the final stage, permanent cementation was carried out using dual-cure resin cement.
Discussion and Conclusion: Laminate veneers, as a minimally invasive method, address the aesthetic needs of a young patient with unrestored teeth, perform minimal reduction rather than crown preparation, and thus eliminate the possibility of long-term complications arising from secondary caries and enamel removal.