Fact Sheet for MDTV Veneers and Bonding Show Information

TARGET MDTV SELECT® EXPERTS (in priority order)

1. Cosmetic Dentist
2. General Dentist
3. Dental Lab


BACKGROUND RESEARCH FACTS

• Smiling is an important tool for socializing and establishing a rapport. It implies sincerity
and kindness. It makes a first impression memorable.
• Many people are unhappy with their smile because of stained, misshapen or chipped
teeth. They become self-conscious and avoid smiling or cover up their smile.
• Cracked, chipped, decayed or short teeth can be easily repaired by bonding a resin onto
the tooth and shaping it to mimic the natural contours of the teeth. It can be done in one
visit and is less expensive than other cosmetic procedures.
• The resin is stain resistance but not stain proof. Bonding usually lasts three to ten years
depending on oral hygiene practices.
• If the goal is to address the shape of a tooth or it’s positioning, veneers may be a better fit
since they encase the tooth They can also be used for gaps between teeth or overlaps,
minor twists and in situations where whitening or bleaching is ineffective.
• Cosmetic imaging is a way the dentist can let you try on the smile to be sure it matches
your expectations and desires.
• Veneer application involves shaving down a millimeter of the tooth’s enamel to prepare
for the adhesion of the porcelain veneer. The veneer needs to mimic the tooth in
appearance and also in strength. They are insusceptible to decay but can crack, chip or
break as with natural teeth.
• Veneers are not reversible since the enamel is removed and they do not stain like natural
teeth and their lifespan depends on how well they are cared for.
• Minimal prep or “no-prep” veneers saves more of the tooth’s enamel and can be done
more quickly if your situation allows for this option.
• The communication between the dentist and the lab is enhanced with new technology.


MEDICAL MOMENT: The role of the dental lab.

QUESTIONS TO ASK FOR SATELLITE INTERVIEW OR PRODUCED PIECE
These questions have been recorded in studio with MDTV Patient Advocate Anchor, Patricia Stark

1. What advancements have changed cosmetic dentistry over the last decade?
2. How do you decide whether to use bonding or veneers and do you ever combine
procedures?
3. Are “No-Prep” veneers something you would recommend?

ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS FOR PRODUCED PIECE
These questions are to be asked by Advertising Producer to local expert

1. How does the expertise of the dental lab come into play?
2. How long do veneers typically last?
3. How is dental imaging helpful to achieving the patient’s goal?
4. Are there any safety risks or known reactions to the porcelains, resins or adhesives
used for cosmetic dentistry?