Den-Mat Guest Editorial: When the Patient is a Dentist, the Choice is Cerinate By: Robert L. Ibsen, D.D.S.

The patient (a dentist) had multiple diastemas. During dental school, he attempted to correct his smile, but was unable to find a satisfactory solution. During his studies, he also learned about “contact-lens-thin” Cerinate Veneers. Years later, he reviewed the study by Doctors Strassler and Weiner at the University of Maryland Dental School about Cerinate Veneers. The clinical performance demonstrated that there were no bond failures and no discolorations during the 20-year, on-going study. The patient also wanted a smile makeover that did not require the removal of sensitive tooth structure with no drilling, and no sensitivity during the procedure and post operative. Cerinate Veneers was his choice. He contacted the Cerinate Dental Studio in California, then traveled 3200 miles for his life-changing smile.

The studio created eight Cerinate Veneers, for a full smile. During the try-in procedure, both the patient and Dr. Ibsen decided that three veneers (two centrals and the left anterior) created an excellent result. The remaining five veneers were sent home with the patient for later placement, per his discretion.

Because of the microstructure of patented Cerinate Porcelain, Cerinate Veneers can be made ultra-thin, are extremely strong, and require minimal to no tooth reduction. Dentists have the choice about the amount of tooth preparation. Cerinate Porcelain is available in both stackable and pressable veneers and offers the versatility of many effective applications. A few of the applications include: instant orthodontics; whitening teeth permanently; strengthening chipped, thinned, and fragile teeth; worn teeth due to bruxism, and revitalizing the appearance of worn restorations (the veneers can be placed over existing PFM’s).

If you are ready to try Cerinate Porcelains Veneers, call the Cerinate Design Studio (800-445-0345). A Cerinate Specialist will answer your questions. You can also attend a hands-on Cerinate Certification Course where you will learn to case select and master the placement of Cerinate restorations.