105. Dr. Marshall Hanson - How To: Composite Veneers
Jan 31, 2022
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Dr. Marshall Hanson, an expert in cosmetic dentistry, shares insights on composite veneers. He discusses consultation evaluations, additive techniques, tooth anatomy, shade matching, and his virtual course. The podcast explores the art of direct composite veneers and the use of Opakers to enhance dental restorations. It also emphasizes achieving uniformity, learning tooth anatomy, smile design principles, and the preparation of composite veneers in dentistry.
Composite veneers offer a minimally-invasive smile enhancement solution without tooth reduction.
Color stability and customization play a crucial role in achieving natural-looking composite veneer results.
Deep dives
Benefits of Direct Composite Veneers
Direct composite veneers offer a non-invasive approach to enhancing smiles without shaving down teeth. Dr. Hansen's expertise in composite veneers showcases the aesthetic potential of this technique, making it a viable option for dental professionals seeking to stay on the cutting edge of evidence-based dentistry.
Technical Aspects of Composite Veneers
Dr. Hansen delves into the technical side of composite veneers, emphasizing the importance of color stability and durability in restorations. By using opakers and clear composites, dentists can achieve natural-looking results with depth and luminosity, enhancing the overall aesthetics of the smile.
Simplified Shade Matching Approach
Dr. Hansen simplifies the shade matching process by using a blank canvas color and tints to customize composite restorations. By focusing on modifying base shades with tints like grays, oranges, and yellows, dentists can achieve seamless color blends and natural nuances, making shade selection more predictable and less stressful.
Educational Course on Composite Veneers
Dr. Hansen's comprehensive online course and virtual mentorship provide dental professionals with in-depth training and mentorship in mastering composite veneers. The course covers every step of the process, from records appointments to final customization, emphasizing the importance of practice, feedback, and continuous learning in achieving excellence in non-invasive smile enhancement.
In this episode Dr. Hanson will answer some of the following questions:
What are you evaluating in your consultation appointment?
Do you use a purely additive technique when you do composite veneers? Or, do you have to prepare the teeth a bit?
In your composite veneer cases do you add the composite by hand or do you have a matrix that you use?
You have a prodigious understanding for natural tooth anatomy. How do you recommend someone learn tooth anatomy?
What is your advice for shade matching?
Please tell us more about your composite veneer virtual course!
About Dr. Hanson: Dr. Hanson’s passion to create “undetectable dentistry” led him to become the 69th doctor world-wide to be formally recognized (FAACD) as an expert in cosmetic dentistry. He firmly believes dentistry should be done in the most minimally-invasive way possible. He is a smile design specialist who can provide you with absolutely beautiful and natural-looking results, done in the most minimally-invasive way.
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