Achieving smooth and shiny teeth is no longer a dream! Shell composite gives your lips a beautiful smile with a brilliant effect. This technique with a stunning color increases self-confidence and attractiveness of the face. The bright white color, high transparency, affordable price compared to laminate, the possibility of quick implementation and without tooth grinding, have made this type of composite a popular option. In the following, we will fully review this beauty method, its advantages, disadvantages, comparing it with other similar methods, price and durability, so that you can make a decision for your future smile with a better understanding. What is dental shell composite? The gift of shine and beauty to the teeth
Dental composite is a type of composite resin material that has different bright colors, close to the color of oysters. This type of composite is used for front teeth to make the appearance of the teeth whiter, smoother and brighter. They are also known by other names such as glacial white composite, oyster white, ice white or chalk. Introduction of dental shell composite types; From natural to Hollywood! Shell composite is not only a specific type and color, but a group of very bright and shiny composites to give you a Hollywood smile and teeth that are brighter than natural. Many reputable brands in the world produce high-quality oyster composites, the best oyster composite brand is from America, Japan, and Germany. Shining Japanese TOKUYAMA composite and BISCI American dental composite are high-quality Triton composites. In the following, we will examine the types of shell composite colors:
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### Shell composite with Hollywood color; Choice of many celebrities
One of the most popular choices among young people for a shell composite for a Hollywood smile is HOLLYWOOD WHITE. This type of composite has a very white color and is placed in the BL1 or BL2 color group. ### Smile shine with glass field shell composite
Shell composite with Glass Field technology has excellent optical clarity and shine. This type of composite is usually more expensive and more durable. ### Natural shell composite for natural lovers
People who want clear teeth but with a natural appearance, shell composite will be the ideal choice. This type is mostly used in bright colors like A1 or B1 but with high gloss. Procedures for making dental shell composite
In the first step, your teeth will be checked by the doctor for their color, shape, and texture. Then the teeth will be prepared using scaling. The composite color is selected according to the patient's desired color. The doctor places the composite material on the patient's tooth and keeps it fixed on the tooth using blue light. Finally, it polishes and polishes the composites as desired. > Read more: Don't you want your lower teeth to be composite? Read about front tooth composite and its cost
Advantages of dental shell composite; a whiter smile; No cutting! Shell tooth composite has become one of the most popular methods of smile design correction. Below we mention its prominent advantages along with interesting statistics:
- **Brightness and whiteness:** More than 65% of people whose teeth whiteness is their priority choose BL1 or BL2 color. - **No tooth grinding:** One of the reasons for the popularity of composite is the lack of tooth grinding and the non-invasiveness of this method. More than 80% of people also prefer to choose non-invasive beauty methods. - **Treatment in only one session:** Shellfish composite treatment is usually done in one or two sessions. - **Lower cost with the same effect as laminate:** The cost of composite is on average 40 to 50% cheaper than ceramic laminate. - **Possibility of correcting the shape and color of teeth:** With dental composite, problems such as distance between teeth or crookedness and broken edges of teeth can be treated. - **Easy repairability:** Shell composites can be repaired in the same session in case of lip swelling or fracture. More than 60 to 90% of beauticians are completely satisfied with the choice of shell composite, and with this method, they have solved all the appearance problems of their teeth. > Read about the amount of tooth grinding for full composite
### Possible disadvantages of shell composite
- Lower resistance than laminate at high pressure
- Need a lot of care
- Frequent visits to the dentist for checkups
- Unnatural and very white color for green skin
How long is the shelf life of shell composite? The durability of shell composite is usually between 5 and 8 years, but this period is highly dependent on the care taken after installing the composite. One of the most important factors determining the lifespan of the composite is the type of brand and the quality of the materials used. Also, the use of advanced devices and precision instruments makes the composite adhere to the tooth better and have a smoother surface. The skill level of the doctor also affects the durability of the composite in different conditions. cost of tooth shell composite; How much should you spend? The average cost of composite varies between 3 and 6 million for each tooth. This number depends on factors such as the quality and brand of the composite, the experience and skill of the doctor, the number of teeth and the type of smile design and geographical location. Choosing composite based solely on price may lead to higher costs for repairs and replacements in the future; Therefore, take the expertise of the doctor, the quality of the patients and the composition of the ingredients seriously. > Read more: How to do composite without cutting
### Follow these tips to have a healthy and lasting composite! To maintain the shine, health and durability, you must follow the care tips; These cares; They are:
- **Health care and daily routine:** Use of toothbrush, dental floss and mouthwash
- **Diet:** Reduce consumption of tea, soda, natural juice
- **Periodic consultations:** dentist visit every 6 months, teeth polishing after 6 to 12 months
Studies show that up to 60% of the durability and beauty of shell composite depends on individual care after treatment. Comparison table of shell composite, normal composite and ceramic laminate
### A bright and luxurious smile only with the benefit of shell composite
Dental shell composite is an ideal option for people who are looking for a natural smile, shiny and in harmony with their face shape. This method is less invasive and more economical than ceramic laminate, but its durability depends on the quality of the material, the dentist's expertise and the level of care you take. At Amitis Dental Clinic, they create a dream smile for you by using the best composite brands, world-class equipment and a team of beauty experts. For a free consultation or to make an appointment, contact us now so that the experts can guide you. ###