**Complications of dental laminate** include tooth sensitivity to cold, heat, and pressure, to discoloration, breakage or detachment of laminate, gum inflammation and swelling, tooth decay under the laminate, and even bad breath. These problems are usually caused by excessive shaving of tooth enamel, insufficient skill of the dentist, low quality of laminate materials, not observing oral hygiene and incorrect habits such as teeth grinding. Also, some complications of laminate that are more serious, such as damage to the nerve or root of the tooth, loosening of the laminate, and the complete loss of the tooth under the laminate may also occur. However, it is possible to prevent these complications by choosing a specialist dentist, strictly observing oral hygiene and avoiding unnatural pressure on the laminate, and in case of problems, there are appropriate treatment methods, which often include restoration, replacement of the laminate, or specialized dental treatments. ** Reasons for dental laminate complications **
In this section, we mention the most important reasons for the complications and negative effects of **dental laminate**, which it is better to get to know before doing it. ### **excessive shaving of tooth enamel**
In order for the dentist to be able to install the laminate veneer on your tooth, he needs to shave some of the tooth enamel. If this sensitivity is short-term, it is not a problem, but if the sensitivity increases, it should be treated. ### **Insufficient skills and experience of the dentist**
The skill and experience of the dentist in doing laminate is very important, and if the dentist is not an expert, he cannot install the laminate properly, and it can cause problems such as improper installation that causes inflammation and swelling of the gums, too much sharpening of the enamel, and the mismatch of the color of the laminate with the teeth. ### **Low quality materials and laminate glue**
Another problem that can increase the negative consequences of laminate is the use of low-quality ceramic or porcelain and low-quality laminate glue, which eventually causes the laminate to break, crack, or change its color as quickly as possible. These problems cause decay and accumulation of bacteria and damage to the tooth under the laminate. ### **Non-observance of oral and dental hygiene**
You may think that laminates are better than teeth or that they do not require special care, but this is not the case at all, and even the resistance of laminates is less than natural teeth and they need more care. If you do not observe oral and dental hygiene, such as brushing with the right toothpaste and flossing, eventually the proliferation of bacteria and dental plaques will increase and will first damage the laminate and then the tooth under the laminate. ### **Abnormal habits and pressures on the laminate**
Among these bad habits, we can mention teeth grinding, which means clenching and grinding the teeth involuntarily or biting on hard materials such as ice, nuts, seeds, and candies. Due to the fact that the laminate material is thinner than natural teeth, the possibility of damage to it increases. **Common side effects of dental laminate**
Among the most common disadvantages and side effects of dental laminates, the following can be mentioned:
### **Sensitivity of teeth to cold, heat and pressure**
If the tooth enamel is shaved too much, the tooth may become sensitive to cold, heat, pressure, and sugary and acidic foods that when the laminated tooth comes into contact with it, it will cause pain and burning. It is not a problem if it is short-term; But if it persists, you should see a specialist dentist. ### **breaking or filling the laminate**
Dental implants may have high resistance; But they are not more resistant than natural teeth and can break, crack or chip if hit. If the laminate breaks, it cannot be repaired and must be replaced with new laminates. ### **Inflammation and swelling of the gums around the laminated tooth**
Usually, this problem is caused by not properly installing the laminate on the tooth and putting pressure on the gums around it. Improper installation causes irritation and pressure on the gums and eventually causes swelling and redness, and with open seams between the laminate and teeth or gums, there is a possibility of bacteria accumulation, which can eventually cause tooth infection or tooth abscess. ### **tooth decay under laminate**
The main reason for this decay is due to the lack of oral and dental hygiene, which causes the accumulation of bacteria that first damage the laminate and then the tooth below it, causing **tooth decay** under the laminate, and this decay can also damage the adjacent teeth. ### **Changing the color of the laminate to dark or brown**
Apart from observing oral and dental hygiene, not matching the type, color and material of the laminate with the tooth can also cause its color to change in the short or long term. Also, using the wrong glue will change the color of the laminate. ### **Bad breath like infection or stench**
If the laminate is not installed correctly, you do not observe oral and dental hygiene, and the accumulation of bacteria causes a dental infection, which can cause bad breath and bitterness in the mouth. This smell is usually due to infection and the formation of pus in the laminate or the tooth underneath. **Less common and rare side effects of dental laminate**
The complications of dental laminate that were mentioned earlier were actually side effects that were among the most common; But along with them, there are also a series of risks and disadvantages of laminate that may cause serious problems, the most important of which are the following:
### **Damage to the nerve or tooth root**
Usually, this issue is due to excessive shaving of the tooth enamel, which causes damage to the underlying tissues, first the tooth pulp and then the tooth root. If it can be treated, the dentist can treat the root and pulp with denervation. ### **Loose or falling laminate**
Usually, laminates are attached to the teeth with a special adhesive and it is very rare for them to fall or loosen. However, reasons such as severe teeth grinding or applying too much pressure, such as untying knots and packages, can cause the laminate to loosen and fall, and in this case it must be replaced. ### **Complete tooth loss under laminate**
Usually, if the tooth decay under the laminate is such that all parts of the tooth, such as tooth enamel, pulp, root, crown and dentin, are damaged and cannot be repaired even with root canal treatment, there is no other option left for you except tooth extraction. **Important points about the irreversibility of laminate**
To perform lamination, a small or large amount of tooth enamel is usually shaved, which is not reversible in any way, and for this reason, it is better to familiarize yourself with its irreversible points before doing it. - Usually, a large part of the tooth enamel is shaved off, which cannot be repaired in any way. - By removing the laminate, the tooth will not return to its original state, and you may need a dental composite to restore it in the long term. - In case of breakage or damage, the laminate cannot be repaired and must be replaced. - When tooth enamel is shaved, sensitivity to cold and heat increases and becomes permanent. - Under no circumstances should you neglect laminate care and oral hygiene for even one day. **Prevention and methods to reduce dental laminate complications**
In order to minimize the risks and complications of dental laminate, you can use the following recommendations. - Choosing a specialist and experienced dentist for laminate installation. - Complete compliance with oral and dental hygiene, such as regular brushing with a soft toothbrush, using dental floss and mouthwash. - Avoiding chewing on hard and hard substances such as tea leaves, ice and nuts, which may break or separate the laminate. - Avoiding high consumption of colored and acidic foods and drinks such as coffee, tea, carbonated drinks and citrus fruits to prevent color change and laminate damage. - No smoking because smoking has a great negative effect on the durability and appearance of laminate. - Managing tooth sensitivity by using anti-allergic toothpastes and avoiding very cold or very hot foods and drinks. - Regular visits to the dentist to check the health of the laminate and timely repair in case of problems. **Treatment solutions for dental laminate complications**
Whether you want it or not, the complications of dental laminate and its side effects may bother you, but you don't need to worry at all. If you suffer from these problems, you can treat these complications with the following recommendations or consultation with a specialist dentist. ### **Treatment of laminated tooth sensitivity**
For this purpose, it is enough to use hypoallergenic toothpastes that have the ability to block tooth pores and prevent nerve irritation. You can use fluoride therapy or fluoride gels prescribed by a dentist to strengthen tooth enamel. ### **Treatment of fracture and lip filling of laminate**
If your laminate is made of composite material, the dentist can easily repair them. But if the laminate is made of ceramic laminate, these laminates must be replaced with a new laminate because they cannot be repaired. ### **Treatment of gingivitis around laminated teeth**
To solve the problem of gingivitis, you can take measures such as maintaining oral and dental hygiene, such as regular brushing and flossing, using the right mouthwash, polishing and cleaning the edges of the laminate, and in case of malignant gingivitis and improper installation, replace it completely. ### **Treatment of tooth decay under laminate**
First, the dentist carefully removes the laminate, treats the decay in the tooth enamel or pulp and the tooth root, and after finishing it, he must install a new laminate on the tooth and stick it with a special adhesive. ### **Treatment of tooth nerve damage under laminate**
If damage and decay has reached the root or pulp of the tooth, the dentist must treat it by denervation, and in this case, the previous laminate must be removed, denervation must be performed, and then the new laminate must be installed and glued on the tooth.
