Claire L. — 8 Handcrafted Porcelain Veneers
Correction of chipped incisal enamel, micro-spacing, and uneven tooth display in a concert pianist seeking authentic luminescence.
Initial Clinical Presentation
Final Aesthetic Outcome
Initial Patient Concerns
Claire presented to Lumière concerned about cumulative wear on her upper anterior teeth. As an international concert pianist, she regularly performs under stage lighting where discoloration, chipped enamel edges, and uneven optical reflection caused her deep self-consciousness during post-concert interviews and patron receptions.
Diagnostic Findings & Treatment Plan
- Incisal tooth loss of 1.5mm on teeth #8 and #9 due to nocturnal bruxism.
- Asymmetrical smile arc, with the left quadrant sitting 1.2mm higher than the right.
- Intrinsic dentin yellowing unresponsive to previous chemical bleaching.
- Periodontal tissue stable with 2mm pocket depths throughout.
Dr. Elena Moreau designed a micro-preparation restorative plan consisting of 8 custom layered feldspathic porcelain laminates (teeth #4 through #11). Using our 3D Digital Smile System, we lengthened the central incisors by 1.4mm to re-establish proper youthful tooth reveal in repose.
"Dr. Moreau listened to my desire for subtlety. I did not want blinding white plastic chiclets—I wanted elegance, warmth, and teeth that looked like they belonged to me. The test-drive preview gave me total confidence, and the final result exceeded my wildest expectations."
Case Specifications
Doctor Notes
"Claire's case required extreme micro-conservation. We conserved 96% of her healthy virgin enamel by utilizing 0.25mm ceramic margins and rounded internal preparation geometry. Her smile arc now perfectly follows the curvature of her lower vermilion border."