A technique to remove polymerized excess resin cement from interproximal regions following bonding of porcelain laminate veneers

Successful and long-lasting outcomes of porcelain laminate veneers (PLVs) depend on technique-sensitive bonding protocols,1,2 and the removal of excess resin cement from the margins and interproximal areas of the PLV is essential. Different methods have been described for excess cement removal, including dental floss, interproximal strips, interproximal brushes, surgical blades, matrix bands, and nylon ligatures.2–6 However, overly aggressive removal of the excess cement from interproximal surfaces before complete polymerization may cause PLV dislodgement.