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What happens if I don’t like my porcelain veneers after I get them?

I am considering porcelain veneers. It is their permanency that is making me nervous, though. They are bonded to my teeth. What if I don’t like them? I visited one dentist who showed me digital before and after pictures of myself, but what if the real thing looks bad? What options will I have? How difficult will it be to go back to my natural teeth?– Jules

Jules – When a cosmetic dentist places your porcelain veneers, you will have plenty of input and opportunities to say what you do or don’t like about your smile makeover.

You should have access to the dentist’s smile gallery of patients for whom he or she has placed veneers. Digital images of yourself may also be provided. A wax model of your veneers will also be made. If it is not automatically offered, you can request a try-in model, made of dental composite. The try-in model will give you a precise idea of how the finished product will look and feel.

Dr. Hurley encourages her porcelain veneers patients to let her know if they have any hesitation about the look of the porcelain veneers. If there are any concerns, the veneers will be adjusted or completely remade until you are thrilled with the look of your new smile.

We cannot stress enough the importance of finding an accredited, skilled cosmetic dentist to complete your smile makeover. The results will be long-lasting and amazing. Otherwise, you can end up with veneers that you don’t like. After veneers are bonded to your teeth, the only way to improve your smile is to have the current veneers removed and replaced with new ones.

This post is sponsored by Bedminster, NJ top cosmetic dentist Dr. Allyson Hurley.

 

“Top dentist” ruined my teeth

Over a 2 month period I searched for a top dentist in town. I will let the dentist I found be anonymous but my teeth are now ruined. Nothing is top about them except that they are at the top of the list for the crappiest looking, most expensive teeth in town. You can bet that I have documented all of my discussions with this dentist who claims that I got exactly the look that I asked for. This mix of veneers and crowns is a mess. They are not even color matched. I am self-conscious about smiling which is ridiculous because I smiled before I even got this bogus smile makeover. If I could, I would get my natural teeth back because at least they looked like my own teeth. Not getting this fixed is not an option, but I just don’t know what to do or who to trust. How do I start? Thank you. G.C.

Dear G.C. – We are very sorry to hear about your negative experience. We suggest that you start by asking friends or family members for recommendations for cosmetic dentists. If you can’t get recommendations, search for an accredited cosmetic dentist, or an award-winning cosmetic dentist. A dentist’s website should list verifiable credentials, training, and awards.

After you select two to three cosmetic dentists, schedule a consultation with each of them. Explain your situation, ask the dentist how he or she would resolve the issue, and take notes. Prepare a list of questions about your concerns, and ask away. Ask to see before-and-after pictures of cases like yours that the dentist has completed, or work done by another dentist that he or she has corrected. Also ask for recommendations on how you can be reimbursed, or in some compensated, for the work done by the dentist who placed your crowns and veneers. The dentist you choose will likely be willing to help.

Remember to be patient. The resolution can take time, but with the right cosmetic dentist who has a proven record of being one of the top dentists in your area, your smile can be beautifully restored and look completely natural.

This post is sponsored by Bedminster, NJ cosmetic dentist Dr. Allyson Hurley.

 

Will porcelain veneers help teeth that are brown from medication?

Two years ago I was hospitalized for 5 weeks for an infection that at the time was unidentifiable. I received heavy doses of antibiotic intravenously. During the time I was on the antibiotics I noticed my teeth turning brown. I was told that tooth discoloration is a known side effect of the drug. Although my teeth have lightened a bit over the 2 years that have passed, they are still noticeably brown. Can porcelain veneers help my brown teeth at all or will the brown show through? – Wilda

Wilda – Your teeth need to be examined first, but it is likely that a skilled cosmetic dentist can provide you with porcelain veneers that will conceal the stains, but still look beautifully natural.

We emphasize that you should find a skilled cosmetic dentist because it can be complex to have porcelain manipulated in a way that keeps it translucent while hiding brown stains. If you do not know anyone from whom you can receive a recommendation for a cosmetic dentist, you can do an online search.

Look for an accredited cosmetic dentist, review his or her smile gallery on the website, and contact the office to schedule a consultation. Choose two or three dentists with whom you can schedule a consultation for porcelain veneers. Be prepared to ask questions, and compare the options, costs, and treatment completion times you are given.

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Can my too white veneers be darkened?

I’ve had veneers for 2 years. I did the try in before the permanent ones were made, but I swear the try ins were not this white! When the permanent ones came in, I told my dentist that they were too white but she said that they are the same color as what I tried in and I just needed to get used to them. 2 years later and I hate them. People actually tell me how white my teeth are. Then they ask me if they are my real teeth. I just avoid the story and say Yes. My question is: Can my veneers be darkened or am I stuck with them? Thank you. Kamal

Kamal – Unfortunately, your veneers cannot be darkened. Veneers are stain resistant, and they also resist changes in color. When your veneers are exactly what you want, those are both positive things.

What do you do now? The only option to receive veneers that look natural is to receive new veneers. If you decide to get new veneers in the future, only accept the work of a skilled cosmetic dentist. We recommend an accredited cosmetic dentist. What assurance does this give you? A cosmetic dentist who is accredited by the American Association of Cosmetic Dentistry has completed and passed rigorous oral and written tests. He or she has submitted cosmetic dentistry cases of his or her own patients. These cases were reviewed by long-time experts in cosmetic dentistry. Only with approval of tests and submitted cases can a cosmetic dentist become accredited. It’s not a quick process that any dentist can achieve.

A cosmetic dentist has an artistic approach to designing your smile and will not be satisfied until it is perfect and exactly what you want.

Find a few accredited cosmetic dentists in your area. Request a consultation with each of them. You can ask to see photos of smile makeovers that each dentist has completed. You also can ask questions and discuss your payment options.

This post is sponsored by Bedminster NJ dentist Dr. Allyson Hurley. Dr. Hurley has been voted a top NJ dentist for seven consecutive years.

How old do you have to be to get porcelain veneers?

I just turned 16. After 2 years of wearing braces, I still hate my teeth. I give up. How old do I have to be to get porcelain veneers? - Jazlyn C.

Jazlyn - You can receive veneers as a teenager, but most dentists will probably advise you to wait until your jawbone growth is complete. If you receive veneers before the growth is complete, they will begin to recede at your gumline, and it will be quite noticeable. At that point, you will probably want the veneers replaced.

A single veneer can cost almost $1000—or more, depending on where you live in the country and the skill of the dentist doing the work. Eight veneers are required to cover the upper teeth that show when you smile. So you have to consider if you really want veneers at this point, when you may need to replace them in a few years.

We recommend that you visit a skilled cosmetic dentist. Let the dentist know what you don’t like about your smile. Is it the shape, color, or some other feature? It may be that teeth whitening and/or teeth contouring (reshaping) are all that is needed to enhance your smile. A cosmetic dentist will listen to your goals for your smile, let you know your options, and let you know the right time to do it, based on when your jawbone and teeth are sufficiently developed.

This post is sponsored by top NJ dentist Dr. Allyson Hurley.