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What Happens to the Teeth Underneath Veneers over Time?

asked 2 years ago by Hollywood Princess in Charlotte, NC
Latest answer by Paul D. Kantor, DDS
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I am thinking about getting (6) Veneers, but I am worried about a few things. Overtime, what happens to my REAL teeth underneath, are they going to rot? Will Veneers make my breath stink? Thank you!

5 answers to What Happens to the Teeth Underneath Veneers over Time?

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Nothing should happen under properly veneered teeth over time

As long as veneers were properly bonded and and are well maintained (brushing and flossing), the teeth underneath are isolated from the oral environment. This means nothing will happen to them. When they are sealed off in this way, there is no odor and no decay.
Paul D. Kantor, DDS

Cleveland Cosmetic Dentist
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Usually, nothing at all happens to teeth underneath veneers

Tooth structure beneath veneers usually have nothing significant happen to them over time. If maintained properly, nothing happens that would not ordinarily happen.  Over time, teeth naturally darken or yellow. If the veneers are extremely thin, this discoloration MAY show through, but not necessarily.
Lance Timmerman, DMD

Seattle Cosmetic Dentist
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Your teeth will not rot from veneers over time

As your already know veneers are a thin porcelain facing that is bonded to the front surfaces of your teeth. Before the veneers are bonded, the teeth that will receive the veneers are disinfected and a composite cement is used to seal the teeth under the veneers. This seal is very strong and should not allow for contamination of the teeth under the veneers. Thus because the teeth are sealed under the veneers there should be no risk for odors which is a may be a result of bacteria. When... more
Ryan Sellinger, DMD

Manhattan Cosmetic Dentist
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What happens to veneered teeth over time

Excellent question. As long as an experienced cosmetic dentist did the work, and you take care of your teeth and veneers as instructed, your teeth will remain healthy over time. An experienced dentist will give you a result that looks good, feels good, and lasts a long time.
Susan Goode Estep, DMD

Atlanta Cosmetic Dentist

www.atlantadentalspa.com

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Good Veneer or Lumineers last for a long time

It depends on your maintenance and oral health situation. A good porcelain veneer or a lumineer with a good maintenance cab last for a long long time.
Bruce Vafa, DDS

Beverly Hills Cosmetic Dentist

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