The standard number of teeth that can be treated for a porcelain smile makeover is 8, and can often be 10 or more. While the shade CAN be matched, there is the issue of metamerism (when light reacts with different materials in a different way). In certain lighting situations, they may look exact, yet in... more
Can veneers match teeth exactly in color?
I have just had a brace taken off and have gaps in my front teeth. I am meant to be having eight veneers but now have doubts.
My teeth all appear to be quite good apart from gaps at front and worn down through bite not right. However they are not stained and in good condition. I also do not like the idea of wearing a permanent hard retainer at night forever.
What alternatives are there. Would just two front veneers look odd?
3 answers to “Can veneers match teeth exactly in...”
A: Two veneers will work
A good orthodontist would have closed the gaps, if that's what you wanted; Or he could have spaced out the gaps in preparation for the veneers.
A: Veneers to close gaps
An experienced cosmetic dentist can measure your teeth and the gaps to predict how your smile will look with 2 vs 8 veneers. If the front gap is very large, the 2 veneers may end up making your 2 front teeth look way too big (Chicklet-like). Get more than one opinion, visit more than one office. Look... more
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