Causes of Grey Lines on Veneers 1 Year Post Op?

February 18, 2012
Asked By:Tania Sm

Hi, I had 8 veneers placed on my upper teeth about 12 month ago. Recently I started noticing grey lines near the gum line which made veneers look darker than they were. When I went for a second opinion to the different dentist, she said veneers were not bonded properly and moreover, the shape of them not smooth enough under the gum line which creates a "shelf" for bacteria to grow (x-ray showed no cavity under veneers though). Could this be a cause of these gray rims near the gum line?

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February 19, 2012

Answer: Grey lines under porcelain veneers usually means contamination

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Answer: Grey lines under porcelain veneers usually means contamination

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May 31, 2012

Answer: Could be stain, could be metal

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Answer: Could be stain, could be metal

February 19, 2012

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February 19, 2012

Answer: Grey line at margin of veneers

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