Are you able to add more porcelain to existing porcelain veneers to close gap?

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Two front teeth are half porcelain veneers, root is still original tooth. Front teeth are gapped had braces twice & Frenectomy surgery , gap came back. Are you able to add more porcelain to exsiting veneer to close gap ? Or would I have to replace entire veneers to close gap ?

George Tsangaroulis, DDS · Answer

That's a good question, it is possible to either bond porcelain or composite to existing porcelain veneers.  A skilled dentist can probably use composite in the office as a faster, more economical option, as long as it's a good, high-quality composite.  Another option to close the gap is to redo Orthodontics - braces or Invisalign.  Invisalign might be a better option for you so that you don't damage the porcelain.  And then have the orthodontist make you both a fixed retainer wire bonded onto the back of the teeth as well as a removable retainer or nightguard.  An alternative is to redo the veneers to close the gap, but be careful because you will have size discrepancies and asymmetry, particularly the width of the teeth since you are dealing with spaces.  So you may end up with large teeth.  If you decide to go this route, be sure to have your dentist obtain a diagnostic waxup prototype prior to treatment so that you can see what the outcome will be.  And then after the new veneers are placed, have an orthodontist also bond a fixed wire retainer and a removable retainer and/or nightguard so that the teeth don't move again.  Best of luck!

Navid Zamani, DMD · Answer

Hi, typically without changing the veneers you are unable to close the gaps with composite resins.However you may want to consider having orthodontic treatment and having a fixed retainer placed in the back of the teeth to keep the teeth from separating. It would be a much simpler and straightforward option and easier for you. Consider using Invisalign for this treatment. All the best.

Amber Garcia, DDS · Answer

For longevity and the best esthetic outcome, I would recommend new veneers. You may be able to bond onto the veneers, but that usually falls off.

Kourosh Maddahi, DDS · Answer

Hi:Bonding which is a resin material can be added, however porcelain can not be added without using an oven.Best,Dr. Maddahi

Andy Shieh, DMD · Answer

Unfortunately you can not add more porcelain to existing veneers. You also can not add composite bonding on existing porcelain veneers. To close the gaps, either Invisalign or new veneers.

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