The last year I've been under severe stress. This has caused grinding of my teeth not front teeth but back. When I smile specifically numbers 14,15, 24, and 25 are really worn down. I do not like how this makes my smile less youthful. What would be the best option from bonding to porcelain crowns or veneers? Thanks in advance.
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More likely than not, the veneers can be redone if you are unhappy with how they look. The color of your veneers can be affected by the material of the ceramic, the cement used to secure the veneers, the color of your natural teeth underneath the veneers, and the type of lighting in your...
Without seeing a picture it's tuff to give an accurate answer. However, the front teeth have a lot of enamel on the edges, sometimes 3-4mm before the underlying dentin is exposed (nerve bearing weaker tooth). This allows a dentist to reduce and reshape the front teeth with...
I agree with the other dentists on your question - it is very possible there is a problem with the bonding.
There is a possibility however that your tooth is 'blushing'. This is where the preparation of the tooth went very close to the pulp and there is shine through of the pulp. The...
