I've literally had braces for 5 years (when I was 17-22yrs old). Now I am 32. I went for one consult for veneers the the dentist said I needed Invisalign (the full course which is $5000) before getting veneers done. Something about the consult felt like a cash grab.
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September 21, 2015
Answer: Braces before veneers ... #DrSarahThompson
Several reasons why a veneer can fall off:1. The bite--- you have a very "tight" bite, or grind your teeth, producing a large amount of force that exceeds the bonding to the ceramic. The opposing (lower) teeth can be adjusted, or orthodontic treatment can be initiated.2. The amount of tooth...
Based on your photos, your teeth look pretty good. I would caution you that changing the shape of your canines may change your smile appearance in a way that you are not used to. A short time ago, I had a patient that had nice teeth, but wanted them permanently whitened and her...
Hello Country Girl,No, veneers should not look like dentures. However, many do and this is why. Not all general dentists are cosmetic dentist. Most dentists know how to place crowns and veneers (because they learned this in dental school), but not all dentist know how to place...