How can I improve my porcelain veneers on my lateral incisors?

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I have porcelain veneers on my lateral incisors and I don't like how they look. I feel they are too long and too large giving me an unnatural smile. I feel my central incisors lose their focus as they are dominated by the laterals. Is this is a correct assessment? I feel there is a large difference between my trial smile (more natural) and end result. What feedback can I provide my next dentist to improve the end result?

Abdul K. Khan, DMD · Answer

Hey! Firstly, your smile is beautiful. I can see how the laterals might feel larger than you wanted them to be but they actually look good when looking at overall. What really matters is how you feel about them and what you want. Luckily, it isn to impossible to replace old veneers. I would tell your next dentist that you want a master ceramist to plan the lateral incisors and have them slightly smaller than what you have. I would see if you can wear them temporarily to make sure you like them before cementing permanently. Hope that helps!

How can I improve my porcelain veneers on my lateral incisors?

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