Root canals from having Porcelain Veneers removed?

Hello there,Sometimes just the removal of the crown or veneer may cause increased sensitivity that results in the need for a root canal.  However, every tooth that has a crown or veneer removed does not necessarily need a root canal.  It really depends on the patient and the techniques involved in removal.  Maybe your dentist is just trying to warn you that there are risks involved.  Good luck and I hope this helps. Follow me if you have more questions.Sarah Thompson, DMDReal Self 100

Hi, any work being done on the teeth mean trauma to the nerve system to some extent. The work has to be balanced by weighing health or cosmetic gain versus the damage and possibility of nerve death. Normally just changing the veneers won't create need for root canal if extreme precaution is taken in removing them and lot of water cooling while drilling. Still difficult to predict unless seen. Sometimes veneers can be altered a little bit to satisfy your desires. See if thats a possibility. 

If your teeth are healthy underneath, and are not over-prepared, root canals will not be necessary after removal of the porcelain veneers.  There is always a risk of a root canal whenever a tooth is worked on, because the nerve can be traumatized, however, that's rarely the case.  If you are not happy with your veneers, I would definitely have them redone.  Additionally, if your dentist says you need the root canals, I would get a second opinion from an endodontist.

Sorry to hear that you are not happy with the results of your cosmetic veneers.  It is something that unfortunately does happen.  In terms of removing them anything you prepare a tooth you risk having nerve damage to it.  Is it rare, yes, should you expect it,no.  The dentist is letting you know the possibility in case it does happen so you are well informed.  Good luck

Any time a tooth is worked on it is traumatized on a cellular level. The more times a tooth has treatment the greater the chances for a root canal being necessary down the road. If your dentist uses caution not to take off any more tooth structure and lots of water to cool the tooth while he is working on it your chances of needing a root canal are reduced. There are no guarantees one way or the other in this situation. Before you remove the current veneers be sure that you can explain exactly what you don't like and what you would like changed. Before the new veneers are placed ask to see them. It is much easier to make changes before they are permanently placed in your mouth than after.

If the teeth are comfortable and healthy, removing porcelain veneers usually will not end up requiring root canal treatment.  There is always a risk when working on a tooth that the nerve can be traumatized and a root canal will be needed, but I would not live with a smile I am unhappy with because of the small risk