How Soon Can I Go Back to Work After Porcelain Veneers?

Question

Can i go back to work right after my veneers are set.  I don't have much vacation time and can't be sick for more than a day or 2.

Lance Timmerman, DMD, MAGD · Answer

While more teeth are involved, the post operative experience is similar to having a filling.  You are numb, but that is about it. 
Unless you were sedated for the procedure, you could leave the dental office and go directly to work if you desired.

Sylvan Fain, DDS · Answer

You could go back to the work the next day. You may not want to go back the same day as most dentist give anesthetic on the delivery appointment and your lips may be numb.

Gerry Curatola, DDS · Answer

In most cases, the finishing and insertion of your porcelain veneers by the dentist, does not necessitate taking time off, as is possible in a dental implant surgery or gum surgery. The only work recommendation I have after your veneers are completed is to wear sunglasses...Okay just kidding. I would expect you to be pretty excited about your new smile and anxious to flash it off to a jealous coworker!

	One proviso: I would be a little cautious about your diet and gradually choose foods that are harder to chew as there may be an adjustment phase with your new veneers- so lay off the BBQ ribs at the office party.

John Whittemore, DDS · Answer

Unless you are sedated for the appointment, you could go right to work after your appointment.  Granted you'll be a little tired - it takes a few hours and it's tiring to sit still that long (think of a car or plane trip).  Best of luck!

Benjamin S. Fiss, DDS · Answer

You can go back to work immediately the one problem is anesthetic &ndash; which effects eating and speaking usually this wears off with in 1-2 hours.

How Soon Can I Go Back to Work After Porcelain Veneers?

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Answer: Same day often

Answer: Same day often

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Answer: You'll be fine after veneers

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How Soon Can I Go Back to Work After Porcelain Veneers?

Answers (9)

Answer: Same day often

Answer: Same day often

Answer: You'll be fine after veneers

Answer: You'll be fine after veneers

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