I there a better shape to these veneers? (photo)

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I have had veneers to address a missing R lateral incisor (as a kid I had braces to move the canine forward, and had a veneer, but over time a gap developed and the veneer needed replaced). Now I have six veneers. largely happy with them, but there is a horsey-ness, and I am wondering if I should ask the edges to be rounded a bit? Or how can it be more natural? Perhaps I just need to get used to them? I have been told I might need to do 8-10 total to soften the total effect.

Santiago Lopez, DDS · Answer

When a patient decides to complete veneers as cosmetic option to enhance his/her smile, they have to take in consideration the process prior to the preparation of the veneers. The professional in charge, has to evaluate not only the teeth, but also the facial features and facial characters that are unique to the patient in question. This process is called digital smile design, where the clinician needs to understand that the shape, proportion and shade selection of the new teeth, have to match the patient's features, so the new smile can look natural, appealing and is always in aid of the facial proportions of the patient. Hence the importance of an expert, because I have seen many shapes of teeth that don't match the face or vice versa, and that is when the teeth look awkward. I suggest to get the opinion of a professional that specializes in smile design and that can give you different smile proposals before even touching the teeth.

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