My Front Porcelain Veneer Chipped in Half, I Have the Broken Piece, Can It Be Glued Back?

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my porcelain veneer on my front upper tooth just chipped off in half top to bottom. I have the broken piece. Can it be glued back or bonded back in & will it stay & how nmuch will that cost in NYC? Thank you & kind regards,

Lance Timmerman, DMD, MAGD · Answer

While the piece of the veneer CAN be bonded back in place, it likely won't last long and will eventually stain.  For a short term solution, that may work, but in the long run you will want to get it replaced.

Gerry Curatola, DDS · Answer

A porcelain veneer that breaks in half can be repaired, especially if you have the broken piece. Matching the shade of the luting cement (glue) can also be done. However, you should be aware that staining along the fracture line often creates a problem ahead and you should consider remaking the veneer for a better long lasting finish.

Mauricio C. Tijerino, DMD · Answer

However, I would no guarrantee how long it will last. I have done a few of these and some have lasted 2-3 years, at which time the veneer had to be re-done. Others are still going strong after 3 yrs. If you want to avoid another breakage (usually happens on a friday night or when you are on a trip) then consider having it re-done.

	The piece must be intact and fit perfectly back in. Also it must be re-bonded following all the original steps.

	I'm in Miami Beach and charge around $275 to re-bond a veneer. (whole or piece since it the same amount of work).

	Good luck

	Dr. T

Jay Neuhaus, DDS · Answer

Quite often I've been successful at rebonding half of a Veneer using a translucent bonding agent. The seem is virtually invisible. Fees will vary depending on whether the dentist originally made the Veneer, or whether you are a new patient with no prior record. It also depends on whether it was a "clean break" with no missing porcelain. The real question to ask is "Why did the Veneer break?" If there is a problem with your occlusion (bite), that should also be addressed.

Gonzaga Tabares, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hello,
If you have the half piece it can always be bonded back. However, I would recommend having that whole veneer itself fixed to avoid future cracks and just for a better look and security.

My Front Porcelain Veneer Chipped in Half, I Have the Broken Piece, Can It Be Glued Back?

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My Front Porcelain Veneer Chipped in Half, I Have the Broken Piece, Can It Be Glued Back?

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