What Do I Do if my Porcelain Veneer Isn't Bonded Correctly?

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I can still suck the air/water from in between my natural tooth and the veneer. What should I do? I am trying to not return to my previous dentist since they didn't seem very caring of my concerns.

Norman Huefner, DDS · Answer

If there is "a gap" between your veneer and tooth, then the porcelain veneer must be replaced.  If you do not have this done the space will harbor bacteria which will smell, have a bad taste and likely discolor the underlying tooth.  Worse than that, the bacteria will eventually cause tooth decay under the veneer.

	If your veneer was recently done most ethical cosmetic dentists will replace the veneer without hesitation.  If you do not feel comfortable returning to the dentist who placed the veneers, then definitely seek out a cosmetic dentist who you trust.  The down side of not replacing the veneer with the defective bond is not worth risking!

Ali Makhmalbaf, DDS · Answer

When you have sensitivity after bondin, it means margins are not sealed correctly. Ideally you have to redo the porcelain veneer to be able to place it correctly and seal all margins.

Lilya Horowitz, DDS · Answer

If you do not want to see your previous dentist, the only solution is to find another dentist to replace the veneer that is not bonded correctly.

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