After having 16 porcelain veneers on my teeth, I am having tension headaches and 1 episode of vertigo w nauseau/vomiting. I never had these issues previously. The cosmetic dentist thinks it's caused by grinding of teeth and offered a bite adjustment. An orthodontist (2nd opinion)recommended jaw surgery to correct my jaw issues before the veneers were placed. If the tension headaches persist, what can I do?
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May 19, 2017
Answer: Veneers causing tension headaches and vertigo
Your 4 new porcelain veneers are obviously whiter than your other teeth, So the whiter they are the bigger it shows to the eye! In my experience, if there was a change in length or closure of a gap, one usually gets used to it within 2 weeks, however if you have chosen a color much brighter than...
Hi:It is normal to feel the junction between your tooth and the veneer since the veneer does not cover the entire back surface of the tooth. This is one of the reasons why veneer preparation is much more conservative than a crown.Best,Dr. Maddahi
Hi:It's best to take an xray of the tooth and check the nerve to make sure there is no infection. There is a possiblity that the pain is due to either trauma or clenching or grinding pressure as well, in which case it should subside within 7-10 days.Best,Dr. Maddahi