What options do I have for correcting opaque veneers? (Photo)

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Front 4 teeth are a crown and 3 veneers after a tooth injury. People have been asking if my teeth are fake and it has been making me very self conscious! But a brand new set would cost me a lot. Was wondering if there is anything else to try to revise and make them look more natural before committing to A new set

Arash Hosseini, DDS · Answer

Great question. Most patients focus on whiteness and opacity when it comes to dental restorations. However, what is really standing out to people (even though they aren't realizing it) is the ANATOMY of these restorations. Overall, these restorations are a bit bulky and rounded. They lack the natural shape and outlines that is most desirable. Your restorations almost appear to be "no-prep" or "minimal prep", meaning the doctor did not (or was requested not to) "shave" the teeth sufficiently to create the required space for ceramic. Without adequate preparation, it is almost impossible to achieve natural teeth anatomy, and thus, a bulky and fake result occurs. So in summary, the opacity of these restorations are not what is drawing peoples attention (even though many will say it)!

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