My teeth were terribly discolored because I took a lot of Tetracyclines when I was little. Please see the enclosed pics and give me some advice on which method I should use. I consulted with several cosmetic dentists and got different recommendations. The last Doctor (accrediated by AACD) said I should put crowns on all 18 teeth. That scared me as I know this process will significantly cut down my teeth. I have not made my decision yet. Please give me the pros and cons of each method. Thank you
Answer: The decision is yours to make David- I'm sure you've received all the pros and cons you need to make the decision for yourself. While there is artistry involved in dentistry, the materials used for crowns and veneers is mostly the same, ceramic. A more opaque ceramic blocks out the tooth color behind the crown or veneer but looks less natural. The coverage of the tooth varies, veneering covers a minimum and crowns cover all of the tooth will effect the overall look. Bonding is the least permanent fix but the results will be much less effective.
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Answer: The decision is yours to make David- I'm sure you've received all the pros and cons you need to make the decision for yourself. While there is artistry involved in dentistry, the materials used for crowns and veneers is mostly the same, ceramic. A more opaque ceramic blocks out the tooth color behind the crown or veneer but looks less natural. The coverage of the tooth varies, veneering covers a minimum and crowns cover all of the tooth will effect the overall look. Bonding is the least permanent fix but the results will be much less effective.
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Answer: Bonding vs. crown vs. veneers Hi:In your case the color will come through the bonding, so this is not a treatment of choice. My preference is to do emax veneers on the top teeth and bottom front teeth and crown on lower back teeth so as to conserve as much tooth structure as possible. Make sure this work is done by a experienced cosmetic dentist that works with a master technician so that work looks aesthetic and natural.
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Answer: Bonding vs. crown vs. veneers Hi:In your case the color will come through the bonding, so this is not a treatment of choice. My preference is to do emax veneers on the top teeth and bottom front teeth and crown on lower back teeth so as to conserve as much tooth structure as possible. Make sure this work is done by a experienced cosmetic dentist that works with a master technician so that work looks aesthetic and natural.
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July 17, 2017
Answer: Covering Over Tetracycline Stained Teeth Your dentist is correct in recommending crowns over. I ding or veneers. There is one simple reason to choose crowns- blocking out the underlying discoloration. Bonding and veneers do not block out the discoloration which means that the tetracycline color will always shine through and affect the desired color. Certain crowns have the ability to completely block out the discoloration and allow for a new shade to be present that is unaltered by stain.
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July 17, 2017
Answer: Covering Over Tetracycline Stained Teeth Your dentist is correct in recommending crowns over. I ding or veneers. There is one simple reason to choose crowns- blocking out the underlying discoloration. Bonding and veneers do not block out the discoloration which means that the tetracycline color will always shine through and affect the desired color. Certain crowns have the ability to completely block out the discoloration and allow for a new shade to be present that is unaltered by stain.
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July 19, 2017
Answer: Bonding, porcelain veneers, we're crowns for tetracycline stained teeth? Is that your normal bite or are you protruding your jaw forward? It would be best to have your underbite corrected(if that is your correct bite) prior to proceeding with any type of restoration. Your lower teeth protrude and they made protrude even further if orthodontics is not done first and your teeth are not prepared sufficiently. At your current bite, your upper teeth must be prepared properly so that they will not interfere with your lower teeth when you bite down. Without orthodontics, your restorations will be susceptible to premature breakage if your bite is not correct.
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July 19, 2017
Answer: Bonding, porcelain veneers, we're crowns for tetracycline stained teeth? Is that your normal bite or are you protruding your jaw forward? It would be best to have your underbite corrected(if that is your correct bite) prior to proceeding with any type of restoration. Your lower teeth protrude and they made protrude even further if orthodontics is not done first and your teeth are not prepared sufficiently. At your current bite, your upper teeth must be prepared properly so that they will not interfere with your lower teeth when you bite down. Without orthodontics, your restorations will be susceptible to premature breakage if your bite is not correct.
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