Is it safe to put attachments and glue on porcelain veneers?

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I have 6 porcelain veneers on my top front teeth. I asked my ortho if we can avoid attachments on my veneers. I’m on my 2nd set of veneers. They are 12 yrs old, expensive & in good shape. I can’t handle getting new veneers. My ortho said that they need to at least put attachmnts on my outter veneers. I’m extremely hesitant on putting attachmnts on them. I need them to stay in good shape. Is it safe to put attachments/glue on porcelain veneers? Is there any risk in chips, cracks, color damage, etc to veneers from attachmeents?

Richard Gochman, DDS (retired) · Answer

I would try to avoid attachments on your veneers. There is definitely a risk involved. If you are on your 2 Nd set of veneers, and are happy- what are you trying to change orthodontically?  if it is straightening your lower teeth, that can probably be accomplished without moving  the uppers. 
You should get several opinions before beginning treatment

Is it safe to put attachments and glue on porcelain veneers?

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