I am 34 y.o. and my teeth needed annual dental work ever since I was in preschool. I brush my teeth twice a day, floss after each meal, don't eat candy, and don't drink any soft drinks, but all my effort doesn't do a thing, because every year I get on average 2 cavities. So my question is since I already have my front teeth drilled several times, will I get cavities after I cover them with veneers? Is there better alternative for my drilled in and out teeth? Thanks.
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Answer: Porcelain veneers MAY protect teeth from cavities
Many dentists opt for crowns because they have had a few bad experiences with veneers. Most of these dentists have probably prepped the teeth too deep and are trying to bond to dentin instead of enamel. The enamel bond is very strong and provides a lot of strength to the porcelain...
My guess is that you can expect to pay anywhere from $800 to $1800 per veneer. This depends on where you live and what the costs are relative to that area. That said, most dentists are on the same playing field when it comes to the price they pay to have the porcelain veneer made...
Case selection is very critical when it comes to planning a "no-prep" or minimal prep case. If the teeth already look bigger than average, it may be more difficult to do a no-prep veneer and have it look natural. If you have any doubt about the outcome, you can always do a mock-up and...
