Due to a childhood accident, I lost parts of each of my two front teeth. I have had bonding in place since the age of 10. Now at 26, I am financially ready for veneers but the dentist I saw recommended getting 6 for "maximum symmetry". I feel that is excessive and will not give the natural look I want. What are your thoughts on getting just the front 2 teeth done VS having 4 or 6 veneers put in. Thank you for your time.
Answer: Number of veneers depends on goals Most people, when investing in their smile, desire whiter teeth AND have them match in all lighting situations. In these cases, 8-10 veneers is best. If color and metamerism aren't an issue, then I would suggest 2. Perhaps 4 if there were any issues with the laterals. I rarely agree with 6 as a good number. The attached video explains.
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Answer: Number of veneers depends on goals Most people, when investing in their smile, desire whiter teeth AND have them match in all lighting situations. In these cases, 8-10 veneers is best. If color and metamerism aren't an issue, then I would suggest 2. Perhaps 4 if there were any issues with the laterals. I rarely agree with 6 as a good number. The attached video explains.
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Answer: Should I get 2,4 or 6 upper veneers One of the most common reasons patients come in to get porcelain veneers is to fix their teeth from a childhood accident. Many times their family dentist will do emergency bonding to fix cracked or chipped front teeth. While this solution is a good temporary fix, bonding rarely comes out looking as natural as enamel, and it discolors and stains over time.
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Answer: Should I get 2,4 or 6 upper veneers One of the most common reasons patients come in to get porcelain veneers is to fix their teeth from a childhood accident. Many times their family dentist will do emergency bonding to fix cracked or chipped front teeth. While this solution is a good temporary fix, bonding rarely comes out looking as natural as enamel, and it discolors and stains over time.
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December 15, 2016
Answer: 2 veneers or 6? If you like the size, shape and color of your teeth, and simply don't like the look of the old bonding, 2 veneers should be just fine. You can always whiten your teeth prior to the veneers for a better look, without being that much more costly or aggressive. If you want a more perfect smile than 6 veneers is best (sometimes even 8 or 10!)Steven M. Goldy DDS
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December 15, 2016
Answer: 2 veneers or 6? If you like the size, shape and color of your teeth, and simply don't like the look of the old bonding, 2 veneers should be just fine. You can always whiten your teeth prior to the veneers for a better look, without being that much more costly or aggressive. If you want a more perfect smile than 6 veneers is best (sometimes even 8 or 10!)Steven M. Goldy DDS
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December 14, 2016
Answer: Two Veneers or More? If you are happy with the shade, condition, and position of your other teeth, two veneers done by an experienced Cosmetic dentist with a great lab should fill the bill.Four veneers are easier to do for the dental team- blending the shade amongst 4 teethIs less involved than doing two teeth.You stated you want a natural look, so do just two teeth. However, do you think you want to whiten your teeth now or in the future ? If so, factor that in your timeline.My experience is that when we start in on whitening and doing even just two veneers, the patient really wants the "natural look" to be whiter and brighter than their current shade of teeth. Will you get caught up in the excitement?
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December 14, 2016
Answer: Two Veneers or More? If you are happy with the shade, condition, and position of your other teeth, two veneers done by an experienced Cosmetic dentist with a great lab should fill the bill.Four veneers are easier to do for the dental team- blending the shade amongst 4 teethIs less involved than doing two teeth.You stated you want a natural look, so do just two teeth. However, do you think you want to whiten your teeth now or in the future ? If so, factor that in your timeline.My experience is that when we start in on whitening and doing even just two veneers, the patient really wants the "natural look" to be whiter and brighter than their current shade of teeth. Will you get caught up in the excitement?
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December 15, 2016
Answer: Porcelain veneers Thanks for your question. looking at your picture, an experienced cosmetic dentist can do 2 veneers and make your smile very natural. However if the shape of your laterals bother you, then I suggest you do 4 veneers. But if you were my child, I would not do more than 2 veneers.
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December 15, 2016
Answer: Porcelain veneers Thanks for your question. looking at your picture, an experienced cosmetic dentist can do 2 veneers and make your smile very natural. However if the shape of your laterals bother you, then I suggest you do 4 veneers. But if you were my child, I would not do more than 2 veneers.
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