My teeth are decayed and chipped. As bad as my teeth are, I will probaly have to get 90% of them pulled. Are these veneers the way to go, and if not what are my other options? Since I'm under 30 years old, I would prefer something more permanent.
Answer: Sometimes things aren't as bad as they seem While you say they may need to be pulled, you may find that they CAN be saved. As a rule of thumb, if they CAN, then it is a good idea to do so. Veneers are great to fix chipped, worn and decayed teeth. If there is a lot of decay, a crown may be more appropriate, but the result is very similar.
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Answer: Sometimes things aren't as bad as they seem While you say they may need to be pulled, you may find that they CAN be saved. As a rule of thumb, if they CAN, then it is a good idea to do so. Veneers are great to fix chipped, worn and decayed teeth. If there is a lot of decay, a crown may be more appropriate, but the result is very similar.
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Answer: So many possibilities The biggest thing is how much money do you have to invest in your smile/mouth reconstruction and makeover? If money is not an issue, then get all of your teeth fixed first (decay elimination with root canal therapies, fillings, etc.), gum disease treated, then crown all of your previous bad teeth. If money is an issue where you can't come up with $20K, then getting your teeth pulled and then dentures will be your only way. Even with your teeth extracted and dentures, you're still looking at $10K+ Either treatment options, keep your teeth and get them fixed versus get rid of your teeth and get denture, both routes will be expensive. Tough tough case. Young patient that needs a full mouth recon.
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Answer: So many possibilities The biggest thing is how much money do you have to invest in your smile/mouth reconstruction and makeover? If money is not an issue, then get all of your teeth fixed first (decay elimination with root canal therapies, fillings, etc.), gum disease treated, then crown all of your previous bad teeth. If money is an issue where you can't come up with $20K, then getting your teeth pulled and then dentures will be your only way. Even with your teeth extracted and dentures, you're still looking at $10K+ Either treatment options, keep your teeth and get them fixed versus get rid of your teeth and get denture, both routes will be expensive. Tough tough case. Young patient that needs a full mouth recon.
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July 20, 2018
Answer: Veneers for Chipped and Decayed Teeth Hello,
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July 20, 2018
Answer: Veneers for Chipped and Decayed Teeth Hello,
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June 6, 2017
Answer: Dental Veneers for Chipped Teeth Dental Veneers can be a great option to restore chipped or decayed teeth. Composite veneers might be a suitable short-term option or you could consider porcelain veneers as a better long-term option. However before veneers could be placed, the underlying teeth should be as healthy as possible. I would certainly advise against pulling your teeth out wherever possible, this option should be reserved as a last resort.
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June 6, 2017
Answer: Dental Veneers for Chipped Teeth Dental Veneers can be a great option to restore chipped or decayed teeth. Composite veneers might be a suitable short-term option or you could consider porcelain veneers as a better long-term option. However before veneers could be placed, the underlying teeth should be as healthy as possible. I would certainly advise against pulling your teeth out wherever possible, this option should be reserved as a last resort.
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April 30, 2016
Answer: Veneers In answer to your question, porcelain veneers would be a great option for you in achieving a more symmetrical, even, and brighter smile. The amount of veneers you need depends on how widely you smile and what your goals are. In most cases 8 or 10 veneers will achieve a beautiful complete result.The procedure takes multiple office visits. It starts with a planning phase where take impressions and photographs and we get a mockup from the lab where we can create a trial smile. You can actually see in our mouth what your smile with veneers would look like. Then after your teeth are prepared you wear temporaries for a few weeks and come in for your final restorations to be cemented permanently. The best candidates for veneers are those with already generally healthy teeth--this may include those with already existing restorations that need to be replaced. Good luck!
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April 30, 2016
Answer: Veneers In answer to your question, porcelain veneers would be a great option for you in achieving a more symmetrical, even, and brighter smile. The amount of veneers you need depends on how widely you smile and what your goals are. In most cases 8 or 10 veneers will achieve a beautiful complete result.The procedure takes multiple office visits. It starts with a planning phase where take impressions and photographs and we get a mockup from the lab where we can create a trial smile. You can actually see in our mouth what your smile with veneers would look like. Then after your teeth are prepared you wear temporaries for a few weeks and come in for your final restorations to be cemented permanently. The best candidates for veneers are those with already generally healthy teeth--this may include those with already existing restorations that need to be replaced. Good luck!
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