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Replace Old Veneers with New, Not As Happy with the Result As I Had Hoped - Trenton, NJ
UPDATED FROM staceyv64
2 years post
Almost there!
staceyv64May 7, 2017
$2,800
So, I originally started with re-doing 8 teeth - 6 veneers and 2 crowns. I ended up doing 2 more crowns (cha-ching!). I went last Wednesday and 1 stinking tooth on the left just did not sit right. The others were seated and I will go back for the last one next month. I also noticed that the space between Incisor and canine on the right. I don't think it has to do with the gum, veneer just doesn't look wide enough. So I will address that when I return too. Thankfully Dr Marus is a perfectionist- I am sure he will see it too,
Otherwise, everything else looks good and natural, and smaller than the originals. He will do some adjustments/ contouring too. I had the temps for so long that it feels weird to have air go between my teeth now.
Otherwise, everything else looks good and natural, and smaller than the originals. He will do some adjustments/ contouring too. I had the temps for so long that it feels weird to have air go between my teeth now.
UPDATED FROM staceyv64
2 years post
Still in temps
staceyv64April 10, 2017
I went back last week to have the left side redone. One of the newer crowns and veneers were removed as well as another old crown. We didn't realize how much it played a part in the overall look of my smile so I figured I would just get it done. So now, I have temps on 7 teeth. The front 4 have been on since we started this process on Feb 1. I am being super diligent with brushing and using the rinse since I can't floss. I hate the way everything feels and can't wait until the first week of May when my hopefully final appointment is scheduled for. Fingers crossed!
As an aside, Dr Marus and his staff are top notch. He is a perfectionist, which I wholeheartedly appreciate. This is all part of the process - perfection (or close to it) takes time. :>)
As an aside, Dr Marus and his staff are top notch. He is a perfectionist, which I wholeheartedly appreciate. This is all part of the process - perfection (or close to it) takes time. :>)
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UPDATED FROM staceyv64
2 years post
Follow Up
staceyv64March 8, 2017
I've actually been back twice since I last posted. All of the veneers weren't quite right right. Dr. Marus is a perfectionist, which I truly appreciate. I still have temps on the front four, but we will end up redoing the left side (1 crown, 1 veneer and adding 1 more crown). I won't be back until early April. I will post more updates then.
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March 10, 2017
Cool. Keep us updated. Good luck.
March 19, 2017
My redo appt is April 4, the 4 front temps and the 2 on the left side will be cut off and redone. And then I go back May 3. I was hoping it wouldn't be so long but the block of 4 hour appointments are hard to come by. Patience!
In the meantime, I had a HUGE allergic reaction to mango. I don't think it was the mango itself, but the skin, which has the same oils as poison ivy. My lips and mouth swelled and I had to go on prednisone. It was not pretty and very painful. I finally feel normal again. I kinda liked the bigger lips look but I will not put needles in my lips....haha! If you ever eat a mango, don't let the skin touch your face and lips!
In the meantime, I had a HUGE allergic reaction to mango. I don't think it was the mango itself, but the skin, which has the same oils as poison ivy. My lips and mouth swelled and I had to go on prednisone. It was not pretty and very painful. I finally feel normal again. I kinda liked the bigger lips look but I will not put needles in my lips....haha! If you ever eat a mango, don't let the skin touch your face and lips!
March 16, 2017
they look great, but you should've done the bottom jaw (first) instead of focusing on minor imperfections, and probably it's only you that has noticed it.. cause the color is quite different now.
March 17, 2017
those were just the temps - i am not going with that color. the real veneer color is brighter than my lowers, but not nearly as bright as the temps. and i am bleaching the bottoms.
April 2, 2017
Thank you for putting yourself out there for us! I had my first veneers done in 1992 and am thinking about having them redone and the bottom ones, too. I have very discolored teeth from medication my mother took while pregnant with me. I have been self conscious for years. Saving up and hopefully will have the funds next year. You are so generous to share this experience. Good luck!!!!
April 3, 2017
Thank you! The dentist is great but it's been a frustratingly long process. I have been in temps since 2/1. I am thankful for his meticulousness! I think the one thing I have learned is that perfection is in the eye of the beholder and communication is soooo important. I thought perfect veneers would just come from the lab and not have to be altered...well that's not the case. But I'd rather wait to have them all seated at the same time. Tomorrow's appt is that cut off one old crown and a new one and a new veneer that just didn't look right. It will be another month before I can get in after tomorrow because of scheduling. Patience is a virtue!!
Good luck when you decide to take the plunge! Make sure you don't research on your dentist!
Good luck when you decide to take the plunge! Make sure you don't research on your dentist!
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