Question 1

porcelain crowns vs porcelain veneers? i have some messed up teeth due to years of neglect that i would like to fix. on dentists' website, i see before and after photos of both porcelain crowns and porcelain veneers. are those the same thing? are they use

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The : The only real difference is that a veneer only covers the front of the tooth.  A crown will go all the way around.  The amount of tooth loss needed to be replaced dictate whether  or a veneer or a crown is to be used.
Properly made crowns and veneers, buy a quality dentist and laboratory are indistinguishable.
Veneers are usually used to correct minor tooth shape and color issues.  If a more extensive correction is needed, properly made crowns, which cover the rest of the tooth, will last longer.

Question 2

my dentist is suggesting front teeth veneers, as opposed to, crowns to fill in gaps near the gumline. which of the two is least invasive and why?

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Veneers vs Crowns?: Veneers are less invasive as they only cover the front surfaces of the tooth and require far less tooth reduction. That is not to say which one would be most appropriate in your case. The more the tooth is damaged by decay and\or fillings, the more the need of crowns. Other factors play a role as well. Ask your dentist to go into more detail regarding his\her recommendations.

Question 3

will dentist replace a broken veneer for free?

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For what reason ?: Why should a broken veneer be replaced at no charge? Was it newly placed (less than six months)? Hard to interpret your question. If you have such a problem, discuss it with the dentist who fabricated the restoration.

Question 4

i asked for whiter veneers and got yellower ones instead! is my dentist at fault and shouldn't he be obliged to correct the mistake?

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Talk to dentist: It is common procedure to see what your veneers look like before they are bonded on the teeth. Most dentists will feel obligated to replace them at that point. If you approved them before they were bonded, he/she may not feel obligated to fix them. Talk to your dentist!

Question 5

what kind of glue do cosmetic dentists use for gluing porcelain veneers?

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Resin cement: These days i would say resin cements are the only "glue" used for cementing veneers into place.  They are strong, they do not dissolve in saliva, they are color stable, and they also bond well to porcelain.

Question 6

dentists: what kind of glue do cosmetic dentists use for gluing porcelain veneers?

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Cement: There are a number of different cements available to the profession to cement veneers. These cements have the property, together with the associated adhesives, to bond to tooth structure and porcelain after they have been properly etched and cleaned. They are usually dual cured and need to be applied in a totally dry environment.  Hope this info helps..

Question 7

i was about to get veneers but my dentist said if they break then i would need a root canal to fix it. if this is true, why is that?

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If what breaks..: ... The veneer or the tooth? If your tooth fractures in a certain way, then yes, you would need root canal therapy to repair. Your dentist may have changed his/her thoughts on your treatment after the teeth were cleaned and prepared. Not enough info given in your post. Your dentist will have the best answer to your question.

Question 8

had veneers fitted, returned due to black dot, dentist drilled surface of veneer. now that part not shiny. has he removed protective glaze/coating?

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No he has not: The fact is the surface of a veneer is shiny because it is either polished, glazed or both.  Using a drill can cause that 'polish' to go away. However, by polishing it well, it can become just as shiny as before. But don't worry, because it does not weaken or damage the veneer at all

Question 9

my front tooth veneer came off! how can i stick it back on for a couple weeks before i can see a dentist?

Accepted Answer

Don't try to fix it: Veneers are fragile and any attempt to recement can crack the veneer.

Question 10

i got a root canal when i was younger on my front tooth and dentist wants to do a porcelain veneer on it. should i get the two front done?

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Do both teeth: Doing both front teeth will result in the best possible cosmetic outcome, especially have the colors match.  It is extremely difficult to have just one front tooth match the adjacent tooth perfectly.

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Porcelain crowns vs porcelain veneers? i have some messed up teeth due to years of neglect that i would like to fix. on dentists' website, i see before and after photos of both porcelain crowns and porcelain veneers. are those the same thing? are they use

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My dentist is suggesting front teeth veneers, as opposed to, crowns to fill in gaps near the gumline. which of the two is least invasive and why?

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Will dentist replace a broken veneer for free?

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I asked for whiter veneers and got yellower ones instead! is my dentist at fault and shouldn't he be obliged to correct the mistake?

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What kind of glue do cosmetic dentists use for gluing porcelain veneers?

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I was about to get veneers but my dentist said if they break then i would need a root canal to fix it. if this is true, why is that?

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Had veneers fitted, returned due to black dot, dentist drilled surface of veneer. now that part not shiny. has he removed protective glaze/coating?

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My front tooth veneer came off! how can i stick it back on for a couple weeks before i can see a dentist?

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I got a root canal when i was younger on my front tooth and dentist wants to do a porcelain veneer on it. should i get the two front done?

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