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Can there be permanent Veneers?

As it is I think they are the ones I for the gaps and the tetracycline stains I ve got. I just want to know if they can last for like more than 20yrs?
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  • tirednewdad
    tirednewdad Posts: 256 Forumite
    Veneers usually have a life span of about 10-12years. But in this average, this includes the ones that last 30 years and the ones that fall off the next day!

    There are different materails that the veneers can be made of, with some stronger than others. The stronger ones usually have a less natural look, but are still look good- depends on the skill of the lab (and partly your dentist).
    An example of stronger ones are Empress/Lava or Procera Veneers. Don't bother with Luminar's- they are gimicky and rubbish in terms of strength

    Most poeple want their veneers changed after a decade or so as the gum will shrink over time, making the veneers appear less cosmetically appealing.

    The way you bite together is the most important thing on whether to have veneers or wether crowns might be more appropraite.
    :money: Thankyou, thankyou, thankyou to everyone who has helped.
  • Toothsmith
    Toothsmith Posts: 10,097 Forumite
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    The only thing that has a chance of lasting a lifetime is a tooth that is untouched by drill.

    Once a dentist does anything - that 'thing' has a lifespan. The thing that then replaces it will be a little bit bigger and a little bit (or a lot) more destructive.

    So - Look after your teeth, and if it's too late for you, look after your children's teeth.

    Think long and hard before having a perfectly healthy tooth chopped about at. Cosmetic dentistry does have it's place, but be under no illusions about what you're signing up to. A lifetime of care and maintenance will follow.
    How to find a dentist.
    1. Get recommendations from friends/family/neighbours/etc.
    2. Once you have a short-list, VISIT the practices - dont just phone. Go on the pretext of getting a Practice Leaflet.
    3. Assess the helpfulness of the staff and the level of the facilities.
    4. Only book initial appointment when you find a place you are happy with.
  • jugglebug
    jugglebug Posts: 383 Forumite
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    Toothsmith wrote: »
    The only thing that has a chance of lasting a lifetime is a tooth that is untouched by drill.

    Once a dentist does anything - that 'thing' has a lifespan. The thing that then replaces it will be a little bit bigger and a little bit (or a lot) more destructive.

    So - Look after your teeth, and if it's too late for you, look after your children's teeth.

    Think long and hard before having a perfectly healthy tooth chopped about at. Cosmetic dentistry does have it's place, but be under no illusions about what you're signing up to. A lifetime of care and maintenance will follow.

    I totally agree with all this.

    It always sounds like a cop out, but when someone asks how long a crown (or filling or whatever) lasts. The answer is always "It depends" If you are a stranger to floss and the brush, with a diet consisting entirely of fizzy pop and chocolate bars then the lifespan will be measured in days / weeks. If on the other hand you have a good diet and excellent oral hygiene then some restorations can last decades.
    Unfortunately though the only lifetime guarantee is the one that involves taking a tooth out. I guarantee it wont grow back!
  • donteatthat
    donteatthat Posts: 359 Forumite
    Whitening can be sucessful even for tetracycline stains, and gaps can be closed with orthodontics - much less invasive options than veneers.
    Whether you think you can, or think you can't, you are usually right.
  • ali-t
    ali-t Posts: 3,815 Forumite
    Whitening can be sucessful even for tetracycline stains, and gaps can be closed with orthodontics - much less invasive options than veneers.

    What sort of whitening? I looked at lots of different whitening systems and none of them were suitable for soft, yellow, tetracycline stained teeth. I would prefer to go down the whitening route but thought that veneers and crowns were my only option.
    If you always do what you have always done, you will always get what you always got!
  • Toothsmith
    Toothsmith Posts: 10,097 Forumite
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    It depends on the extent of the staining.

    Some are pretty hopeless with whitening.
    How to find a dentist.
    1. Get recommendations from friends/family/neighbours/etc.
    2. Once you have a short-list, VISIT the practices - dont just phone. Go on the pretext of getting a Practice Leaflet.
    3. Assess the helpfulness of the staff and the level of the facilities.
    4. Only book initial appointment when you find a place you are happy with.
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