My crowns and veneers have discoloured what can i do?
Q. Hello dr kaliesh, In March of this year I had extensive cosmetic work to my teeth (17 teeth in all) including veneers. crowns and 1 bridge. I asked my dentist for a white Hollywood smile. Already the veneers are discolouring (particularly the lower ones) and there is becoming a difference in colour between the veneers and crowns. They were all the same colour when fitted. My dentist said this is due to the different materials used in the crowns and veneers. This was not explained to me at the time. My dentist says that people don”t look that closley anyway but surely that is not the point. This work cost me a substantial amount of money – what can I do. My Dentist is a great dentist but I am worried that maybe he was out of his depth with my substantial dental cosmetic makeover.
A. I can tell from your email that you’re concerned about what has gone on regarding your smile makeover. The first thing to say is that as cement under an all porcelain restorations mature there can be a colour shift. Secondly the core colour of the teeth under the crowns and veneers and bridge work can influence the final colour of the work. Thirdly, the thickness of the porcelain can also affect the final colour of the work produced. In fairness to your dentist I feel it would be impossible to guarantee that the colour would remain exactly the same as the day they were done. However if you feel that you are unhappy with the result I would advise you to see your dentist and voice your concerns to him. I am sure he will be more than happy to sort out any problems you present with.
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