What is the life span of composite veneers?

Q. Hi Komal I am 33 and over the past few years I have undergone extensive dental treatment and maxillofacial surgery on my lower jaw. I am quite happy with the results, however my 4 front upper teeth are still not straight and there is a dark triangle/space inbetween my two fron teeth. I recently visited a cosmetic dentist who advertised lumineers. After a consultation costing £200 the dentist told me that composite veneers would be best for the 4 upper teeth. He suggested that I could get ones at £400 per tooth or £500 per tooth as he didn;t think limineers were best for me at £900 per tooth? I was quite happy with the results of the mock up and he told me the £500 composites per tooth would last 10 years. I have been reading up on the internet and am now a little concerned as the life span doesn’t seem to be as long. Also I didn;t want any reduction of my own teeth so he said composite was best. The overall treatment for 4 teeth will cost £2100 plus the £200 consultation. Can you advise if you think the composite veneers are best for me and if so if this price is reasonable?

A. Composite veneers may last for 10 years but they won’t look very good. They stain with time, especially with red wine, tea, coffee etc. They need to be regularly polished for them to maintain the appearance  they have when they are firdt placed. You could always try them if you want but I’m not sure you will like them and they may last but won’t maintain their appearance
Kind regards

Dr Komal Suri Smile Design Dental 33 High Street, Wendover, Buckinghamshire HP22 6DU Web: www.smiledesigndental.co.uk  Tel: 01932 223 479 View My Profile Dr Suri

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