Thread: new veneers?

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    Hello there,
    Are you aware of any cosmetic dentists in the UK that can remove veneers with a 'laser' as opposed to drilling/cutting them off? Apparently this is the safest way to remove veneers without damaging the remaining tooth?
    My problem is that I really dont like the veneers I have on my 2 front teeth and would like to have then renewed if possible, however due to various problems, the tooth underneath them is greatly reduced. I am fearful that to have them redone I would end up needing crowns etc if they are made any smaller.
    Any help greatly appreciated, cheers.

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    It depends as to which laser is used to cut them off as whether it is more conservative. You would need to find a dentist who utilises a hard tissue laser.

    Even removing them using traditional methods would have no impact on whether you need crowns or could have new veneers. This very much depends on the condition of the teeth underneath.

    May I ask what it is about your veneers that makes you want ot have them replaced?

    I hope this helps
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    I am a bit disappointed with the colour match to my other teeth but the main issue is that I feel they're too short. I will put up with them if needs be but just interested to know what my options are really.
    Thanks

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    You need a "wax up" which is essentially a blue print of your proposed treatment. This should resemble your final veneers well and give you an indication of cosmetics before anything else is done.

    I hope this helps

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    i cannot see the benefit of using a laser, sorry
    if cut off using magnification then that will surfice
    also unless the preparations are perfect then an element of improvement would be required, esoecially as you are currently unhappy

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    This is what is bothering me, as with any further reduction to these teeth I would probably need crowns and I am worried about the life span of my teeth ultimately.

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    Quote Originally Posted by johnmc View Post
    This is what is bothering me, as with any further reduction to these teeth I would probably need crowns and I am worried about the life span of my teeth ultimately.
    What's wrong with crowns?
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