porcelain veneers / dental veneers / cosmetic dentistry

Let your dentist's office know the veneer is off. You will of course need to contact your dentist's office and report to them what has occurred. Ask your dentist for specific instructions but, in general, if a porcelain veneer (like those we have described on these pages where only a minimal amount of tooth structure has been removed to make the veneer) has simply broken or come off there is little potential for a serious tooth problem developing. Remember, in many cases teeth in the process of being veneered are left uncovered for the entire one to two weeks during which their veneers are being fabricated. Since all or part of the veneer is missing you can expect that your tooth's shape might be rough or irritating to your lip or tongue. The tooth itself could be expected to have a heightened sensitivity to hot or cold foods and beverages because the veneer is no longer there to cover and protect the tooth's front surface.

Learn from past events. For future reference, it makes sense to take note of what activity broke, or immediately preceded the breaking of, your porcelain veneer. Obviously, to the best of your ability you should try to minimize or eliminate this activity. Discuss your circumstances with your dentist. They may be able to suggest some solutions.