Will having veneers put on your teeth make them rot? What, if any, are the negative effects of veneers?

Without their origional enamel to protect them, teeth are more likely to rot at the bases where the veneers come in contact with the actual tooth.

Will having veneers put on your teeth make them rot? What, if any, are the negative effects of veneers?
No. Expensive, but if done by a pro, beautiful smile.
Reply:I have them a few of them. Veneer and Lumineers. You have to be careful what you bite into. You don't want to chip or crack them. But I have treated them like real teeth and they're strong. Cutting up an apple instead of biting into is what my dentist recommended. And if you grind, wear a nightguard. Keep up with dental cleanings. And brush and floss of course. They might suggest a whitening. Because it's almost impossible to lighten but easier to darken. I really like them. Most are but go to a cosmetic dentist. Lumineers are more natural looking since they are slightly transparent and shiney like real teeth. But the veneers are also natural. I just had the Lumis to compare, lol. With veneers, I had to have my real tooth shaved to put it in. With Lumis, I didn't so no needles and no pain. They put place it on top. But with either, it has given me so much confidence. I smile more. See your dentist and see what they suggest for your teeth. And see if they can show you pics. Good luck!
Reply:Veneers are right, for the right person and right situation, but not everyone...





First..why are you getting them? To make your teeth whiter, straighter, close gaps? These are all important factors.





Second...keep in mind these are not as strong as your original teeth, and these will probably need replaced about every 7-10 years...in this timeframe, the glue that holds them on breaks down, and they need to be redone...If you are 20...do the math and calculate the cost..they are not a longterm permanent fix..they are temporary, as is any filling in your mouth..





Also, someone else mentioned going to a cosmetic dentist...there is no such thing...it is not a specialty...any dentist can do cosmetics, some just advertise it more. It would be like a store advertising groceries...you are allowed to sell other things, and anyone can sell groceries..





Get it done by your dentist...and make sure your expectations are realistic...go over this in great detail with your dentist...