I’ve had my porcelain veneers for 8 months and in that time they have come off 5 times. The first time was after 2 months of the veneers. I was eating a granny smith apple and the left front veneers loosened and came out later that day. The 2nd time the same veneer came off while I was running. I run daily, so it wasn’t anything unusual that I was doing to the veneers – just running.
The 3rd incident was eating again. I was just out to dinner with my husband and I had chicken parm. This time it was the right incisor veneer. My 4th incident was last month. I was washing dishes and the right incisor loosened. Last night during a belated anniversary dinner celebration with some friends the right incisor veneer loosened again.
I haven’t had time to call my dentist yet, but during the last visits, he assured me that it is normal for veneers to loosen. I should say that he thought he was assuring me. I am not sure what to do about this. Should I go into the office again to have the veneer bonded again or should I find another dentist? Thanks. June
June – None of the activities you described should cause a veneer to crack, chip, or fall off. If you chewed on a pin or tried to open a bottle cap with your teeth, you would damage your veneers, but not in the situations you have described. In fact, veneers that are properly made and properly bonded should never fall off.
We recommend that you seek a second opinion from an accredited cosmetic dentist. He or she will examine your teeth and veneers to determine why they repeatedly fall off. You will also find out if the veneers can be removed and re-bonded, or if new veneers are needed.
After your second opinion, you can return to your previous dentist to request a refund. If you get resistance, unfortunately, you may need to consult with an attorney.
This post is sponsored by American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry fellow Dr. Paul Landman.
