Getting my front top and lower teeth crowned & veners... the teeth that i have to pick from look FAKE?

CAN THEY JUST MAKE A MOLD OF THE TEETH I ALREADY HAVE?

Getting my front top and lower teeth crowned %26amp; veners... the teeth that i have to pick from look FAKE?
Crowns and veneers should be custom made, not chosen from a catalog or off a shelf. Characterization is very easily accomplished and will make the teeth look very realistic. With today's materials you should be able to have crowns and veneers which are very natural and indistinguishable from your own teeth. I would consider a different dentist if you are not offered these options. Good Luck.
Reply:I agree with the other answer that a lot of customization is possible. Some of that customization will depend on how much of the natural tooth structure is removed. The more tooth structure that is removed, the more translucent the veneers can be (imho, the more opaque the veneers are, the more "fake" they look). However, keep in mind that the more tooth structure that is removed, the weaker the teeth will be and the chances of sensitivity will increase. I prefer to keep the preparations for the veneers within the enamel (thinner) for longevity of the restorations and health of the teeth. If the patient is willing to sacrifice on longevity and health, the preparations can be more aggressive and the restorations will often look more natural. For crowns, the situation is similar -- oftentimes the stronger the crown, the less esthetic it is. You may want to ask the dentist if they can make the veneers similar to your natural teeth. In a way, that can be easier and more conservative than trying to make everything perfectly straight. (I assume you have already looked into the options of bleaching and/or braces?) Best wishes.
Reply:Both of those answers are SPOT on..I am also a dental professional..and I couldn't explain it better myself.



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