Do veneers change the way you speak?

The truth is that when porcelain veneers are placed properly, they should not affect your tongue. By trusting a skilled cosmetic dentist with your porcelain veneers, you can ensure that they do not affect the way you speak.

Do you talk weird with veneers?

Talking with Your Veneers Most patients find that speech and other oral functions feel completely normal after two weeks. If you find that you lisp or have difficulty making certain sounds, practice them until you can speak normally with your veneers.

Why do veneers feel weird?

Your bite may feel off, which is totally natural. The exterior of your teeth has been altered, and so the new set of veneers will feel different. You’ll get used to them over time. A severe side effect would be a speech impediment.

How does your mouth feel after veneers?

The answer is that porcelain veneers, when performed correctly, should feel completely natural in your mouth. You shouldn’t even notice them when you’re talking, eating, or doing anything with your teeth. They don’t require special care, and they should look and feel just like regular teeth.

Do veneers feel like real teeth?

If you visit a good dentist, your dental veneers can have the same feel as natural teeth. You will need to have some enamel removed first. However, this will help the veneer feel smooth and natural, providing a comfortable fit.

Are you asleep when getting veneers?

Will I have to be put to sleep for the procedure? No. We will apply a local anesthetic to the area that will be worked on so you will not feel any discomfort during the application of your veneers, but you will be awake the entire time.

What happens to real teeth under veneers?

The teeth under your veneers can still accumulate plaque and tartar, which means they may eventually develop tiny holes in them. If cavities develop on these teeth, they might not be able to support your veneers after your dentist treats the decay.

Can your teeth still rot with veneers?

Can your teeth decay under veneers?

While the dental porcelain used in your veneers will not decay, it is possible for cavities to form behind your porcelain veneers. When this happens, the resulting tooth decay will threaten the long term health of your teeth and potentially shorten the lifespan of your restoration.

Is it common to have phonetic changes in speech after dental veneers?

Unfortunately, it is common to have phonetic changes in speech after having new dental crowns, veneers or dentures fitted.

Do veneers change color over time?

There are a few other things to consider before taking the plunge. Veneers do not change color once they are made. While the rest of your teeth will naturally change over time, the veneer will not, which can lead to awkward differences in your smile.

What are veneers and how do they work?

Veneers are thin pieces of porcelain that are molded to fit your teeth then attach to the front of the tooth with the goal of improving its appearance. They can also be made of resin or other composite materials. Either way, the goal of a veneer is to change the size, color, and/or shape of your tooth.

Do my veneers look fake?

In my opinion your veneers do look a bit fake. They look very blocky, bulky and opaque. It would take to long to explain all the variables with esthetic veneers but in general to make natural looking but beautiful veneers you need to have adequate space (this may mean some tooth reduction), and a great lab technician.