Veneers and Porcelain Crowns

If we used anesthetic, your lips, teeth and tongue may be numb for several hours after your appointment. Avoid chewing hard until the numbness wears off. We don’t want you unknowingly chewing on your inside cheek or lip!

Your temporary veneers are made of acrylic and will serve you for a short time period while your permanents are being made by our dental lab. They are attached only slightly so they can be removed easily.

If a veneer comes off, we will replace it. If you absolutely cannot come in, place some denture adhesive (for ex: Fixodent) on the veneer/cap and replace it until you can see us again.

The size, shape and color of your temporaries do not necessarily resemble the final product.   Your temporaries may leak saliva onto the tooth. You may also feel sensitive to cold, hot, pressure and sweets. You may also see stains under the temporaries, these will be removed prior to final cementation.   Maintain good brushing habits, but do not floss until you get your permanent restorations. Flossing may pull off the temporaries.   Once you receive your permanent restorations:  As with your own natural teeth, avoid chewing very hard foods. If it can break what Mother Nature gave you, it will break your cosmetic dentistry veneers or porcelain crowns.