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Visitor asks:

Dear Sir/Madam.
I am 47 years old and have a problem with my upper front teeth, which are chipping. I have small fillings on almost all of them, some more visible than others. This bothers me greatly from an aesthetic point of view. I would like to know whether it is sensible or possible to have the front teeth covered with porcelain veneers rather than dental crowns. I would also like to know which procedure is cheaper or more durable. I have no problems with the tooth roots, as all the roots are still healthy.
Thank you very much for your answer.
Kind regards.

Dentist Tomaž Rotar answers:

Dear Sir/Madam!

Aesthetic veneers are a relatively delicate fixed-prosthetic restoration and most often require a firm and healthy tooth substrate. If the fillings are small and do not involve key areas of the dental crown, fabrication is of course possible. The procedure is less radical than making a conventional artificial crown. We tend toward making the latter if damage to the crown portion is too extensive or if the teeth are overloaded because of the type of bite or parafunctions (clenching or grinding). Making a conventional dental crown is the less expensive procedure.

Have a nice day!

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