Removing Veneers
EDS Skin Care Forums Forum Index » EDS Lounge

Sun Nov 02, 2008 7:28 am

Has anyone ever removed their own veneers. Mine have been on for over 21 years and still look okay ,but one has broken off near the gum line and all the gums have receded a bit due to what they say is natural recession. It cost a lot for the dentist time to perform the tedious procedure and I would like to use that money in case they need to be replaced, by starting to remove the damaged one. Their is something I've heard about called MI paste which will remineralize the surface of the teeth, which I don't think they had 21 years ago. I wish I had just tried that, since I just had white marks and staining. I think with bleaching and the paste I would have been much happier with my own teeth. I'll bet they don't tell new patients how the gums naturally want to jump away from any foreign substance. With a naturally gummy smile it is more obvious on me. Any thoughts?

Sun Nov 02, 2008 8:34 am

You have GOT to let your cosmetic dentist do this. You will be exposing tooth bone that was likely filed and everything. Could even have some discomfort with that. Plus then you'd be walking around with a bizarre looking tooth until you go to the dentist. Go for a consult if nothing else... Good luck!

Mon Nov 03, 2008 1:52 pm

I have to de-lurk and agree with Fitmama. I have veneers and have had one removed for repair and trust me this is not something you want to yank off yourself...I'm not sure you would even be able to with out breaking your tooth; the adhesive they use is killer strong. I would be very concerned that you would do more damage to your tooth underneath. Save yourself the grief and pain and get it done correctly. Good luck!

Sharis

Wed Nov 05, 2008 4:14 pm

Thanks for the help. Did they use anything to help dissolve the adhesive or just chip it off with an instrument?

Wed Nov 05, 2008 7:18 pm

It was some sort of three pronged device. I didn't really get a look at it; my dentist is pretty good at hiding his tools. I have to say that it hurt a little bit to remove it but once the cold air hit the tooth then it really hurt. I was surprised at how sensitive my tooth was until he put the replacement on.
Personally, I don't have dental insurance right now (laidoff w/o benefits) so I don't know what I would do if I were in your situation.

Update me with your outcome..I am really interested Smile

free skin care · Wed Nov 05, 2008 8:48 pm

Wow! This is a real eye-opener for me since I was thinking about veneers myself... EEEEK!!! I hope it all goes well for you ginderella (great name!) and I would sure like to see a dentist do it for you rather than a DIY job! I ripped my own fingernail veneers off and Yowza! I know that alone hurt like hades!!

Thu Nov 06, 2008 5:29 am

Thanks Ladies,
If you do searches you will find countless people unhappy with their Lumineers. Some can no longer floss,(their too tight),some pop off and some docs use cement which can stain the underlying tooth. The good news is most Lumineers,(which usually don't have the surfaced tooth altered can be removed and therefore can be reversed,) not to be confused with veneers which cut down surface tooth and have to be replaced after removal. The Lumineers can also make your teeth bulkier since it is laid over your natural tooth. They had just come out with them when I got mine. No one was bleaching teeth back then and with MI paste I'd most likely be able to get rid of any white marks. If their are no other options I'd do my homework and get them only where needed.

I'm using a really sharp pair of tweezers and removing a small piece at a time starting at the gumline on the damaged tooth. It's not real noticeable and the tooth looks and feels pretty good. Hope I don't stab myself.
I'll keep you all posted.
-G

Automatic Message

If this is your first visit to the EDS Forums please take the time to register. Registration is required for you to post on the forums. Registration will also give you the ability to track messages of interest, send private messages to other users, participate in Gift Certificates draws and enjoy automatic discounts for shopping at our online store. Registration is free and takes just a few seconds to complete.

Click Here to join our community.

If you are already a registered member on the forums, please login to gain full access to the site.