Why veneers fail

For a fast, effective, and non-invasive dental treatment that improves the appearance of your teeth – veneers are hard to beat. 

Loved by celebs and patients seeking a quick fix, veneers London-wide are always popular. 

But they aren’t a permanent solution and can fail – something you should be aware of. 

To explore the most common reason why veneers fail, the experienced team at LCCD reveal all. 

What are veneers? 

Dental veneers are thin discs that are securely bonded to the front of teeth to improve their appearance. 

Crafted from either composite or porcelain, veneers London can last for 10 years or more with appropriate care and maintenance. 

This includes Lumineers, Zeneers, and Emax veneers – all of which are new types of veneers with a range of benefits for the patient. 

Lumineers London-based treatment, or other veneer types, are used for teeth that are perfectly healthy but have minor imperfections, including teeth that are: 

• Unevenly spaced
• Overly large or too narrow 
• Cracked, chipped, or worn 

• Discoloured or badly stained – especially if this can’t be corrected with whitening treatments 
• Crooked or misaligned 

But why do veneers fail? 

As a semi-permanent treatment, veneers are designed to bond securely to the teeth and be removed at a later stage. As such, the bonding agents aren’t as secure as a solution like dental implants and if patients don’t treat them carefully, they can become loose over time. 

Common reasons veneers fail

• General wear and tear – As per their design and application method, after years of chewing and biting, veneers can dislodge. This is especially likely if you enjoy very hard or very chewy foods that can be a bit of a workout in the mouth – including ice. 

• Using teeth as tools – Many people use their teeth as a kind of Swiss army knife for cutting tape or opening bottles, all of which can put them under undue strain. To avoid losing your veneers, you’ll need to stop this altogether. 

• Tooth injuries – If you play contact sports or are involved in other emergencies like falls or car crashes, there is a chance that your veneers can come free. If you regularly play sports and tackle others, it might be worth discussing if veneers are the right option for you at your Zeneers London consultation to avoid disappointment. 

Poor oral hygiene – Tooth decay can weaken both the dental adhesive and your tooth structure – so you must clean your teeth, gums, and tongue thoroughly twice a day and go for regular professional cleanings. This includes root canal infections. Likewise, if you do have contamination, such as oral bleeding as a result of gingivitis, this can also affect the lifecycle of your Emax veneers in London

For all things veneers, ask LCCD

With over 35 years of experience fitting veneers and a resident dentist who pioneered the treatment in the UK back in 1983, The London Centre for Cosmetic Dentistry is uniquely qualified to help patients with all aspects of veneer placement, care, and confidence.  

So, don’t let the semi-permanent nature of veneers put you off – when the results can be so effective. 

To ask a specific question or book a consultation for veneers, call us on 0207 722 1235 or fill in our contact form and our friendly team will do everything they can to help.