Orthodontic treatment and porcelain veneers?

I just got my braces off a few months ago and am still not happy with my results. I just wanted to know (because I have to continue wearing a retainer for several years) how long it will be until I'll be able to get porcelain veneers. Maybe if I get them bonded (also because my teeth are loose), I would be able to get them sooner than I would before with the retainer.





Any input would be extremely appreciated ^^

Orthodontic treatment and porcelain veneers?
Hi! I've been in dentistry for over 25 years. Heather is correct, however I would not even consider the veneers if your teeth are still lose. The veneers would not fit right and until you teeth tighten up you don't know exactly where they will end up. Even a space the thickness of a piece of paper could offset the veneers proper fit. Also I personally would not drill down teeth that had just recently moved into their last place. However, you do have another option. If you were to get a permanent retainer cemented in back of your anterior upper teeth, that would give you a better option to get them sooner. BUT this is between the three of you. Both your Ortho and dentist need to agree this is an option for you. AND you need to have a heart to heart with both of them. Veneers are not always an option if you are looking to over size your teeth. You must make a realistic decision. I've had patients that wanted veneers because they thought their teeth were too small and I tried to show them that they would look like Chiclets. When I refused they had it done elsewhere and they were typically upset with the results. So please discuss this honestly with both and make a good decision from there. Good luck! M
Reply:Please re-think your decision on veneers. Your ortho treatment should have corrected all of your dental problems, are you sure you aren't just being over critical of your self? Report It

Reply:If you are in a retainer now, you shouldn't have any problems with having dental work done. The teeth aren't going to be moved any more than what they have been; the retainer holds them in their current position. Discuss your concerns with your dentist, he will advise you in your dental care.