How do I know when veneers need replacing?
Replacement is driven by clinical findings, not by a calendar age.
Veneers carry no fixed expiry date. Dentists decide on replacement by examining margin integrity, the tooth underneath, and whether the appearance still satisfies the wearer, rather than counting years.
Findings that trigger replacement
Warning signs include a brown line spreading along the margin, decay under the veneer on a radiograph, chips too large to repair, and repeated debonding. A veneer that is sealed, sound, and still looks right is usually left alone regardless of its age.
How long a set lasts varies with grinding habits and gum health, so two people who got veneers the same year can face very different timelines. Twice-yearly reviews are where a dentist makes the keep-or-replace call for you.
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